Summer is always a busy season here at Howkins & Harrison as people get their houses on the market and set their rural and commercial business plans in motion.
Our rural team have been hosting a variety of auctions, with lots more to come in the next few months. We have also recently launched a very exciting new rural property onto the market – Noborough Lodge Farm, which you can read more about in our Featured Property section below.
Summer is also the season for agricultural shows. We had a fantastic time at Kenilworth Show last month and we’re looking forward to Ashby Show on Sunday 15th July. If you are attending, do come and join us for a drink and a chat at our stand.
In addition, we were delighted to welcome a new member to our Planning team this month – Rhys Bradshaw. Rhys has 14 years experience in the public sector and has dealt with a range of developments from residential extensions through to major residential and commercial schemes. For the last five years, Rhys has managed the Development Management team at East Northamptonshire Council, working on the Rushden Lakes retail development and Tresham Garden Village. He will be undertaking a variety of work as part of our Planning team.
Our Residential team has been no less busy, with the sunny weather providing the ideal conditions for house viewings. As always, we are proud to be marketing some stunning properties, including the new Grange Gardens development in Cawston. Several of the houses at Grange Gardens are now available to buy, including the show home. The development is open every weekend, and weekday viewings can be arranged by appointment. We’re also happy to announce that all the houses at Grange Gardens are available with the government’s Help to Buy scheme, which you can read more about here.
Our Lettings team is working hard to support our landlords with everything from legislative changes to finding high-quality tenants. This is a particularly busy time of year with lots of people moving in and out of rented accommodation.
Last but not least, our Commercial team have some great opportunities available, which you can view on our website. Like our residential lettings team, our commercial experts are available to advise landlords on a variety of matters, which you can read more about in our article below.
Howkins & Harrison
EPC for Commercial Landlords
Earlier this year, new EPC regulations came into force for all landlords. However, many non-domestic landlords remain unaware of these new regulations and the consequence that non-compliance carries.
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Forthcoming Auctions
We have lots of auctions coming up in the next few months, including complete farm dispersals, property and land auctions and fodder and crop sales. See the full list on our website.
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Featured Property: Norborough
This 370 acre residential, pasture and arable farm presents an exciting opportunity, with a strategic location and a range of barns for possible conversion.
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How we support farming partnerships
One of our senior managers, chartered surveyor Jennifer Whitton, explores how getting the right advice and support can mean the difference between a thriving farming partnership and the disbanding of a business.
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Anyone for strawberries?
With strawberries and cream having their annual moment in the limelight, we celebrate the farmers who produce the ingredients for this iconic British dessert.
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House hunting with kids in tow?
If you're going to be house hunting with your little ones in tow this summer, make sure you read our guide on how to keep them happy during viewings.
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