2021 has been somewhat of a continuation of the rollercoaster of the previous year. However, as things return to some normality, you should start that planning for Christmas. With that in mind here are some suggestions of things you should be doing this November. Travel Plans If you are planning on visiting relatives or... View...
We know that buying your first home is exciting. Your hard work and saving finally pay off when you get the keys to your home, but there are still things first time buyers moving in during the colder weather need to be aware of. Take a read of our tips: 1.... View...
August can seem a strange old time. It’s still the summer, but the shops are full of ‘Back to School’ and Autumn Decor Should you try and relax and enjoy the final throws of summer? Or do you prepare for Autumn? We think you should do a bit of both, so here’s our August... View...
David James were delighted to support this years Mapperley Scarecrow Festival in association with What’s On Mapperley and the Co-op. The event took place throughout May and saw Mapperley residents invited to create their own scarecrow to display at home and be added to a map which enabled everyone to follow and go in search... View...
Looking for something different to do this bank holiday? Well, May is Local and Community History month and now is the perfect time to get out about and explore the history on your doorstep. You don’t even have to leave the Gedling Borough! Take a read of our ideas for places to visit which mean... View...
Earth Day is the perfect time to take a look around your home and see if there are any changes you can make to make it more green. Saving water and energy Do you still leave lights on when you leave rooms? Is your hot water heater set to the maximum temperature?... View...
It’s that time of year when pollen can play havoc with our health, stuffy nose, watery or itchy eyes, a scratchy throat, but it’s not only pollen that can be a nightmare if you have allergies. There can be allergens in the home. You can be allergic to many things, but airborne allergies are the... View...
Just a quick reminder that Selective Licensing costs for Nottingham City are rising from the 1st April 2020. A new licence application from this date will be £890 (rising from a previous level of £780). Accredited Landlords will still be able to claim a discount, however this has also risen to £670 and accreditation will need... View...
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You usually pay Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) on increasing portions of the property price when you buy residential property. SDLT only applies to properties over £250,000. There are three rates of stamp duty for residential property, with a standard rate for people who own one property, a surcharge for those who own multiple properties and a relief element for first time buyers.
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