The shortage of rental homes in the UK and the rising rents can be attributed to a combination of factors. Here are some of the key factors contributing to this situation:

Lack of Investors: The property market had experienced significant growth in the number of privately rented homes for over a decade due to accessible buy-to-let mortgages and private investors buying properties for renting out. However, recent regulatory changes and economic uncertainty have made potential investors more cautious. This “wait and see” approach leads to fewer new properties being available for rent.

Longer Tenancies: Renters are now staying in their rental properties for more extended periods due to the limited availability of options in the market and the rising rental prices. As a result, the turnover of rental properties has decreased, reducing the number of homes coming onto the market for new renters.

Book Clubs are hugely popular these days from Book Clubs with friends, colleagues and neighbours. Book clubs also feature on the radio with BBC DJ Sara Cox and on television with household names Richard and Judy. Everyone loves a good book. But where do authors take their inspiration from? Often it is their home town and local surroundings that plays a vital part in getting the creative juices flowing.

We are absolutely thrilled to announce that Chiltern Relocation, has proudly achieved a spot in the National Business Women’s Awards Final for Service Excellence! This exhilarating news has definitely lifted our spirits and re-affirmed our commitment to delivering exceptional service to each and every client.

This week (12-18th June) marks Mens Health Week (MHW), a national NHS initiative designed to give all boys and men access to the information, services and treatment they need to live healthier, longer and more fulfilling lives.
Men are often less forthcoming when it comes to their health so this NHS program offers fantastic

Lifestyle website Muddy Stilettos has just released the results for their Best Schools Awards 2023. For those of you who are unfamiliar with Muddy Stilettos it is run by national lifestyle journalist Hero Brown (Independent on Sunday, The Observer, Red, Marie Claire, Elle) who provides her insider’s guide to help readers find the most exciting things to do in their local area and beyond – from eating out and arts and travel, to beauty, fitness, and fashion.

This week marks the 100th anniversary of Bike Week celebrated 5-11th June. The Chilterns is famous for its fantastic cycle routes and cycle culture and many of our clients chose to live here to fuel their cycling passion. This year Bike Week 100 is encouraging more people to cycle to work to support fitter and greener workplaces and lifestyles. Cycling boosts wellbeing and therefore productivity and reduces traffic congestion and lowers carbon emissions.

How to Secure a Rental in a challenging market
Property guru and TV celebrity Phil Spencer, spoke about the problems surrounding the rental market in this weekend’s edition of The Sunday Times. There is increasing pressure on landlords to comply with additional laws and legislation – with more to come if the government succeeds in bringing the Renters Reform Bill into law.

Spring is officially the most popular time to sell your house. With bluebells blooming now is the time to get your property in the best shape possible so that it will attract maximum attention, when you go to market.

Also, if you are thinking of downsizing, getting your property ready now will save you a lot of hassle. This is essential to demonstrate how much space is actually available.