A Music Festival at your Doorstep
A mini 'Glastonbury' is taking place this summer near Liverpool. A simple festival that's "just all about the music". Each year, scousers anxiously await ticket and line up announcements for Glastonbury, but this year many were disappointed with the big reveal. For those who didn’t quite manage to snag a ticket to the big
House sharing tips
House sharing in Liverpool or anywhere else is not always easy, but it is important you make it work along with your roommates, so all of you can share its benefits equally. This means, there are some do's and don'ts associated with it that applies for you as well as for your roommates. Before
House share in Liverpool – A growing trend
House share in Liverpool is a growing trend because more college goers and young professionals find it a cost-effective way to see through their college days and initial years of work. If you're wondering why HMO in Liverpool is catching on in a big way, here are some reasons. Cost of living One of
Essential rules for a house share
House share in Liverpool, or any other city for that matter can be a fun experience, provided you and your room mates stick to some rules. These rules will give you a sense of privacy and at the same time, will help all of you to have a lot of fun. Below are some
Pros and Cons of house share
There are many college students who prefer to live in a house share because it is safe and can greatly enhance your social network and living experience. On the other hand, there are a few students who feel intimidated by the idea of living with strangers and prefer to live by themselves. Which of
Keeping the Peace in your HMO
Whether you’re starting university or a new job, if you find yourself living in an HMO there are some ways to keep the peace and be able to enjoy your new home and your flatmates. This is especially important if it’s the first time living with people who aren’t your family. Choosing flatmates who
Finding the perfect home rental for students and professionals
Are you a college student or a young professional looking to find the perfect home rental? Here are some tips to get you started. Start early As a college student or young professional, your first option is to find a place that's close to your college/workplace respectively, so you can avoid commute time. But
Benefits of living in a shared accommodation
Living in a shared accommodation is not for everyone. Many people get intimidated by the idea of living with strangers, but then there are many benefits that come with living in a shared accommodation. Let's look at some of these benefits. Larger social network One of the biggest advantages of living in a house
Getting to Know Liverpool
Yes, Liverpool is known as the birthplace of The Beatles. They began in Liverpool and wrote about some areas such as Penny Lane and Strawberry Fields, which you can visit and explore while playing the songs so rich in things Liverpool. The Beatles aren’t its only claim to fame. Liverpool is rich in history
Tips on Being a Good Flatmate
Living with someone, in close quarters, who you don’t know can be a challenging situation and a source of anxiety, at first, but it can also be a great experience. The person or people who you’ll be living with during your university years can also become your best friend. Communication is probably the most
Article 4 in Liverpool: NEW INFORMATION
New Article 4 information announced for Liverpool New plans have been revealed regarding the upcoming implementation of Article 4 in the Liverpool area. Not sure what article 4 is? Read our FAQ here to find out more. Article 4 is the council's effort to reduce the number of HMO (Houses of Multiple Occupancy)
Masterplan for Regeneration Scheme in Liverpool
Liverpool is growing and the ‘regeneration scheme’, as it is being called, is leading the way. The Knowledge Quarter is the flagship regeneration scheme but there is much more happening. Investment and development in science and technology buildings are also playing a large part, as is the new cruise ship facility. It’s exciting times
Tips to Get Along with Your Flatmates
Tips to Get Along with Your Flatmates So, like many others in Liverpool, you’ve decided to share a flat with others. Whether you are a professional or a student, sharing a house or flat with others whom you don’t know can be a challenge, but it can also be amazing. In Liverpool, you’re
Advantages of Using a Letting Agency
Advantages of Using a Letting Agency Why use a letting agency, you may ask. Well, there are many advantages for landlords and tenants alike to use a letting agency. After all, they both want, basically, the same thing – a good landlord or tenant, hassle-free maintenance of the property and a way of
Happy Global Scouse Day
Happy Global Scouse Day! One of the many happenings in Liverpool throughout the year is Global Scouse Day. Every year on February 28th there is a celebration of “all things Liverpool”, celebrated around the meat or veggie stew called Scouse. It has turned into a week-long event so if you missed it this
Tenant’s Rights and the Advantage of Using a Letting Agency
Tenant's Rights and the Advantage of Using a Letting Agency The landscape for renting can be a bumpy one, indeed. If you’re lucky, you’ll find a place that has a decent landlord who respects your rights and maintains the property. On the other hand, If you’re not so lucky, you could find yourself
Investing in Liverpool is Your Best Bet
Investing in Liverpool is Your Best Bet If you’re looking to invest in property to let, Liverpool is where you should be looking. New research has found that Liverpool is the UK’s number one hotspot for buying to let, with rental yields at 8% with mortgage costs taken into account. The costs of
Flat-Sharing Impact on the Housing Market is Great for Investors
Flat-Sharing Impact on the Housing Market is Great for Investors Are you thinking about purchasing a home to let? Have you considered converting the property into a house of multiple occupants (HMO)? HMO’s are not just for students any longer. Research is showing that many people are renting with flatmates to help bring
Tenth Anniversary of Liverpool’s reign as European Capital of Culture
It’s been 10 years since Liverpool as designated as the European Capital of Culture and it’s celebrating this anniversary with impressive events throughout 2018. The European Capital of Culture is a city designated by the EU for a period of one calendar year during which it organises a series of cultural events with a strong
For Rent: Liverpool City Centre
Whether you’re a student, a professional or a family, the centre of Liverpool is not out of reach. The rents are below the national average and well below London’s rates. If you want to be close to the action of the city centre, shop around and see what areas suit your needs. The city of
Christmas in Liverpool
No matter your age, Christmas can be a fun and magical time of year. Whether you’re a newcomer to Liverpool or a born and bred Scouser, there’s plenty to do in Liverpool over the Christmas holidays. A time of lights, magic, cheers, food and friends – there’s never a dull moment in Liverpool. There’s just
Benefits of Using a Letting Agency
Benefits of Using a Letting Agency Most people who invest in a house to let as a house share like the idea of making some income off their investment but do not want to be involved in the day to day management of the property. I can be a full-time job. That’s where a letting
Liverpool’s Chinatown Still Has Life
Liverpool's Chinatown Still Has Life Liverpool’s Chinatown might be thought of to some as a bit of a dead end. Don’t believe it. There is movement afoot to breathe new life into it and you can part of that. It’s been almost twenty years since the famous arch was built, welcoming everyone to Chinatown. While
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Are you tired of the rooms in your HMO being empty for months on end? Let your rooms NOW with Now Rooms! Some of the benefits of choosing management with us include: 1. DEDICATED lettings and marketing manager to help you show off your property to potential tenants 2. ROUND THE CLOCK maintenance support with
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Hilbre Island and So Much More in Liverpool
Oh, the sights that you can see in Liverpool are plentiful and interesting. The shops and bars are great for window shopping or finding treasures you didn´t know you wanted and for relaxing with a beverage after a great meal. But there´s so much more in Liverpool that needs exploring. The Hilbre Islands are an
What Sharing is All About
Sharing private rental space with others is something that needs to be done with eyes wide open. Knowing how your tenancy is organized is very important in regards to the tenancy agreement, rent payment and obligations, vacating and the desire for the other occupant to vacate. When living with a stranger, or even a friend,
Is Kensington now saturated with HMOs?
Four years ago a group of people living in Kensington formed the Kensington Residents Association. They are all long-time residents of Kensington and are fed up with what has happened to their neighbourhood. You won’t find a name or a picture of anyone in the group. They are all too frightened to go public. The
Tower Triplets in Liverpool?
Three Mega towers could be on their way to Liverpool as a £250 million scheme is in development. Plans have recently been released for 3 different 34 storey towers to be built side by side in the city centre, which will hold 63 3 bedroom apartments; 457 two bedroom apartments; 163 one bedroom apartments and
Liverpool is “learning lessons” about student accommodation
Liverpool has done its homework on student accommodation and are planning applications in the hope of building purpose built accommodation for students inside of the city centre. With a total population of over 50000 students playing a massive role in the economy of Liverpool, Making sure quality and sustainability is a priority is key for
New National Minimum Bedroom sizes in Houses of Multiple Occupation Proposed by Government
The government is proposing a national minimum bedroom size and a re-defining of what constitutes a House in Multiple Occupation in the latest example of increased regulation over the private rental sector in England. Single bedrooms in HMOs would have to be a minimum of 6.5 square metres - roughly 70 square feet - and
Is the Smithdown Road Student Community coming to an End?
The growing number of city centre developments could “destroy” the student community off Smithdown Road if action is not taken, landlords fear. Tens of thousands of students have made Wavertree their home over the years, cementing institutions from the Brookhouse to Dafna’s Cheesecake Factory into graduate folklore. But as developers and Liverpool’s universities pour money
Court Judgement Could Impact the Government’s legislation for Right to Rent
A landmark court judgement may have a significant impact on the Government’s Right to Rent legislation. Airline Ryanair won a civil court case after appealing against fines imposed by the Home Office for carrying illegal immigrants into the UK. Significantly, the judge who found in favour of the airline said its staff could not be