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The Basic Guide To DSS Tenants

23 Comments Comments / Article written on 28 May 2007, and filed in the DSS Tenants section

With so many properties available to rent these days, it’s becoming increasingly difficult for landlords to rent out property, so landlords are having to become flexible to who they rent their property out to.
A lot of landlords, especially when looking for tenancy through an agent, get offered to house a DSS tenant. There’s a lot [...]

Amazing Homes That Are Beautifully Odd

10 Comments Comments / Article written on 27 May 2007, and filed in the Architecture/Design section

Here’s a selection of truly amazing homes that are just plain odd. Unfortunately, I know very little detail about these properties, the few I know something about have been explained. Nonetheless, that doesn’t stop me from appreciating the visual beauty, nor should it stop you. Not only does it take a great mind to conjure [...]

50 Cent’s Crib

20 Comments Comments / Article written on 27 May 2007, and filed in the Celebrity Homes section

I present to you Mr 50 cent’s (the notorious rapper that infamously got shot 9 times) boudoir. Situated in Farmington, Connecticut, with an excess of 50,000 square feet of space, and overlooking a 1 acre Koi pond. I bet he could nearly squeeze in his entire entourage of followers into that space; that would be [...]

The Sarah Beeny Breast Phenomenon

5 Comments Comments / Article written on 22 May 2007, and filed in the Sarah Beeny section

I’m actually both amazed and worried about the online community. Soon after posting the article Sarah Beeny Huge Tits And Pokie Nipples (a blog entry about a crazy Sarah Beeny fan, taking his obsession with her breasts to the next level), I realised that there are in fact a lot more people infatuated with Sarah [...]

My Big Fat Property Fortune

0 Comments Comments / Article written on 20 May 2007, and filed in the Ranting Landlord section

I’ve just been glued to the TV for the past hour watching a documentary on people that have made ridiculous profits on property- ‘My big fat property fortune‘, on ITV (channel 3), at 2pm. Please tell me someone else watched this! I need to discuss the programme with someone else before I pop. It [...]

Tips On How To Make Your Home ‘Green’

0 Comments Comments / Article written on 19 May 2007, and filed in the Property Investment Tips & Info section

Not only is being ‘green’ good for the environment, but also your bank balance. By making simple changes to your home, you can save both the environment and minimize your monthly outgoings. It’s a win-win situation.
As property investors, we should be efficient at saving costs when it comes to our own properties, before trying to [...]

Top Tips On How To Reduce Your Mortgage Payments

0 Comments Comments / Article written on 18 May 2007, and filed in the Mortgage Stuff section

1] Remortgage with existing lender
Most mortgages offer an introductory offer with a better rate of interest; it’s more like an advertising ploy to get people to sign on the dotted line.
When this introductory fixed rate ends you will revert to the Standard Variable Interest rate, which is usually a lot higher than the initial introductory [...]

Buying Off-Plan Property

0 Comments Comments / Article written on 16 May 2007, and filed in the Buying Property Tips section

It’s becoming increasingly difficult to pick-up a bargain in the property market these days; consequently making it difficult for first-time buyers to get onto the property ladder. Currently, demand exceeds availability, so vendors can afford to overprice their property with the reality of getting a quick sale. However, you can still pick-up a good deal [...]

Sarah Beeny Vs Kirstie Allsopp

7 Comments Comments / Article written on 11 May 2007, and filed in the Sarah Beeny section

I’ve come across a lot of forum threads and blogs (old and new) that are asking the question, “Sarah Beeny or Kirstie Allsopp?”

The arguments haven’t been based on Sarah’s or Kirstie’s property knowledge! Oh-no! The online male community have separated them into two distinct topics of discussion.
In one corner, you have two uber geeks [...]

Results From Selling Shit On Ebay

2 Comments Comments / Article written on 08 May 2007, and filed in the Project 2- Reducing My Mortgage section

So, its been just over 7 days since I put up random pieces of crap for auction on Ebay, in attempt to raise money for My New Property Investment Project. I predicted I would raise close to a few hundred pounds from Selling Shit On Ebay; of course, I thought I was being heavily optimistic.
Results:
Men’s Armani [...]

Sarah Beeny’s Husband (Graham Swift)

5 Comments Comments / Article written on 07 May 2007, and filed in the Sarah Beeny section

I’ve always wondered what Graham Swift (Sarah’s husband) looks like, mainly out of curiosity. Also, just to get an idea of what type of man she’s attracted to. I came across a rare picture of them together, and here it is:

I wouldn’t have pictured Graham to be her type, but what do I know? They [...]

Sarah Beeny huge tits and pokie nipples

22 Comments Comments / Article written on 05 May 2007, and filed in the Sarah Beeny section

I know what most of you are thinking, especially the hetreosexual ladies, “Oh shit, you are a sick perv, why are you blogging about her breasts, she’s not an object?”, while the male Sarah Beeny fans are thinking, “COME ON!! GET IN!! SHOW US THE PICTURES”
Before I continue, I’d just like to clarify that she [...]

How To Evict Evicting Tenants

37 Comments Comments / Article written on 04 May 2007, and filed in the Evicting Tenants section

Evicting Tenants:
An “eviction” is a legal proceeding by which the landlord seeks to reclaim the premises, causing the tenant to vacate.
Evicting tenants can be costly, lengthy and complicated situation, so I suggest you take up yoga during this ordeal to gain discipline and self-control.
There are a lot of professional companies out there that will actually [...]

Online Affiliate Marketing Earnings

0 Comments Comments / Article written on 04 May 2007, and filed in the Project 2- Reducing My Mortgage section

I received a few cheques through the post today from various affiliate schemes I signed up for. For those unaware, an online affiliate is basically someone that advertises for marketing agencies, and gets paid on commission for every successful conversion. Exciting, huh? I don’t do much online advertising these days (not that I did [...]

Selling Unwanted Crap On Ebay To Raise Cash

2 Comments Comments / Article written on 29 Apr 2007, and filed in the Project 2- Reducing My Mortgage section

I’ll be selling shit on ebay this week for my second instalment of raising money for my “15k project”
I’m a great fan of ebay. In fact, I’m a huge fan. I love the concept; and I love a good bargain. I don’t sell much on ebay simply because I’m too lazy, but I’m a rabid [...]

Counting The Pounds- Raiding The Piggybank

0 Comments Comments / Article written on 28 Apr 2007, and filed in the Project 2- Reducing My Mortgage section

I know the traditional expression is, “counting the pennies”, but I’m not about to go around my house and/or the streets hunting for every penny in my reach. However, like most people, I do have a pot of change that has been the disposal vessel for all the loose coins that has accumulated in my [...]

My New Property Investment Project

1 Comment Comments / Article written on 26 Apr 2007, and filed in the Project 2- Reducing My Mortgage section

10th September 2007 UPDATE : I’m happy to say that this project has now been complete. I raised just over 15k. You can read about it here, I Raised My 15k (Plus More)
Ok, folks, I’ve actually come up with a new project. I thought of this project while I was in the shower; cleaning the [...]

List Of Licensed Property Conveyancers

0 Comments Comments / Article written on 26 Apr 2007, and filed in the Property Investment Tips & Info section

I found this useful website that generates a list of licensed conveyancers by location, so you can track down professional conveyancers that are located closest to you.
Licenced Conveyancers
All “licensed conveyancers” are regulated by the CLC (Council For Licensed Conveyancers), who are qualified specialist property lawyers. Essentially, a licensed conveyancer has to undertake a series of [...]

My Tenant Finally Paid Her Fucking Shortfall

0 Comments Comments / Article written on 24 Apr 2007, and filed in the Ranting Landlord section

After a lot of chasing around and being shrugged aside and basically ignored by my letting agent, I eventually got a deposit of £280 in my account, to cover the shortfall of the 2nd month’s rent. God, that seemed like hard work, when it really shouldn’t have been. It’s simple- I give someone a place [...]

Sarah Beeny Tips

0 Comments Comments / Article written on 20 Apr 2007, and filed in the Sarah Beeny section

Here is a list of useful tips from Sarah Beeny; I found these on various websites that interviewed the Property Guru. If anyone has any other useful Sarah Beeny quotes, with source references, please let me know, and I’ll put it into the list. Thanks in advance.
If in doubt leave it to the professionals
“Doing a [...]

Being A Landlord Has Been Shit So Far

4 Comments Comments / Article written on 18 Apr 2007, and filed in the Ranting Landlord section

Yes, I think I’m in landlord hell. So far, as a landlord, I’ve had nothing but grief. Damn this industry; damn it to hell and back, and then to hell again. I know you all think I like to complain a lot, because that’s all i’ve been doing lately, but I swear, I have a [...]

Check These Websites Before Buying Property

0 Comments Comments / Article written on 13 Apr 2007, and filed in the Buying Property Tips section

Before I would even consider putting an offer down on a residential property, I would look through my online bibles. Some times I think people underestimate how resourceful the internet actually is. More specifically, the internet is jam-packed with extremely relevant facts and figures to help make your life a lot easier when buying property.
Right [...]

Free Professional Conveyancing Advice

44 Comments Comments / Article written on 11 Apr 2007, and filed in the Property Investment Tips & Info section

Unfortunately this service is no longer available
“ASK YOUR CONVEYANCING QUESTIONS HERE, AND GET FREE ADVICE.”
Hi,
I’m Luke. I’m here to assist you with any conveyancing enquires you may have. I offer nothing but free, professional conveyancing advice. If you’re unsure about anything conveyancing related, no matter how stupid or simple you may think it is, please [...]

The Taj Mahal- Facts And Myths

68 Comments Comments / Article written on 11 Apr 2007, and filed in the Architecture/Design section

Location: On the banks of river Yamuna in Agra, India.
Year of Construction: 1631-1653
Built By: Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan
Built For: In memory of the Emperor’s dead wife
Spread Over: 42 acres
Significance: One of the Seven Wonders of the World
I visited the Taj Mahal about 8 years ago, I was 15years old, and still to this day, I [...]

I Am NOT Sarah Beeny

0 Comments Comments / Article written on 07 Apr 2007, and filed in the Sarah Beeny section

I think there has been some confusion. Just to clarify once more, I am not Sarah Beeny (although I wouldn’t mind if I was). Sarah Beeny has nothing to do with this website, I’m just an admirer of her work, hence the Sarah Beeny Articles.
A few weeks ago I received an email, from someone who [...]

Pictures Of Destroyed Homes By Natural Disasters

0 Comments Comments / Article written on 02 Apr 2007, and filed in the Architecture/Design section

Here’s examples of how powerful nature can be. Your property investment(s) could be taken away from you within seconds, while you remain helpless. Reality can be a real downer at times
1) 1960, San Francisco- Earth Quake

2) North Idaho- Hailstones

3) 1990, Kilauea Volcano -slow moving pahoehoe lava

4) 1999, Turkey- Earthquake

5) Puerto Rico – tropical [...]

Renting Vs Buying

0 Comments Comments / Article written on 02 Apr 2007, and filed in the Property Investment Tips & Info section

Ultimately, whether you should buy or rent really depends on your lifestyle. Here are a list of advantages and disadvantages for renting and buying property.
Advantages of Buying:
Capital growth:
If you buy a property with a 25year mortgage you will own it by the time you finish the mortgage. If you rent, you will own nothing, or [...]

Tenancy Deposit Scheme Easy Guide

30 Comments Comments / Article written on 30 Mar 2007, and filed in the Landlord Legal Obligations/Issues section

Here’s a quick and easy guide to the MANIDTORY (for all landlords and letting agents that hold deposits) tenancy deposit scheme introduced on April the 6th 2007.
Who does it apply to?
The scheme applies to EVERY landlord and letting agent in England and Wales where a deposit has been taken from a tenant under an Assured [...]

Home information pack- Quick Guide

3 Comments Comments / Article written on 27 Mar 2007, and filed in the Home Information Packs (HIP) section

In this article the following issues are covered:
1. What is the home information pack?
2. What is in the home information pack?
3. What do I do with the home information pack?
4. When Do I need an information pack?
5. How do I get a Home Information pack?
6. How long does a Home Information Pack last for?
7. How [...]

My Tenant Is Settled

0 Comments Comments / Article written on 26 Mar 2007, and filed in the Project 1- Buy Property, Become A Landlord section

Hey guys,
Apologies, it has been a while since I last updated my diary, so i thought I would give you all an update. So my tenant has moved in, and she’s settled down. I received my first month’s payment and the security deposit, so it’s all good at the moment.
I haven’t really been in touch [...]

Tips On How To Be A Good Landlord To Your Tenant

0 Comments Comments / Article written on 26 Mar 2007, and filed in the Good & Bad Landlord Practices section

Why is it important to keep a smile on your tenants face? Because replacing tenants’ costs money and it requires that one thing we all hate exerting…energy. Each time a tenant slips through your chubby little fingers, you’re more than likely going to take a financial hit as a consequence. Who wants that?
Some times a [...]

Most Expensive Apartments In The World

1 Comment Comments / Article written on 21 Mar 2007, and filed in the Architecture/Design section

Previously I wrote an article on the Most Expensive House In The World; by shear chance I randomly came across an article regarding London flats/apartments that are rumoured to have a price tag of £84million. After reading that one particular article, I tried researching for more articles relating to the same story. I know the [...]

Collection Of Celebrity Homes

12 Comments Comments / Article written on 16 Mar 2007, and filed in the Celebrity Homes section

Here’s a list of celebrities and their luxury homes. The list is in no particular order. Bare in mind that these properties are probably just one out of several that each of these celebrities own. Sickening, isn’t it? It’s a different world, I swear…
Jennifer Aniston and Brad Pitt
Purchase Price: approximately $20 million
Location: Beverly Hills

The couple [...]

Finding The Perfect Tenant With A Letting Agent

0 Comments Comments / Article written on 15 Mar 2007, and filed in the Project 1- Buy Property, Become A Landlord section

I found a tenant! Oh yes, and she moved in earlier today. Actually, I can’t take all credit, in fact, I shouldn’t really take any. For my sins, I used a local Letting Agent to do all the dirty work. Eventually i’d like to find tenants on my own, but I don’t have the experience [...]

Pictures Of My House

0 Comments Comments / Article written on 15 Mar 2007, and filed in the Project 1- Buy Property, Become A Landlord section

I know these pictures are long overdue, but I’ve been ridiculously busy. I’m going to spare you from my tears, but what I will say is that there seriously needs to be more hours in the day!
My house isn’t the biggest or the best, but it is mine, all mine; it’s my little baby! [...]

Most Expensive House In The World

315 Comments Comments / Article written on 09 Mar 2007, and filed in the Architecture/Design section

UPDATE: 20/08/2008: This is old news. There’s a new player in town, and it’s smashed this record to pieces. Find out more over at Most Expensive House 2008
I was curious to find out what is currently the most expensive house in the world. Turns out, you would only need to buy a house for more [...]

Amazing Interior Design

2 Comments Comments / Article written on 09 Mar 2007, and filed in the Architecture/Design section

This is a follow on from my previous article about 10 Amazing Homes. However, this time we go deeper into some amazing properties. These interior designs are works of art by extremely creative designers. These rooms were blank canvases- these are truly inspirational. Which one or more of these masterpieces do you most like?
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10 Amazing Homes

4 Comments Comments / Article written on 08 Mar 2007, and filed in the Architecture/Design section

Check out these amazing homes. They all have character in their own unique way. Looking at these images are a joy; they provide me with inspiration and hope- hope for the future, that maybe one day I will be the king of my very own castle Which one of these amazing houses would [...]

Which Letting Agent Should I Choose?

3 Comments Comments / Article written on 06 Mar 2007, and filed in the Project 1- Buy Property, Become A Landlord section

Right, I’m in kind of in a sticky situation. I’ve got two letting agents on the case of hunting down a tenant for me. As mentioned in previous diary entries, one of them is my bosses mate, so I feel obliged to work with him, especially since he’s giving me a good deal. However, a [...]

Flying Freehold

2 Comments Comments / Article written on 05 Mar 2007, and filed in the Property Investment Tips & Info section

I’ve already wrote a bit about flying freehold properties in a previous article Freehold And Leasehold, however I thought I would touch up on it, as I don’t think I was clear enough with my explanation. Plus, I know a little more about the issue now than I did before.
Firstly, a flying freehold property [...]