Residential Landlords’ Health and Safety Responsibilities – a Handy Guide

Residential Landlords’ Health and Safety Responsibilities – a Handy Guide

The need for landlords to be fully aware of their various health and safety responsibilities has never been greater. In recent months and years, a huge amount of legislation has been passed with the aim of protecting tenants – and landlords – from prosecution. Maunder Taylor specialise in residential property management in Totteridge, Whetstone, and […]

Three Key Property Pointers from the Budget

Key Property Announcements in the Budget

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak has announced a series of property-related measures in his latest Budget which could affect homebuyers (and sellers), landlords, tenants and property investors. Independent estate agents Maunder Taylor, who are based in Totteridge, take a keen interest in all aspects of the property market. Here we look at all of […]

Key Advantages of Using an Independent, Local Estate Agent

Key Advantages of Using an Independent, Local Estate Agent

The property market has undergone something of a revolution in recent years. Not only have some of the larger chains grown, but the traditional small High Street agent has been facing additional competition from online-only outfits. Maunder Taylor are independent estate agents who operate in Potters Bar, Totteridge, Whetstone and the surrounding area. Here we […]

Why You Need to Get Your Property’s Reinstatement Value Right

Why You Need to Get Your Property’s Reinstatement Value Right

Many people confuse buildings insurance with their property’s reinstatement value – which means they could be left badly out of pocket if their home or business is destroyed by fire or flooding. Here Maunder Taylor, house valuation surveyors in Potters Bar, explain the differences between the two, and how we offer insurance and valuation as […]

New Code of Practice for Residential Block Managers

Residential block managers could soon be subject to a new code of practice in a move which is designed to root out rogue operators and improve professionalism across the sector. The Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RCIS) and the Property Ombudsman have launched a joint consultation into the proposed code and are looking for comments […]

The History of Watford and Cheshunt

The History of Watford and Cheshunt

Maunder Taylor, whose principal estate agency is based in Totteridge, are now looking to provide a range of property services, including residential block management, in neighbouring areas of North London and Hertfordshire. Here we look at the history and development of Watford and Cheshunt. Watford – its History… Watford may have come from the Old […]

Lease Renewals

Key Factors in Dealing with Defective Leases

In the UK, large volumes of homes are being built and sold on a leasehold basis due to the limited space available for new developments. This could become an even bigger problem as the Government looks to relax the planning rules in a bid to boost the house-building sector of the economy. However, this can […]

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Key Factors Affecting the Price of Commercial Property Insurance

If you are a commercial property owner or landlord, one of the key areas you will have to consider is your insurance. If you are over-insured, then you’re probably paying too much for your premium, and if you don’t have enough cover, then chances are that any settlement won’t cover the cost of reinstatement. Here […]

The History of Barnet, Brookmans Park and Hatfield

The History of Barnet, Brookmans Park and Hatfield

Totteridge estate agents Maunder Taylor are now extending their interests into some of the area’s neighbouring towns and villages – namely Barnet, Brookmans Park and Hatfield. Here we look at the history and development of these three places. Barnet The north London borough of Barnet, which was created in 1965 from parts of Middlesex and […]

Three Key Property Pointers from the Budget

Three Key Property Pointers from the Budget

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak, pictured, has announced a series of measures which are aimed at boosting the property market across the UK. Here Maunder Taylor, who as part of their services run an estate agency for both residential and commercial properties in Totteridge, Whetstone and the surrounding area, outline some of the key […]