<?xml version="1.0" encoding="US-ASCII"?><?xml-stylesheet title="XSL_formatting" type="text/xsl" href="/xsl/nolsol.xsl"?><rss version="2.0"  xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><atom:link href="https://ilesandjenkin.com/rss" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><title>Iles &amp;amp; Jenkin</title><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com</link><description>Iles &amp;amp; Jenkin feed </description><item><title>New Legal Requirement for Landlords Action Required For All Landlords</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/60804/8f-v5iiNQ-3BM3h-CJ6fQAUBLDtaNHOB-1774963288.png</image><description>Renters Rights Act 2026 New Information Sheet Now Released What Landlords Must Do Next The Government has now formally released the Renters Rights Act 2026 Information Sheet marking another significant step in the transition to the new tenancy framework.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/new-legal-requirement-for-landlords-action-required-for-all-landlords/60804</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/new-legal-requirement-for-landlords-action-required-for-all-landlords/60804</guid><category>2026</category><category>Information Sheet 2026</category><category>government</category><category>housing policies</category><category>landlord</category><category>legislation</category><category>lettings regulations</category><category>notice to tenants</category><category>property information</category><category>renters rights act</category><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>End of Tenancy Management Practical Guidance for New Landlords</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/57607/nCl1qxwYBK1u37Wox5K648V9vZ8BHJhK-1771868822.png</image><description>End of Tenancy Management Practical Guidance for New Landlords For many landlords the end of a tenancy can feel like a single event that only becomes relevant once a tenant gives notice or moves out.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/end-of-tenancy-management-practical-guidance-for-new-landlords/57607</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/end-of-tenancy-management-practical-guidance-for-new-landlords/57607</guid><category>2026</category><category>end of tenancy</category><category>end of tenancy advice</category><category>housing policies</category><category>investment property</category><category>landlord</category><category>legislation</category><category>lettings regulations</category><category>notice to tenants</category><category>property information</category><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Setting Higher Standards That Attract Better Tenants</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/57606/TqUQ9ifrN37Uc8vZ0brTJNbK4N7dLx8p-1771868345.png</image><description>Setting Higher Standards That Attract Better Tenants Regular readers of our blog will know that at Iles Jenkin we place significant emphasis on compliance best practice and consistency in property management.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/setting-higher-standards-that-attract-better-tenants/57606</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/setting-higher-standards-that-attract-better-tenants/57606</guid><category>2026</category><category>landlord</category><category>management plus</category><category>renters reform act</category><category>weston-super-mare investment</category><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>The Unexpected Realities of Letting Agency Life And Why Good Letting Agents Are Worth More Than You Think</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/57378/KgobKbAyEO1km4x3dBI0P9V7a19neqDp-1770755770.png</image><description>The Unexpected Realities of Letting Agency Life And Why Good Letting Agents Are Worth More Than You Think From the outside many people assume letting agents spend their days arranging viewings sending emails collecting rent and renewing contracts.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/the-unexpected-realities-of-letting-agency-life-and-why-good-letting-agents-are-worth-more-than-you-think/57378</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/the-unexpected-realities-of-letting-agency-life-and-why-good-letting-agents-are-worth-more-than-you-think/57378</guid><category>landlord</category><category>lettings regulations</category><category>tenants</category><category>weston-super-mare</category><category>weston-super-mare investment</category><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why Landlords Should Consider a Rent Review Before the Renters Rights Act Takes Effect on 1 May</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/57377/0YvDZ85M9WJLGrtbk9Y514XMTEBGhAmm-1770753632.png</image><description>Why Landlords Should Consider a Rent Review Before the Renters Rights Act Takes Effect on 1 May The upcoming Renters Rights Act represents the most significant reform to the private rented sector in a generation.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/why-landlords-should-consider-a-rent-review-before-the-renters-rights-act-takes-effect-on-1-may/57377</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/why-landlords-should-consider-a-rent-review-before-the-renters-rights-act-takes-effect-on-1-may/57377</guid><category>2026</category><category>Rent increase</category><category>Section 13</category><category>housing policies</category><category>housing politics</category><category>landlord</category><category>lettings regulations</category><category>renters reform act</category><category>weston-super-mare</category><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Renters Rights Act Wording Confirmed for New Tenancy Agreements</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/56389/Tf2ClL5TZhJop5z81A5VnorRl-EjRDf5-1769025109.png</image><description>Renters Rights Act Wording Confirmed for New Tenancy Agreements The Government has now confirmed the exact wording that must be included in new tenancy agreements under the Renters Rights Act a key step towards the Act s implementation later this year.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/renters-rights-act-wording-confirmed-for-new-tenancy-agreements/56389</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/renters-rights-act-wording-confirmed-for-new-tenancy-agreements/56389</guid><category>2026</category><category>landlord</category><category>legislation</category><category>lettings regulations</category><category>renters rights act</category><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>North Somerset Lettings Market in 2025 Rents Demand Supply What It Means for Landlords</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/54972/kkGNAKY1AG1LnBNywTt3jh4ePi2-hayG-1768388093.png</image><description>North Somerset Lettings Market in 2025 Rents Demand Supply What It Means for Landlords If you let or plan to let property in North Somerset whether that s Weston super Mare Clevedon Portishead Nailsea Yatton or the surrounding villages 2025 was a year of steady rental growth but with clear signs the market is rebalancing compared to the frantic post pandemic years.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/north-somerset-lettings-market-in-2025-rents-demand-supply-what-it-means-for-landlords/54972</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/north-somerset-lettings-market-in-2025-rents-demand-supply-what-it-means-for-landlords/54972</guid><category>Rental Market</category><category>investment property</category><category>landlord</category><category>weston-super-mare</category><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Winter Home Tips for Tenants How to Prepare Your Property and Avoid Common Cold Weather Problems</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/51355/yQ3D4y_UJbxpILBg6y7dxF1UwxAfjPYF-1765466506.png</image><description>Winter Home Tips for Tenants How to Prepare Your Property and Avoid Common Cold Weather Problems Winter is just around the corner and as temperatures drop rental homes can face a few seasonal challenges.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/winter-home-tips-for-tenants-how-to-prepare-your-property-and-avoid-common-cold-weather-problems/51355</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/winter-home-tips-for-tenants-how-to-prepare-your-property-and-avoid-common-cold-weather-problems/51355</guid><category>mould</category><category>property advice for tenants</category><category>property information</category><category>tenancy maintenance</category><category>tenant damage</category><category>tenants</category><category>weston-super-mare</category><category>weston-super-mare investment</category><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are All Letting Agents the Same Here s Why the Answer Is Absolutely Not</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/51351/oIcTfd1YOg696tr1DphKmc5i0aHVv5tw-1765461892.png</image><description>Are All Letting Agents the Same?</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/are-all-letting-agents-the-same-heres-why-the-answer-is-absolutely-not/51351</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/are-all-letting-agents-the-same-heres-why-the-answer-is-absolutely-not/51351</guid><category>investment property</category><category>landlord</category><category>lettings regulations</category><category>management plus</category><category>weston-super-mare</category><category>weston-super-mare investment</category><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why Landlords Should Use Our Management Plus Service and Why Tenants Should Always Prioritise Paying Their Rent</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/51332/jwRfoofF3BvGet1zsN2lAgyGcWn9Ypie-1765399578.png</image><description>Why Landlords Should Use Our Management Plus Service and Why Tenants Should Always Prioritise Paying Their Rent With the new Renters Rights Act coming into force next May there has been a lot of discussion particularly around the end of Section 21 notices and the perceived reduction in a landlord s ability to regain possession.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/why-landlords-should-use-our-management-plus-service-and-why-tenants-should-always-prioritise-paying-their-rent/51332</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/why-landlords-should-use-our-management-plus-service-and-why-tenants-should-always-prioritise-paying-their-rent/51332</guid><category>2026</category><category>Management Plus</category><category>Rent Guarantee Insurance</category><category>Renters Reform Act</category><category>landlord</category><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What Should You as a Landlord Look for in Your Property Insurance</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/51329/2ZLmBxyoPcAXgNkzStsjO2tPNdD4n6R2-1765387729.png</image><description>What Should You as a Landlord Look for in Your Property Insurance?</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/what-should-you-as-a-landlord-look-for-in-your-property-insurance/51329</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/what-should-you-as-a-landlord-look-for-in-your-property-insurance/51329</guid><category>insurance</category><category>investment property</category><category>landlord</category><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What the 2025 UK Budget Really Means for Landlords</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/51104/4vdmBMjSDv28mSUZQmOJpo-YbDMXbmZK-1764277167.png</image><description>What the 2025 UK Budget Really Means for Landlords No BS and Why It s Not All Bad News The Chancellor has finally delivered the 2025 Budget and while the headlines are already screaming about higher taxes and a new mansion tax the reality for landlords is more nuanced.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/what-the-2025-uk-budget-really-means-for-landlords/51104</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/what-the-2025-uk-budget-really-means-for-landlords/51104</guid><category>Autumn Budget 2025</category><category>government</category><category>housing policies</category><category>investment property</category><category>labour</category><category>landlord</category><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>We Don t Want Your Business Well Not Always</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/50892/VNUBMgL6-R1GoOp0qaGgIN79WGJJYWMe-1763752407.png</image><description>We Don t Want Your Business Well Not Always Yes you read that right.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/we-dont-want-your-business-well-not-always/50892</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/we-dont-want-your-business-well-not-always/50892</guid><category>investment property</category><category>landlord</category><category>legislation</category><category>property information</category><category>renters reform bill</category><category>weston-super-mare</category><category>weston-super-mare investment</category><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Thinking of Selling Your Rental in 2025 Here s Why Hitting Pause Could Be a Better Move</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/50890/QiymqBQ0_ARDPLX2AJG4S9bVVpjA-quo-1763744553.png</image><description>Thinking of Selling Your Rental in 2025?</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/thinking-of-selling-your-rental-in-2025-heres-why-hitting-pause-could-be-a-better-move/50890</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/thinking-of-selling-your-rental-in-2025-heres-why-hitting-pause-could-be-a-better-move/50890</guid><category>bank of england</category><category>base rate</category><category>budget 2025</category><category>government</category><category>investment property</category><category>landlord</category><category>property information</category><category>tax</category><category>weston-super-mare</category><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>BREAKING Renters Right Act Deadlines Set</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/50388/qFdjTGR2MU37jhqIjeoK7mYXVF7Rrny4-1763141851.png</image><description>Landlords Your Deadline Is Set Here s What the Renters Rights Act Means for You The long awaited rental reform has finally secured its timetable.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/breaking-renters-right-act-deadlines-set/50388</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/breaking-renters-right-act-deadlines-set/50388</guid><category>government</category><category>housing policies</category><category>housing politics</category><category>investment property</category><category>labour</category><category>landlord</category><category>landlords</category><category>legislation</category><category>lettings regulations</category><category>renters reform</category><category>renters rights act</category><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Landlord Licensing What You Need to Know in Bristol Weston Super Mare</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/50224/XGwkPHhahhJ1UW_NMXIVE-dADZ9ljZNN-1762423834.png</image><description>Landlord Licensing What You Need to Know in Bristol Weston Super Mare If you let property in Bristol or the wider North Somerset region including Weston Super Mare it s vital to understand when a licence is required and what the consequences are if you don t obtain one.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/landlord-licensing-what-you-need-to-know-in-bristol-weston-super-mare/50224</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/landlord-licensing-what-you-need-to-know-in-bristol-weston-super-mare/50224</guid><category>housing policies</category><category>investment property</category><category>labour</category><category>landlords</category><category>legislation</category><category>lettings regulations</category><category>property information</category><category>weston-super-mare investment</category><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Tenant Damage Beyond the Deposit A Landlord s Action Plan</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/50223/6kOAY0Bqo-f-OxE4gGoz7HNEz9Q_c2Fb-1762422891.png</image><description>Tenant Damage Beyond the Deposit A Landlord s Action Plan As a landlord one of your responsibilities is to manage the risk of damage caused by tenants.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/tenant-damage-beyond-the-deposit-a-landlords-action-plan/50223</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/tenant-damage-beyond-the-deposit-a-landlords-action-plan/50223</guid><category>end of tenancy</category><category>landlord</category><category>lettings regulations</category><category>property information</category><category>tenant damage</category><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>The Renters Rights Bill Becomes Law</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/50019/kLBFTsIDtVcz-kxPv_vxZsDfFE7bA4E_-1761589049.png</image><description>The Renters Rights Bill is now the Renters Rights Act it has been given Royal Assent and is now an Act.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/the-renters-rights-bill-becomes-law/50019</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/the-renters-rights-bill-becomes-law/50019</guid><category>government</category><category>housing policies</category><category>housing politics</category><category>investment property</category><category>labour</category><category>landlord</category><category>legislation</category><category>lettings regulations</category><category>renters rights bill</category><category>section 21</category><category>tenants</category><pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>We re Not Just Checking Boxes Why Property Visits Are About People Not Paperwork</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/49859/wNwKafoVa2AXT3WroPxAeyCVZAMVHAmi-1760719651.png</image><description>We re Not Just Checking Boxes Why Property Visits Are About People Not Paperwork When most landlords think about mid tenancy property visits the first words that come to mind are usually compliance checklists and risk management.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/were-not-just-checking-boxes-why-property-visits-are-about-people-not-paperwork/49859</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/were-not-just-checking-boxes-why-property-visits-are-about-people-not-paperwork/49859</guid><category>housing policies</category><category>investment property</category><category>landlord</category><category>legislation</category><category>lettings regulations</category><category>property advice for tenants</category><category>property information</category><category>renters reform</category><category>tenancy maintenance</category><category>tenants</category><pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Candles Could cost you your deposit The hidden risk of scented candles</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/49821/Fu9dqokk3Q2Qn10Hae4uTO3NLHBXKsI5-1760546513.png</image><description>The Hidden Risks of Scented Candles in Rental Properties Scented candles are a popular way to create a cosy inviting atmosphere.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/candles-could-cost-you-your-deposit-the-hidden-risk-of-scented-candles/49821</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/candles-could-cost-you-your-deposit-the-hidden-risk-of-scented-candles/49821</guid><category>end of tenancy advice</category><category>investment property</category><category>landlord</category><category>property advice for tenants</category><category>tenants</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Which Type of Landlord Are You</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/47179/hawRRY9K6AGTVKPTnQOHBlXXStXbdY4J-1757605401.png</image><description>Which Type of Landlord Are You?</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/which-type-of-landlord-are-you/47179</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/which-type-of-landlord-are-you/47179</guid><category>housing policies</category><category>investment property</category><category>landlord</category><category>legislation</category><category>lettings regulations</category><category>property information</category><category>tenancy maintenance</category><category>weston-super-mare</category><category>weston-super-mare investment</category><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Property Visits Why They re Essential for Landlords</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/47178/1Md86vt4ewXY3hUALVdc8aGXnM40-xjb-1757601352.png</image><description>Property Visits Why They re Essential for Landlords As the rental market becomes increasingly regulated landlords are under more pressure than ever to stay compliant.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/property-visits-why-theyre-essential-for-landlords/47178</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/property-visits-why-theyre-essential-for-landlords/47178</guid><category>investment property</category><category>landlord</category><category>legislation</category><category>lettings regulations</category><category>tenancy maintenance</category><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>BREAKING New Date Set For Renters Reform Bill</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/46878/K2KaD8PgVyoer82gacIdffjrsuq1ofF8-1755848264.png</image><description>Renters Rights Bill The Key Decisions Landlords Need to Watch The Renters Rights Bill is now in its final stages.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/breaking-new-date-set-for-renters-reform-bill/46878</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/breaking-new-date-set-for-renters-reform-bill/46878</guid><category>government</category><category>landlords</category><category>lettings regulations</category><category>property information</category><category>renters reform</category><category>renters reform bill</category><pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>New Rules for Landlords Who Want to Move In Themselves</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/46650/1M6pVSMA6cLtxsvI0sgVriNJ9PgkqVJ1-1754932347.png</image><description>New Rules for Landlords Who Want to Move In Themselves The Renters Rights Bill is set to bring sweeping changes to the private rented sector and one of the key areas affected is when a landlord wants to move back into their own property.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/new-rules-for-landlords-who-want-to-move-in-themselves/46650</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/new-rules-for-landlords-who-want-to-move-in-themselves/46650</guid><category>end of tenancy</category><category>housing policies</category><category>investment property</category><category>landlord</category><category>legislation</category><category>notice to tenants</category><category>property information</category><category>renters reform</category><category>renters reform bill</category><category>section 21</category><category>section 8</category><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Landlords What s your plan if your tenant stops paying rent</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/46649/hxfgOTOk5rdavT05RUfcclQ6OPoqs9FS-1754931598.png</image><description>Landlords What s your plan if your tenant stops paying rent?</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/-landlords-whats-your-plan-if-your-tenant-stops-paying-rent/46649</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/-landlords-whats-your-plan-if-your-tenant-stops-paying-rent/46649</guid><category>investment property</category><category>landlord</category><category>legislation</category><category>lettings regulations</category><category>notice to tenants</category><category>property information</category><category>section 21</category><category>section 8</category><category>tenancy notice</category><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Disrepair Claims What Every Landlord Needs to Know and How to Protect Yourself</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/46510/M_Ru9aUCTI9qfUnwc8483P7iLGPjCKsX-1754322911.png</image><description>Disrepair Claims What Every Landlord Needs to Know and How to Protect Yourself When a tenant reports an issue and feels it hasn t been resolved they may start a formal legal process known as a Disrepair Claim.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/disrepair-claims-what-every-landlord-needs-to-know-and-how-to-protect-yourself/46510</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/disrepair-claims-what-every-landlord-needs-to-know-and-how-to-protect-yourself/46510</guid><category>housing policies</category><category>investment property</category><category>landlord</category><category>legislation</category><category>lettings regulations</category><category>property information</category><category>renters reform bill</category><category>tenancy maintenance</category><category>tenants</category><pubDate>Mon, 04 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Pets in Rental Properties Change Is Coming</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/46509/WqxIq2ZszXs3rlElMHuiwE_NEsUmEHcV-1754322076.png</image><description>Pets in Rental Properties Change Is Coming Allowing pets in rented properties has always been a sensitive subject for landlords.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/pets-in-rental-properties-change-is-coming/46509</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/pets-in-rental-properties-change-is-coming/46509</guid><category>housing policies</category><category>landlord</category><category>lettings regulations</category><category>pets in tenancy</category><category>property advice for tenants</category><category>property information</category><category>renters reform bill</category><pubDate>Mon, 04 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Tenant Responsibilities in Rental Properties Part 2 Contracts Conduct Consequences</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/46504/eYQm3MO374cSgxwR6zQd0ti8K7gU8v26-1754317464.png</image><description>Tenant Responsibilities in Rental Properties Part 2 Contracts Conduct Consequences England Wales In Part 1 we looked at the general implied responsibilities tenants have when it comes to repairs and basic maintenance.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/tenant-responsibilities-in-rental-properties-part-2-contracts-conduct-consequences/46504</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/tenant-responsibilities-in-rental-properties-part-2-contracts-conduct-consequences/46504</guid><category>end of tenancy</category><category>end of tenancy advice</category><category>housing policies</category><category>landlord</category><category>legislation</category><category>lettings regulations</category><category>notice to tenants</category><category>property advice for tenants</category><pubDate>Mon, 04 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Tenant Responsibilities for Repairs Maintenance What You Need to Know Part 1</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/46503/YAuDXlAnQeVYSF_lVlWLeJNyaswdM5d2-1754317034.png</image><description>Tenant Responsibilities for Repairs Maintenance What You Need to Know Part 1 England Wales Renting a home means more than just paying the rent.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/tenant-responsibilities-for-repairs-maintenance-what-you-need-to-know-part-1/46503</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/tenant-responsibilities-for-repairs-maintenance-what-you-need-to-know-part-1/46503</guid><pubDate>Mon, 04 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>The Most Overlooked Reason Section 21 Notices Fail And How to Avoid It</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/46502/RBXUtvXHjFmqLAD9t5D4WgXC9Qcjh5uX-1754314163.png</image><description>The government s Renters' Rights Bill is moving steadily through the House of Lords and with strong cross party support it s clear the end of Section 21 no fault evictions is now a matter of when not if.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/the-most-overlooked-reason-section-21-notices-fail-and-how-to-avoid-it/46502</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/the-most-overlooked-reason-section-21-notices-fail-and-how-to-avoid-it/46502</guid><category>end of tenancy</category><category>end of tenancy advice</category><category>housing policies</category><category>landlord</category><category>landlords</category><category>legislation</category><category>lettings regulations</category><category>notice to tenants</category><pubDate>Mon, 04 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Tenancies Now Lasting Over 1 000 Days on Average What This Means for Landlords</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/46202/Kd3GQoC9u6gKnJpAH8ceLIP5HrbDuWCo-1752823131.png</image><description>Tenancies Now Lasting Over 1 000 Days on Average What This Means for Landlords Published July 2025 Iles Jenkin A new report by The Deposit Protection Service DPS has revealed that the average UK tenancy length has reached an all time high of 1 004 days that s almost three years.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/tenancies-now-lasting-over-1-000-days-on-average-what-this-means-for-landlords/46202</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/tenancies-now-lasting-over-1-000-days-on-average-what-this-means-for-landlords/46202</guid><category>investment property</category><category>landlord</category><category>property information</category><category>tenancy notice</category><category>weston-super-mare</category><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>EICR Demand Set to Surge Why Landlords Should Act Early</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/45896/gvNMlfuwL3ARUdiVuOoYBZWpE3EN4fui-1751536054.png</image><description>EICR Demand Set to Surge Why Landlords Should Act Early If you re a landlord you ll know just how important it is to keep on top of your legal responsibilities and one that s fast approaching for many is the renewal of Electrical Installation Condition Reports EICRs .</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/eicr-demand-set-to-surge-why-landlords-should-act-early/45896</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/eicr-demand-set-to-surge-why-landlords-should-act-early/45896</guid><category>EICR</category><category>Landlords</category><category>Legislation</category><pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Tips On How To Get Your Deposit Back At The End Of Your Tenancy</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/43512/e3OXQrvo2cBDtTcSgbgujnNs11jHtTFf-1742400082.png</image><description>How to Get Your Full Deposit Back at the End of Your Tenancy We want to make sure you receive your full deposit back so here s everything you need to do before moving out.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/tips-on-how-to-get-your-deposit-back-at-the-end-of-your-tenancy/43512</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/tips-on-how-to-get-your-deposit-back-at-the-end-of-your-tenancy/43512</guid><category>End Of Tenancy</category><category>Property Advice For Tenants</category><category>Tenants</category><pubDate>Thu, 15 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Rent Affordability What It Means for Landlords in 2025</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/45005/0LwpcwCoq2nHfPry6yaywGTwKURIAdlR-1747245151.png</image><description>Rent Affordability What It Means for Landlords in 2025 Rents have continued to rise across the UK in 2024 but so has the financial pressure on tenants.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/rent-affordability-what-it-means-for-landlords-in-2025/45005</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/rent-affordability-what-it-means-for-landlords-in-2025/45005</guid><category>Investment property</category><category>Landlords</category><category>weston-super-mare</category><category>weston-super-mare investment</category><pubDate>Wed, 14 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why More Landlords Are Returning to Full Management And Why That s a Smart Move</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/44981/lTXVI6cywN1QwK9Tw3qkotvRUQmMAtKA-1747128513.png</image><description>Why More Landlords Are Returning to Full Management And Why That s a Smart Move In recent years many landlords have scaled back on letting agent services in an effort to cut costs.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/why-more-landlords-are-returning-to-full-management-and-why-thats-a-smart-move/44981</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/why-more-landlords-are-returning-to-full-management-and-why-thats-a-smart-move/44981</guid><category>Investment property</category><category>Landlords</category><category>Lettings Regulations</category><category>landlord</category><category>weston-super-mare</category><category>weston-super-mare investment</category><pubDate>Tue, 13 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Understanding Rent Increases What Landlords and Tenants Need to Know</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/44854/IG-gEgvdFMXt9lb-TlRhntpyMrZC2Yw6-1746539147.png</image><description>Understanding Rent Increases What Landlords and Tenants Need to Know Whether you're a tenant or a landlord it's important to understand when and how rent can be increased legally and fairly.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/understanding-rent-increases-what-landlords-and-tenants-need-to-know/44854</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/understanding-rent-increases-what-landlords-and-tenants-need-to-know/44854</guid><category>Landlords</category><category>Lettings Regulations</category><category>Property Advice For Tenants</category><category>Tenants</category><category>landlord</category><pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How Do You Know If You re Getting a Good Tenant</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/44754/9zqc2WIDtnXFOfoI_Bh_e_9wL50eLPi--1746188963.png</image><description>How Do You Know If You re Getting a Good Tenant?</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/how-do-you-know-if-youre-getting-a-good-tenant/44754</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/how-do-you-know-if-youre-getting-a-good-tenant/44754</guid><category>Investment property</category><category>Landlords</category><pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>The Law Is Changing Around Mould In Rental Properties Awaab s Law Heres What You Need To Know</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/44753/9UcfaSB82nea1XRK-CFRvq7_d6Pi0iXQ-1746188007.png</image><description>Awaab s Law and the Private Rented Sector The tragic death of 2 year old Awaab Ishak in December 2020 brought the devastating impact of untreated damp and mould into sharp focus.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/the-law-is-changing-around-mould-in-rental-properties-awaabs-law-heres-what-you-need-to-know/44753</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/the-law-is-changing-around-mould-in-rental-properties-awaabs-law-heres-what-you-need-to-know/44753</guid><category>Housing Policies</category><category>Landlords</category><category>Lettings Regulations</category><category>Mould</category><category>Renters Rights Bill</category><category>renters reform bill</category><pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Sanctions Checks Are Changing Here s What It Means for Landlords And Why Our Landlords Don t Need to Worry</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/44752/sGCauHdvkLutwq6YmATMKdcQj3rdMIyE-1746186757.png</image><description>Sanctions Checks Are Changing Here s What It Means for Landlords And Why You Don t Need to Worry From 14th May 2025 important new regulations come into force requiring all letting agents to carry out formal sanctions checks on both landlords and tenants.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/sanctions-checks-are-changing-heres-what-it-means-for-landlords-and-why-our-landlords-dont-need-to-worry/44752</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/sanctions-checks-are-changing-heres-what-it-means-for-landlords-and-why-our-landlords-dont-need-to-worry/44752</guid><pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Understanding Legionella What Landlords Need To Know</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/43975/p-PZO47Yi5NIPRsrHsHNSxgxrUtn8ykM-1744277849.png</image><description>Understanding Legionella What Landlords Need to Know As a landlord one of your core responsibilities is ensuring the health and safety of your tenants.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/understanding-legionella-what-landlords-need-to-know/43975</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/understanding-legionella-what-landlords-need-to-know/43975</guid><category>Housing Policies</category><category>Investment property</category><category>Landlords</category><category>Legionella</category><category>Lettings Regulations</category><category>landlord</category><pubDate>Thu, 10 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Renters Rights Bill Moves Forward Committee Stage Dates Confirmed</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/43634/W24TsY_xt2CxagEm_z4wRhxLiOBQ5ae_-1742977442.png</image><description>Renters Rights Bill Moves Forward Committee Stage Dates Confirmed in the House of Lords Published 21 March 2025 After a six week pause the Renters Rights Bill is back on the move.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/renters-rights-bill-moves-forward-committee-stage-dates-confirmed/43634</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/renters-rights-bill-moves-forward-committee-stage-dates-confirmed/43634</guid><category>Housing Policies</category><category>Landlords</category><category>Renters Rights Bill</category><category>renters reform</category><pubDate>Wed, 26 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Possession and Eviction What To Do What Not To Do and Changes With New Regulations</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/43542/-y4cPAKEYmcDQSt7i6CILHbNfBmRPJsc-1742486561.png</image><description>Possession and Eviction What To Do What Not To Do and Changes With New Regulations Managing tenant evictions and regaining possession of a rental property can be one of the most challenging aspects of property management.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/possession-and-eviction-what-to-do-what-not-to-do-and-changes-with-new-regulations/43542</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/possession-and-eviction-what-to-do-what-not-to-do-and-changes-with-new-regulations/43542</guid><category>AST notice</category><category>End Of Tenancy</category><category>End of Tenancy Advice</category><category>Landlords</category><category>Lettings Regulations</category><category>Notice to tenants</category><category>landlord</category><category>section 21</category><category>section 8</category><category>tenancy notice</category><pubDate>Thu, 20 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>EPC s Are Changing What Landlords Need to Know</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/43279/5dfqGn9Ig2Ef3gEJZBOeDn_3c6VecZur-1741353823.png</image><description>EPCs Are Changing What Landlords Need to Know The UK government remains committed to achieving Net Zero by 2050 and as part of this effort major changes are being proposed to Energy Performance Certificates EPCs .</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/epcs-are-changing-what-landlords-need-to-know/43279</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/epcs-are-changing-what-landlords-need-to-know/43279</guid><category>EPC</category><category>Housing Policies</category><category>Landlords</category><category>Lettings Regulations</category><pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>LANDLORDS How to Ensure A Smooth Ending of a Tenancy</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/41758/8vGiHKl_-PCMAameHA9muglHVtlisLRD-1739193992.png</image><description>How To Ensure a Smooth Ending of a Tenancy We all as landlords want a tenancy and tenant that gives us as few issues as possible.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/landlords-how-to-ensure-a-smooth-ending-of-a-tenancy/41758</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/landlords-how-to-ensure-a-smooth-ending-of-a-tenancy/41758</guid><category>End of Tenancy Advice</category><category>Landlords</category><pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Tips To Avoid Mould Build Up At Home</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/41725/3zg5IAGzabF04aTjUQJ1r7YyaKlWHCsq-1738936784.png</image><description>Condensation and mould Handy tips for tenants during the colder months As the weather gets colder many homes in the UK are at risk of developing problems with condensation and mould.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/tips-to-avoid-mould-build-up-at-home/41725</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/tips-to-avoid-mould-build-up-at-home/41725</guid><category>Mould</category><category>Property Advice For Tenants</category><category>Tenants</category><pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What Are The Current Lettings Legislation and Regulations</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/41732/thBRFeaAXNyKUTBHeMlVpaT3S63u6J4W-1738946177.png</image><description>Lettings Legislation and Regulations Safety Certificates There are a myriad of regulations that Landlords should be aware of when letting out a property.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/what-are-the-current-lettings-legislation-and-regulations/41732</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/what-are-the-current-lettings-legislation-and-regulations/41732</guid><category>EICR</category><category>EPC</category><category>Fire Safety</category><category>Gas Safety</category><category>Landlords</category><category>Legionella</category><category>Lettings Regulations</category><category>Tenants</category><pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Government Announce New EPC Changes From 2030</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/41729/9C_GQHjtULKxGTvJjsJG78MQR4a_D_t7-1738944789.png</image><description>Government Fast Tracks Plan for Change Warmer Homes Lower Energy Bills Published 7 February 2025 From Department for Energy Security and Net Zero Ministry of Housing Communities and Local Government The Rt Hon Ed Miliband MP and The Rt Hon Angela Rayner MP Millions to Benefit from Energy Efficiency Improvements Households across the UK are set to enjoy warmer homes and reduced energy bills as the government accelerates its Plan for Change aiming to enhance living conditions in the private rental sector.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/government-announce-new-epc-changes-from-2030/41729</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/government-announce-new-epc-changes-from-2030/41729</guid><category>EPC</category><category>Government</category><category>Landlords</category><category>Tenants</category><category>renters reform bill</category><pubDate>Fri, 07 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Renters Rights Bill What You Need To Know</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/38341/bD_qb_tTWpvMPlgNHfSh9t0rJWilfh6k-1727696468.png</image><description>Renters' Rights Bill What You Need to Know Both the Conservative and Labour parties pledged to abolish Section 21 Notices before the election with a key difference in how fast each party planned to enact the change.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/renters-rights-bill-what-you-need-to-know/38341</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/renters-rights-bill-what-you-need-to-know/38341</guid><category>Government</category><category>Housing Policies</category><category>Investment property</category><category>Labour</category><category>Renters Rights Bill</category><category>renters reform bill</category><pubDate>Mon, 30 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Key Takeaways from the King s Speech 2024 Essential Information for Landlords</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/35841/PDOc1_3kK-ceVOlrbqOkGJQjI5wDCyMG-1721306595.png</image><description>Key Takeaways from the King's Speech 2024 Essential Information for Landlords Date 17 July 2024 Overview The King's Speech marks the State Opening of Parliament where the government outlines its priorities for the coming year.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/key-takeaways-from-the-kings-speech-2024-essential-information-for-landlords/35841</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/key-takeaways-from-the-kings-speech-2024-essential-information-for-landlords/35841</guid><category>Government</category><category>Housing Policies</category><category>Housing Politics</category><category>Labour</category><category>landlord</category><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What Are Labours Housing Policies</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/35590/yrZbQ_eqL8qEBeCLel4OPwwY8ngLszAC-1720463521.png</image><description>Labour s Housing Policies for the Next Five Years The UK have voted for a Labour Government after 14 years of the Conservative Party.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/what-are-labours-housing-policies/35590</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/what-are-labours-housing-policies/35590</guid><category>Election 2024</category><category>Government</category><category>Housing Policies</category><category>Labour</category><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Where The Main Political Parties Stand On Key Housing Issues</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/34710/OHNSbdsMGPJ2-_0IryQYX-kAKwVGJpa9-1717668087.png</image><description>CONSERVATIVES VS.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/where-the-main-political-parties-stand-on-key-housing-issues/34710</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/where-the-main-political-parties-stand-on-key-housing-issues/34710</guid><category>Election 2024</category><category>Government</category><category>Housing Politics</category><category>Investment property</category><category>Landlords</category><category>landlord</category><category>renters reform bill</category><category>section 21</category><pubDate>Thu, 06 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Spring Budget 2024 Five Vital Insights for Landlords</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/29847/WPgz_hqgVgIrLOe-zj2t_qjduuFt2jW0-1709735915.jpeg</image><description>Spring Budget 2024 Five Vital Insights for Landlords 6 March 2024 The Spring Budget for 2024 unveiled by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt holds significant implications for property professionals.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/spring-budget-2024-five-vital-insights-for-landlords/29847</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/spring-budget-2024-five-vital-insights-for-landlords/29847</guid><category>Investment property</category><category>Landlords</category><category>Spring Budget</category><category>Tax</category><category>landlord</category><pubDate>Wed, 06 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Autumn Budget 2023 Key Insights for Landlords</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/26098/939DnILWTBMHcULVTpheKSLkkY2pCDhE-1700676027.png</image><description>Autumn Budget 2023 Key Insights for Letting Agents and Landlords 22 November 2023 Chancellor Jeremy Hunt recently unveiled the Autumn Statement 2023 providing a comprehensive overview of the government's plans for the upcoming year.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/autumn-budget-2023-key-insights-for-landlords/26098</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/autumn-budget-2023-key-insights-for-landlords/26098</guid><category>Autumn Budget 2023</category><category>Landlords</category><category>Tax</category><pubDate>Wed, 22 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Section 21 Reforms Kicking The Can Down The Road In a Good Way</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/25790/I3TgsUsZhgdRVZDp9vXVFySm2heZUJDX-1698225279.jpeg</image><description>Recent developments have provided fresh insights into what appears to be a surprising turn of events regarding Section 21 eviction powers.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/section-21-reforms-kicking-the-can-down-the-roadin-a-good-way/25790</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/section-21-reforms-kicking-the-can-down-the-roadin-a-good-way/25790</guid><category>Landlords</category><category>renters reform bill</category><category>section 21</category><pubDate>Wed, 25 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Government Revises Energy Efficiency Requirements Impact on Landlords and Homeowners</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/24985/hs9Hg-Vx6OkDWhZ-0dypF2qQD-D2jdyC-1695285604.png</image><description>Government Revises Energy Efficiency Requirements Impact on Landlords and Homeowners Publication Date September 21 2023 In a significant development Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has unveiled alterations to the government's energy efficiency agenda affecting both homeowners and landlords.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/government-revises-energy-efficiency-requirements-impact-on-landlords-and-homeowners/24985</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/government-revises-energy-efficiency-requirements-impact-on-landlords-and-homeowners/24985</guid><category>Clevedon</category><category>EPC</category><category>Landlords</category><pubDate>Thu, 21 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>10 Benefits of Using A Letting Agent Compared to Self Management</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/24890/3Zu67OZ0OmTwDUX7ZIS2I3PipG8Iv_Wk-1694536038.png</image><description>Top 10 Benefits of Using a Letting Agent Compared to Self Managing a Rental Property Renting out a property can be a great source of income but it can also be a time consuming and a stressful experience especially if you decide to manage the property by yourself.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/10-benefits-of-using-a-letting-agent-compared-to-self-management/24890</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/10-benefits-of-using-a-letting-agent-compared-to-self-management/24890</guid><category>Landlords</category><pubDate>Tue, 12 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Abolition of the Section 21 Notice Should Landlords Be Concerned</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/23887/6WBdR3DqdAzmYsbbmq5skpQC0xPY7I9Z-1690455914.png</image><description>Section 21 Notice Abolition Should Landlords be Concerned?</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/abolition-of-the-section-21-notice-should-landlords-be-concerned/23887</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/abolition-of-the-section-21-notice-should-landlords-be-concerned/23887</guid><category>AST notice</category><category>Notice to tenants</category><category>landlord</category><category>renters reform</category><category>section 21</category><category>tenancy notice</category><category>when will section 21 be abolished</category><pubDate>Thu, 27 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What Type of Investment Property Should You Buy in Weston Super Mare</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/20562/q3jrF2GtE0J4okjX8R9Rg1ARmGRfCHMf-1680040220.jpeg</image><description>What Type of Investment Property Should You Buy in Weston Super Mare?</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/what-type-of-investment-property-should-you-buy-in-weston-super-mare/20562</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/what-type-of-investment-property-should-you-buy-in-weston-super-mare/20562</guid><category>Investment property</category><category>weston-super-mare</category><category>weston-super-mare investment</category><pubDate>Sun, 02 Apr 2023 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How to Spot a Facebook Marketplace Scam</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/20561/_lY5bLzVK0cJ5B9wUnuSs9LkKeONCeWk-1680024030.jpeg</image><description>How to spot a Facebook Marketplace Scam If you're in the market for a new home Facebook Marketplace can be a great resource to find potential properties.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/how-to-spot-a-facebook-marketplace-scam/20561</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/how-to-spot-a-facebook-marketplace-scam/20561</guid><category>Facebook marketplace scam</category><pubDate>Tue, 28 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Bank of England Increase Base Rate to Highest Level Since 2008</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/20518/lfiILr5k2FMu_ueGhCvdKPb0pdv_lZJT-1679586225.png</image><description>Bank of England Increase Base Rate to Highest Level Since 2008.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/bank-of-england-increase-base-rate-to-highest-level-since-2008/20518</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/bank-of-england-increase-base-rate-to-highest-level-since-2008/20518</guid><category>bank of england</category><category>base rate</category><category>uk interest rate</category><pubDate>Tue, 28 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>HAVE YOU BEEN CAUGHT OUT BY CHANGES TO ENERGY RULES</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6350/1aNHmfpBgji1fiE3aZtqBfFyOEuhsZvU-1653476059.png</image><description>At Iles Jenkin we are proud of being experts on the local property market.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/have-you-been-caught-out-by-changes-to-energy-rules/6350</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/have-you-been-caught-out-by-changes-to-energy-rules/6350</guid><pubDate>Mon, 12 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>THE EASIEST WAY TO AVOID A DEPOSIT DISASTER</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6349/UihLZ4h2n6S8ID6mfCz1raLCxakp8jun-1653476057.jpg</image><description>It s the situation every Landlord and Tenant dread an ongoing dispute over a tenancy deposit.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/the-easiest-way-to-avoid-a-deposit-disaster/6349</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/the-easiest-way-to-avoid-a-deposit-disaster/6349</guid><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>LANDLORDS WHAT IS ALL THE FUSS ABOUT</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6347/lamqquXYctBWnJBuxXEw7E4vEs6T3f9q-1653476054.jpg</image><description>Ban on agent fees being passed onto Landlords?</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/landlords-what-is-all-the-fuss-about/6347</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/landlords-what-is-all-the-fuss-about/6347</guid><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>We bought the house we didn t see</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6346/M6carbgOfGmatRTTT01nxRzkfyfjajkT-1653476052.jpg</image><description>Is your property sticking around?</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/we-bought-the-house-we-didnt-see/6346</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/we-bought-the-house-we-didnt-see/6346</guid><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>OUR WONDERFUL TENANTS AND WHAT WE DO TO MAKE IT EASIER FOR OUR LOVELY LANDLORDS</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6345/UELVSTMqtMVgVgP9Xo6A4GI1wmL03Z8H-1653476050.jpg</image><description>Here at Iles and Jenkin we work extremely hard to ensure that the tenants that we move into our properties are always fully referenced fully communicated with and therefore fully understand their responsibilities.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/our-wonderful-tenants-and-what-we-do-to-make-it-easier-for-our-lovely-landlords/6345</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/our-wonderful-tenants-and-what-we-do-to-make-it-easier-for-our-lovely-landlords/6345</guid><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Property Matters</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6344/vGw2FoiltXtOEeZwMJ4QVDLu4gNNBSGd-1653476048.jpg</image><description>Is there life beyond section 21?</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/property-matters/6344</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/property-matters/6344</guid><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>One Thing You Shouldn t Do When The Price Isn t Right</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6343/mivHpOiTHKgn3nmLrkFRtaYpsUTz6ICr-1653476046.jpg</image><description>A friend of mine told me a story recently about what happened to a family member when they used an Estate Agent in Manchester to sell their home.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/one-thing-you-shouldnt-do-when-the-price-isnt-right/6343</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/one-thing-you-shouldnt-do-when-the-price-isnt-right/6343</guid><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>WHAT DO SELLERS WANT FROM AN ESTATE AGENT</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6341/IsaH1603LMApyFeV05vfk0QtAuF5cltI-1653476041.jpg</image><description>A recent survey by home moving website Property Road asked visitors who were considering instructing an Online Agent rather than a High Street Agent five questions about what they were looking for in an Online Agent.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/what-do-sellers-want-from-an-estate-agent/6341</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/what-do-sellers-want-from-an-estate-agent/6341</guid><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>FIRST IMPRESSIONS COUNT 27 SECONDS AND COUNTING</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6340/Fsr7kyiRjOfnQuCKqBTF6XK9V64HFwUz-1653476039.png</image><description>Have you ever met a person and for some reason taken an instant dislike to them?</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/first-impressions-count-27-seconds-and-counting/6340</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/first-impressions-count-27-seconds-and-counting/6340</guid><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>THANK YOU VERY MUCH</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6339/XDUjf8ni44UZni4HElcWrNBstnXLdwTF-1653476037.jpg</image><description>Merci.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/thank-you-very-much/6339</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/thank-you-very-much/6339</guid><pubDate>Wed, 26 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>TRUST</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6338/UhE8beivv95aZN6h0QgnYNM3m3tXyUL0-1653476035.jpg</image><description>HOW CAN YOU BE SURE THAT YOU CAN TRUST US?</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/trust/6338</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/trust/6338</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>HOMEOWNERS IN ENGLAND FREE TO BUILD BIGGER EXTENSIONS</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6337/E8emhc2YtKaZ0xXc7MNa9EqCaAZPwNlc-1653476033.jpg</image><description>Homeowners in England are being given the green light to build larger extensions without planning permission.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/homeowners-in-england-free-to-build-bigger-extensions/6337</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/homeowners-in-england-free-to-build-bigger-extensions/6337</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>GET THE PICTURE GOOD PHOTOGRAPHY MAKES ALL THE DIFFERENCE</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6336/5gxxpKb9dD9Y07i6JmFAIt3M0gA2tLru-1653476030.jpg</image><description>Imagine that you had hired a professional photographer to attend a very special event of yours and he turned up with an iPhone and started clicking away.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/get-the-picture-good-photography-makes-all-the-difference/6336</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/get-the-picture-good-photography-makes-all-the-difference/6336</guid><pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>HOW MUCH IS YOUR HOUSE WORTH WHAT ARE THE EXPERTS SAYING</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6335/2cqxTB3oKZRiTvgKZSr116PcLkvmdJnV-1653476028.jpg</image><description>LOCAL KNOWLEDGE MAKES THE MOST SENSE!</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/how-much-is-your-house-worth-what-are-the-experts-saying/6335</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/how-much-is-your-house-worth-what-are-the-experts-saying/6335</guid><pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>CALLING ALL FIRST TIME BUYERS HOW HELP TO BUY WORKS</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6334/anGolP8tfcV5eGmQYzccFoca2URb0DqN-1653476026.png</image><description>If you re hoping to take that first step onto the property ladder soon you could be closer to saving for your deposit than you think.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/calling-all-first-time-buyers-how-help-to-buy-works/6334</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/calling-all-first-time-buyers-how-help-to-buy-works/6334</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>OUR TERRIFIC TENANTS AND WHAT WE DO TO MAKE IT EASIER FOR OUR LOVELY LANDLORDS</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6333/46RLHLgGfBcxYpfCR5UJxKFIGXTKRz2f-1653476025.jpg</image><description>Here at Iles and Jenkin we work extremely hard to ensure that the tenants that we move into our properties are always fully referenced fully communicated with and therefore fully understand their responsibilities.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/our-terrific-tenants-and-what-we-do-to-make-it-easier-for-our-lovely-landlords/6333</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/our-terrific-tenants-and-what-we-do-to-make-it-easier-for-our-lovely-landlords/6333</guid><pubDate>Tue, 11 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>FENG SHUI YOUR WAY TO A BETTER PROPERTY SALE</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6332/x9kHdNWhQ4zwISIKkA8XfpnUrhS9Kzhx-1653476023.jpg</image><description>At Iles Jenkin we look at every possible way of ensuring that every home we are marketing has the best possible chance of being sold for the highest price in the shortest amount of time.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/feng-shui-your-way-to-a-better-property-sale/6332</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/feng-shui-your-way-to-a-better-property-sale/6332</guid><pubDate>Tue, 04 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>HAVE YOU PAID YOUR AGENT UP FRONT FEES</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6331/KtER7La1Zb2PYENITHbkKdFcq3CWgvmb-1653476021.jpg</image><description>IF SO ARE YOU GETTING THE ATTENTION YOU DESERVE!</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/have-you-paid-your-agent-up-front-fees/6331</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/have-you-paid-your-agent-up-front-fees/6331</guid><pubDate>Thu, 30 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>PAY SOMEONE UP FRONT TO MARKET YOUR HOME OR FIND THE PROFESSIONAL WHO WILL WORK TIRELESSLY TO SELL YOUR HOME</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6330/ca8aEQo719cb2XZBeah5mlqKArlQdRFU-1653476019.jpg</image><description>As anyone who has even a passing interest in house buying and selling will tell you there is now a choice as to what type of estate agency you can use to sell your home generally referred to as either online or High Street .</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/pay-someone-up-front-to-market-your-home-or-find-the-professional-who-will-work-tirelessly-to-sell-your-home/6330</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/pay-someone-up-front-to-market-your-home-or-find-the-professional-who-will-work-tirelessly-to-sell-your-home/6330</guid><pubDate>Thu, 30 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>SIX TIPS FOR A SIZZLING SUMMER SALE</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6329/MP2w3VXQKKOtPgcID8X9YJPQrRbFDfYY-1653476018.jpg</image><description>Don t rely purely on sunshine and the nice weather feel good factor to sell your home this summer.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/six-tips-for-a-sizzling-summer-sale/6329</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/six-tips-for-a-sizzling-summer-sale/6329</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>THE GREAT OUTDOORS HAS A BIG IMPACT ON A PROPERTY S VALUE</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6328/DCFhSAWKGVkxEdSLmajOGpeQI8q3Ymh5-1653476016.jpg</image><description>At Iles Jenkin we love it when the clocks go forward.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/the-great-outdoors-has-a-big-impact-on-a-propertys-value/6328</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/the-great-outdoors-has-a-big-impact-on-a-propertys-value/6328</guid><pubDate>Wed, 22 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>GOVERNMENT BAN ON TENANT FEES STARTS 1ST JUNE</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6326/ngqfSLd2XaNuYazu3nB6EdtWZf8fBIDw-1653476010.jpg</image><description>In January 2019 official data was released showing that average rents rose by just 1 in 2018 a fraction of the average 2.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/government-ban-on-tenant-fees-starts-1st-june/6326</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/government-ban-on-tenant-fees-starts-1st-june/6326</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>ARE ESTATE AGENTS FACING THE MOST PRICE SENSITIVE HOUSING MARKET IN MANY YEARS</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6324/Ps0taNfsV0HBBrPivNNtpPt6VJUXq0DE-1653476004.jpg</image><description>Property portal Rightmove has reported that it believes that Estate Agents are facing one of the most price sensitive housing markets seen in many years.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/are-estate-agents-facing-the-most-price-sensitive-housing-market-in-many-years/6324</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/are-estate-agents-facing-the-most-price-sensitive-housing-market-in-many-years/6324</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>LANDLORDS</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6322/zCqhWTRTk2xHRv8lenKnKOJQlJpqLVva-1653475998.jpg</image><description>WHICH AGENT WOULD YOU CHOOSE?</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/landlords/6322</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/landlords/6322</guid><pubDate>Tue, 02 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>TOP TIPS FOR SELLING YOUR HOME IF YOU HAVE A PET</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6320/bTlzZqK7BbB6eJ7cK47dBVMyXE9jHGnq-1653475991.jpg</image><description>Although we are all very pet friendly within the Iles Jenkin office we understand that not every buyer will feel the same way.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/top-tips-for-selling-your-home-if-you-have-a-pet/6320</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/top-tips-for-selling-your-home-if-you-have-a-pet/6320</guid><pubDate>Thu, 28 Mar 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>SALES PROGRESSION IS YOUR ESTATE AGENT PROACTIVE OR REACTIVE</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6319/3NyiWV22ETSxa45fhFSOHOQ6lOq9nQzO-1653475985.jpg</image><description>I was recently asked an interesting question what is the biggest property chain we ve found ourselves working in?</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/sales-progression-is-your-estate-agent-proactive-or-reactive/6319</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/sales-progression-is-your-estate-agent-proactive-or-reactive/6319</guid><pubDate>Thu, 21 Mar 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>SMARTEN UP YOUR KITCHEN</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6317/vzBKW5IQzGZWrBh6gQSbI8Dlx7LpLLw0-1653475980.jpg</image><description>It s not just the likes of Gordon Ramsay Nigella Lawson and Jamie Oliver who love spending time in the kitchen.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/smarten-up-your-kitchen/6317</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/smarten-up-your-kitchen/6317</guid><pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Calling all Landlords</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6316/yerQfO70EeWuX6SBrMR5KJWR3TKVDorD-1653475978.jpg</image><description>What are Tenants Really Looking for in their Rental Homes?</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/calling-all-landlords/6316</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/calling-all-landlords/6316</guid><pubDate>Tue, 12 Mar 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Happy 1st Birthday To US</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6314/AFwEbaKCPSDjgTLs0gWRmELkOX8DCgGG-1653475970.jpg</image><description>We have recently celebrated a milestone as it was little over a year ago that we rebranded from the previous national franchise brand and set up as a local independent agent.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/happy-1st-birthday-to-us/6314</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/happy-1st-birthday-to-us/6314</guid><pubDate>Wed, 06 Mar 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Don t be haunted by ghost gazumping</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6313/XEKEkzpPggzx7tRD59o4y6ZlKoQUO9lx-1653475968.jpg</image><description>Over the years Estate Agents have received a lot of criticism for unscrupulous practices.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/dont-be-haunted-by-ghost-gazumping/6313</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/dont-be-haunted-by-ghost-gazumping/6313</guid><pubDate>Tue, 05 Mar 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>FACE TO FACE INTERACTION IS INCREDIBLY IMPORTANT</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6312/XfNQBrGAOAz3su4f9o1n4OBSMyPriLBp-1653475963.jpg</image><description>One thing the team here at Iles Jenkin have in common is that we ve all bought and sold homes in the past.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/face-to-face-interaction-is-incredibly-important/6312</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/face-to-face-interaction-is-incredibly-important/6312</guid><pubDate>Thu, 28 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Thinking of moving there really is no time like the present</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6311/cgS8s4NAQqVjih32tDjmsR0JIAeUubcv-1653475960.jpg</image><description>The first set of figures for the year from HMRC show that there were 0.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/thinking-of-moving-there-really-is-no-time-like-the-present/6311</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/thinking-of-moving-there-really-is-no-time-like-the-present/6311</guid><pubDate>Tue, 26 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>It Shouldn t Happen to an Estate Agent but Part Two</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6310/6SzaTZbfDEVQ9DYtVEt9syUWhXjhjOVT-1653475958.jpg</image><description>THE ONE ABOUT .</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/it-shouldnt-happen-to-an-estate-agent-butpart-two/6310</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/it-shouldnt-happen-to-an-estate-agent-butpart-two/6310</guid><pubDate>Sat, 23 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How to choose an agent to sell your home</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6309/n1UEYa9fmD8nLbALl00zR8ifvVfVuxQn-1653475956.jpg</image><description>Deciding to sell your property is a big step.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/how-to-choose-an-agent-to-sell-your-home/6309</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/how-to-choose-an-agent-to-sell-your-home/6309</guid><pubDate>Fri, 22 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>IS IT TIME TO BAN ESTATE AGENT S BOARDS</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6308/ReZnLnSp6mYd0LnL1bxxQUxsgbdXog5y-1653475954.jpg</image><description>Please read this article and then let us know what you think?</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/is-it-time-to-ban-estate-agents-boards/6308</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/is-it-time-to-ban-estate-agents-boards/6308</guid><pubDate>Thu, 21 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Getting to know Paul Bartram</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6307/LP8rDP7GqTLKQb2CcWUOSc7jonOjKUIq-1653475951.jpg</image><description>Following on from Paul's recent fantastic review we thought it would be great to get to know the man behind the magic!</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/getting-to-know-paul-bartram/6307</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/getting-to-know-paul-bartram/6307</guid><pubDate>Wed, 20 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>LESS IS MORE SO KILL THE CLUTTER</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6306/4jKAvYvaMq7Ibh8lUQmlOmcaU0Ssa6mD-1653475947.png</image><description>If you put your hand onto a hot stove would you be surprised if you burnt it?</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/less-is-more-so-kill-the-clutter/6306</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/less-is-more-so-kill-the-clutter/6306</guid><pubDate>Fri, 15 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Great Review</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6305/89luKBlsEELBMiaZgM0wfSIsvbuTqCov-1653475943.jpg</image><description>We have a magical team here at I J but what makes us different is Paul Bartram our very own Sales Progressor!</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/great-review/6305</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/great-review/6305</guid><pubDate>Thu, 14 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>It Shouldn t Happen to an Estate Agent But</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6304/Sd511f7G1YsC5V0H6iUvBxd7eeStj8sa-1653475940.jpg</image><description>THE ONE ABOUT .</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/it-shouldnt-happen-to-an-estate-agent-but/6304</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/it-shouldnt-happen-to-an-estate-agent-but/6304</guid><pubDate>Wed, 13 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>HOUSE PRICE GROWTH AT NEARLY SIX YEAR LOW</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6303/0OTRJNnIUCZDfMPqXCRy6Nvrhy8XO4wq-1653475938.png</image><description>UK house prices grew at the slowest annual rate for nearly six years in January according to Nationwide.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/house-price-growth-at-nearly-six-year-low/6303</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/house-price-growth-at-nearly-six-year-low/6303</guid><pubDate>Tue, 12 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>WHEN CHEAP ISN T VERY CHEERFUL</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6302/uvCckzUOKPkhEVT3lf6jBcVWlrX8aJVE-1653475936.png</image><description>I m sure everyone knows that Estate Agents fees for selling a property can vary wildly.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/when-cheap-isnt-very-cheerful/6302</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/when-cheap-isnt-very-cheerful/6302</guid><pubDate>Thu, 07 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Getting to know the team Neil Jenkin</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6301/lrQVt9X2DgGUeKPIeobZ3yc11Tifx6a3-1653475933.jpg</image><description>Tell us a little bit about yourself and your family I was born in Carlisle but grew up in Burnham on Sea in a family of five with two older sisters.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/getting-to-know-the-team-neil-jenkin/6301</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/getting-to-know-the-team-neil-jenkin/6301</guid><pubDate>Tue, 05 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>GOVERNMENT BAN ON TENANT FEES PART TWO</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6300/25aOQThBvQl4bbelLVhP4pAf3ltmOLT1-1653475931.jpg</image><description>The timing of the ban on tenant fees is particularly awkward for lettings professionals.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/government-ban-on-tenant-fees-part-two/6300</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/government-ban-on-tenant-fees-part-two/6300</guid><pubDate>Tue, 05 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>OPEN HOUSE</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6299/N1KioRYkJx9jOqZlnajMD2gLzraf51Rk-1653475929.jpg</image><description>Simple smart and civilised!</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/open-house/6299</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/open-house/6299</guid><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>GOVERNMENT BAN ON TENANT FEES PART ONE</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6298/3A0W7YNiG99eHQ3LWVZf1BzKcfzzOz0g-1653475927.jpg</image><description>January 2019 will turn out to be a good month for tenants who have had two pieces of news to celebrate since Christmas.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/government-ban-on-tenant-feespart-one/6298</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/government-ban-on-tenant-feespart-one/6298</guid><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Getting to know the team SUE ILES</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6297/rAwjFz9Rco482fA3NdKGEUddvhAmTHrj-1653475924.jpg</image><description>To enable you to get to know us we have asked the team five questions.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/getting-to-know-the-team-sue-iles/6297</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/getting-to-know-the-team-sue-iles/6297</guid><pubDate>Fri, 25 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>High Street VS Online</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6296/46Y4zHKwwYpKJQopxppEOrYHz1en1oVd-1653475922.jpg</image><description>It is well known within the property industry that online Estate Agents have attracted vast sums of money from investors on the back of the explosion in digital technology in recent years which has meant that consumers have been able to shop bank compare services and make appointments online.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/high-street-vs-online/6296</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/high-street-vs-online/6296</guid><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is that your best offer</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6295/6f1vqfB6wKPMWk2FtpoDHBW4bZuNNfsD-1653475920.png</image><description>One of the recurring questions that we at Iles Jenkin estate agents in Worle often get asked by people selling their homes with us is should I accept this offer?</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/is-that-your-best-offer/6295</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/is-that-your-best-offer/6295</guid><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>MARKET COMMENT</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6294/cTQgJlnuHh995VqhqG12JT6ileWF1WE1-1653475918.jpg</image><description>A record of almost half of all house sales in England and Wales fell through before completion in the final quarter of 2018 according to YourMoveNow a property company which has monitored fall throughs for many years.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/market-comment/6294</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/market-comment/6294</guid><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Introducing Jess Walker Our Administrative Office Manager</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6293/9r1qeIxg8kvTDxBKotBbraYfFxONWxgG-1653475914.jpg</image><description>Jess is absolutely fundamental to the smooth operation of every aspect of our Iles Jenkin office.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/introducing-jess-walker-our-administrative-office-manager/6293</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/introducing-jess-walker-our-administrative-office-manager/6293</guid><pubDate>Sat, 12 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>The Amazing Iles Jenkin Team</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6292/6sMYJEu17DHx5ToK9o1FpyiGWSXjYi0D-1653475911.jpg</image><description>Every Wednesday morning the team at Iles Jenkin have an hour training.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/the-amazing-iles-jenkin-team/6292</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/the-amazing-iles-jenkin-team/6292</guid><pubDate>Thu, 10 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>SEVEN EASY WAYS FOR LANDLORDS TO SAVE MONEY</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6291/6AUAAAKj3kndTOPaDVeIJI5fV8gOf3D8-1653475909.jpg</image><description>Everyone likes to get value for money and in the list below we show landlords eight ways to make money go further.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/seven-easy-ways-for-landlords-to-save-money/6291</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/seven-easy-ways-for-landlords-to-save-money/6291</guid><pubDate>Wed, 09 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Joe James</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6290/hebvNoYl44bgAuc7X5KVJNVgrtJJrAn1-1653475906.jpg</image><description>We would like to introduce Joe James to our team as our Sales Manager Joe has been an Estate Agent for almost 6 years now joining the industry with a local independent agency as a junior Sales Negotiator.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/joe-james/6290</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/joe-james/6290</guid><pubDate>Fri, 04 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>New Year New You New Home</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6289/trSDIAs6rsI4GGsvC316J0hovN0LYf52-1653475904.jpg</image><description>May we at Iles Jenkin be the first to wish you a Happy New Year!</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/new-yearnew-younew-home/6289</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/new-yearnew-younew-home/6289</guid><pubDate>Wed, 02 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Not all agents are the same</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6288/7j1Gb2D7WeaJXNJwNQABgiFJkNAkFdmV-1653475902.jpg</image><description>Pictured is a property on Locking Road.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/not-all-agents-are-the-same/6288</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/not-all-agents-are-the-same/6288</guid><pubDate>Thu, 13 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>High Street estate agents versus Online estate agents</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6287/SNk0aLqH5bxi0iWH3UjubwtNfeBngEiP-1653475900.gif</image><description>Why you should think twice before paying estate agents fees 'up front'.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/high-street-estate-agents-versus-online-estate-agents/6287</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/high-street-estate-agents-versus-online-estate-agents/6287</guid><pubDate>Tue, 11 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do you know how much SERVICE your Letting Agent is giving you for their MANAGED FEE</title><image></image><description>For example if your tenant reports a fault will they visit the property themselves and troubleshoot the problem for you in case it's user error or a simple fix they can do on your behalf or will they simply instruct a plumber and incur a call out charge that you will have to pay for regardless of how big or small the problem is?</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/do-you-know-how-much-service-your-letting-agent-is-giving-you-for-their-managed-fee/6286</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/do-you-know-how-much-service-your-letting-agent-is-giving-you-for-their-managed-fee/6286</guid><pubDate>Wed, 05 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Oh Christmas Tree Oh Christmas Tree</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6285/AFYpogCEJda6s7izCPSKJzZW9FqAE8WP-1653475897.jpg</image><description>Traditionally Roman Catholics put up their tree and decorations on Christmas Eve but with the festive spirit kicking in that bit earlier every year when to put up your Christmas decorations has become a hazy question.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/oh-christmas-tree-oh-christmas-tree/6285</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/oh-christmas-tree-oh-christmas-tree/6285</guid><pubDate>Sun, 02 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Landlords take the Iles and Jenkin and challenge</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6284/ttLiKlvIQuxuLRach2Gm8nNdi2nofVsA-1653475895.png</image><description>We can help you make more money.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/landlords-take-the-iles-and-jenkin-and-challenge/6284</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/landlords-take-the-iles-and-jenkin-and-challenge/6284</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Nov 2018 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>SHOULD I EXIT BEFORE BREXIT</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6282/5S7NNtVEDYKuIaEmTZKg9jicVprqpAxa-1653475891.jpg</image><description>Why there's no time like the present to make that move.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/should-i-exit-before-brexit/6282</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/should-i-exit-before-brexit/6282</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Nov 2018 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are you happy with your present Letting Agent</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6281/H3EjJF1PySsgto3uGHmjhYbOg44UIUn5-1653475889.jpg</image><description>On a scale of 1 10 how would you score them.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/are-you-happy-with-your-present-letting-agent/6281</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/are-you-happy-with-your-present-letting-agent/6281</guid><pubDate>Tue, 13 Nov 2018 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Chain reaction take the stress out of buying and selling</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6280/WK6zacUXcHhYZTFlB09wOr3mNChNZaXU-1653475885.jpg</image><description>He is there to keep on top of things I was recently asked what was the biggest property chain I've found myself working in?</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/chain-reaction-take-the-stress-out-of-buying-and-selling/6280</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/chain-reaction-take-the-stress-out-of-buying-and-selling/6280</guid><pubDate>Tue, 06 Nov 2018 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Make your little ones part of the big move</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6279/deuREgE4KvqOjfJDbXekezWH5UzsKDOc-1653475883.jpg</image><description>See the move as an exciting adventure When you are moving home there's lots to consider.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/make-your-little-ones-part-of-the-big-move/6279</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/make-your-little-ones-part-of-the-big-move/6279</guid><pubDate>Tue, 30 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are you thinking it s TIME for a change</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6278/uU0KgnQcBLBIYmGdD3cmHRHyiHJQLpWP-1653475881.jpg</image><description>The clocks will go back at the weekend.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/are-you-thinking-its-time-for-a-change/6278</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/are-you-thinking-its-time-for-a-change/6278</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>A recipe for success smarten up your kitchen</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6277/SmflgjIKrux8Jr6riM41YqAVfKHmgEgD-1653475879.jpg</image><description>Be more Gordon or Nigella!</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/a-recipe-for-success-smarten-up-your-kitchen/6277</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/a-recipe-for-success-smarten-up-your-kitchen/6277</guid><pubDate>Tue, 23 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>It was like a pig sty</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6276/BtxVslbkZMcwgeBVBBE5LUWiIPK2H9lS-1653475878.jpg</image><description>No viewer wants to navigate their way through an obstacle course!</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/it-was-like-a-pig-sty/6276</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/it-was-like-a-pig-sty/6276</guid><pubDate>Tue, 16 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Did you know we are probably the best value Letting Agent in the Weston area</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6275/rIhu0MLQUoGV0OS68AX1OjvTS7thgSTI-1653475876.png</image><description>Here at Iles and Jenkin we have been letting and managing properties for many years.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/did-you-know-we-are-probably-the-best-value-letting-agent-in-the-weston-area/6275</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/did-you-know-we-are-probably-the-best-value-letting-agent-in-the-weston-area/6275</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How Available is Your Estate Agent</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6274/kUOpjgu3wEarhiIMlWY60PXBh9K0NJfo-1653475874.jpg</image><description>One thing the team here at Iles and Jenkin has in common is that we've all bought and sold homes in the past.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/how-available-is-your-estate-agent/6274</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/how-available-is-your-estate-agent/6274</guid><pubDate>Tue, 02 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Choose a legal Eagle not a Turkey</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6273/LiMGndkofgVKHNa6WI84qMtyqNHi6Xay-1653475873.png</image><description>Be clear on what you are going to pay.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/choose-a-legal-eagle-not-a-turkey/6273</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/choose-a-legal-eagle-not-a-turkey/6273</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How to choose the right agent to sell your home</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6272/eo42F4f929x6nTLtEB6ILUlBvYRUPdJP-1653475871.png</image><description>How to chose the right agent for you.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-agent-to-sell-your-home/6272</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-agent-to-sell-your-home/6272</guid><pubDate>Fri, 07 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Bank of England raise Interest Rate for only Second Time in a Decade</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6271/TFt6Ej0e18aAEkpZWnyxu7UdCAzPNqKv-1653475868.jpg</image><description>What does this mean to the average person and how will it affect the housing market?</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/bank-of-england-raise-interest-rate-for-only-second-time-in-a-decade/6271</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/bank-of-england-raise-interest-rate-for-only-second-time-in-a-decade/6271</guid><pubDate>Thu, 02 Aug 2018 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>New Website</title><image>https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/154/6270/deCYo0DH0u8AbifHukPVVpYSRl7zQinS-1653475866.png</image><description>Welcome to iles jenkin's new website Coming soon.</description><link>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/new-website/6270</link><guid>https://ilesandjenkin.com/blog/new-website/6270</guid><pubDate>Wed, 28 Feb 2018 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item></channel></rss>