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Welcome to the JNP blog. Here we share property news, and informative articles as well as the latest community news from our branches.

Renters' Rights Bill: a compliance guide for landlords
January 27th 2025
With the Renters' Rights Bill anticipated to become law by autumn 2025, we explore practical steps to help landlords navigate the upcoming changes, meet compliance obligations, and manage their rental businesses effectively under the new regulations.
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How to make your rental properties more competitive in 2025
January 27th 2025
With high tenant demand and limited supply in the UK rental market, landlords can gain an edge by offering in-demand features like parking, pet-friendly policies, and energy efficiency to boost rental yield. Find out how to make your property stand out in 2025.
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A basket of blankets and an armchair sat in front of a log fire
November 27th 2024
With the property market set to pick up in January and Stamp Duty changes ahead, now is the time to get your home ready to stand out to eager buyers. Here are our top tips for selling this winter.
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November 27th 2024
If you’ve decided 2025 is going to be the year you move to a new home, getting your property on the market before Boxing Day will give you the best chance of getting a buyer in place quickly – but with Christmas coming you’ll need to act fast.
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A hand holding a key and house-shaped keyring
October 31st 2024
We review the highlights of the Chancellor's 2024 autumn statement and what it means for the future of the UK property market. 
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Decluttering home for an autumn home listing
October 28th 2024
In this blog post, we’ll explore effective strategies for achieving a neutral, uncluttered environment to successfully list your home and allow buyers to imagine themselves in it.
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Understanding lettings valuations
October 17th 2024
In this blog, we look at what a lettings valuation is, what factors we consider during a valuation assessment, and how we help you maximise your property’s potential.
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5 key benefits of property inspections
October 7th 2024
In this blog, we'll explore five key reasons why mid-tenancy property inspections are essential and beneficial for both landlords and tenants. 
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AIG Renters' Rights Bill response
October 2nd 2024
Hear our thoughts as a group on the Renters' Rights Bill proposal from Intercounty Managing Director, Adam Latimer.
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What is conveyancing and when do I need it?
September 26th 2024
If you are planning on buying or selling property for the first time, you may have come across the term ‘conveyancing’. In this blog post, we cover what conveyancing means, when it is needed, and why it pays to be proactive about it.
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Private school VAT and the housing market
September 3rd 2024
In this blog post, we will break down what the VAT plan is exactly and when it will be implemented, and also how it might affect the housing market.
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Autumn Housing Market
September 3rd 2024
To examine this in more detail, we will delve into the change in mortgage rates recently, how house prices have altered and what the housing market looks like going forwards.
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