Student market at the ready!
21/10/21
As we prepare to launch our student lettings for the academic year 2022-2023 we anticipate a rush of students looking to find accommodation. With universities welcoming students back to lectures more and more, student life is returning back to normal. Last year Philip James managed to let 100% of our student portfolio and were the number one agent in student lettings in South Manchester according to Rightmove data. Over 80% of properties were let before Christmas with 95% of expected rents achieved. With the number of students looking for accommodation online increasing, we have taken the opportunity over the summer…
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Acquisition of Lewis Phipps
18/10/21
Philip James are pleased to announce that after working with Lewis and Michelle at Lewis Phipps for the last 6 months, we have now acquired the business. This is our 4th acquisition in 2 years as we continue to grow and invest in the business,…
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Questions You Need to Be Asking When Choosing an Agent
13/10/21
Deciding to put your property on the market is a massive decision. Whenever someone moves to a new home, it’s always new beginning to embark on. Regardless of whether you're moving for new start, a relocation or anything else, it's key that you choose the…
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A Summer of being NUMBER ONE for Lettings in Manchester
07/10/21
A Summer of being NUMBER ONE for Philip James Lettings Our team at Philip James Lettings in Manchester have had a very busy Summer, as you can see from Rightmove’s data between 4th June 2021 and 4th October 2021 the number of Lets Agreed were…
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Lettings Market Update – September
29/09/21
Manchester continues to be THE place to live with 7,000 new jobs created in the last year. One of the reasons for the continued success of the letting market in Manchester is the young demographic of the city, with 45% being under the age of…
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Philip James “Buy-to-Let” tailored service
22/09/21
Are you looking to expand your portfolio with another buy to let investment or potentially sell your rental property to release funds? Philip James are experts in all aspects of this market and can offer a tailored service from sale through to letting. Why sell…
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Property Inspections & Maintenance
17/09/21
Our Property Inspections & Maintenance Team are based in West Didsbury and are always on hand to help support the 2500 properties that they manage. During the last year it was difficult to inspect all our properties in person due to ongoing pandemic. As such…
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How a Great Back Garden Can Improve the Value of Your Home
07/08/20
You shouldn’t judge a book by its cover – but let’s face it, most of us do! First impressions count for a lot with most things and this is especially true when it comes to selling a property. If you’re looking to sell your home…
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Renovating a house to sell? Here are simple tips you should follow
29/10/19
If you're selling your home, renovation is often an essential part in the selling process. It can be difficult to view a property objectively, especially if it’s one you’ve lived in for years. A space that has your name written all over it might not…
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3 Reasons To Choose A High Street Estate And Lettings Agent
28/10/19
Property websites such as Rightmove and Zoopla receive millions of clicks each day from buyers looking to find their new home. As a result, embracing these websites is essential to get the money your property deserves while also making a sale as quickly as possible.…
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Key Advice For The Accidental Landlord
17/08/19
Although many people become landlords as part of an investment strategy or as a way to make an income, some people become landlords unintentionally. When a person lets out a property as a result of circumstance rather than careful planning, they’re often referred to as…
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Top 5 Tips For First Time Property Investors
10/08/19
Investing in property can be lucrative, even for inexperienced investors. As with any type of investment, there is no sure-fire way to success. Whether you’re investing in property, commodities or stocks and shares, there’s always an element of risk. Thankfully, by conducting thorough research, defining…
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Buy-to-let: Our Guide to the Basics
02/08/19
Thanks to the growing demand for rental properties, there’s never been a better time to become a buy-to-let landlord. By purchasing a property to rent out, not only can you increase your monthly income, you could also see the value of your investment increase greatly…
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