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Published on 12th June 2024
What does a general election mean for your sale? We explore the political impact on the UK housing market
The announcement of an upcoming UK general election has caught many by surprise.
On 4th July 2024, the British public will take to the polling stations to vote for their political party of choice. For some industries, general elections can bring a sense of uncertainty. Will the housing market be impacted by the news?
As Zoopla reports, the election announcement is likely to stall the pace at which new sales are being agreed to in the coming weeks.
Most buyers who are close to completing on a house will ideally want to push through and agree a sale now. Those who are earlier in the process may look to delay decisions until the autumn after the election is over.
Is this simply a short-term concern or are the effects wider reaching? Read on to find out more.
Showcasing our services: Another successful event for Gateway in Leeds!
We had the exciting opportunity to exhibit at the latest UK Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum (UKREIIF) at the Royal Armouries Dock in Leeds.
Spanning 3 days, it was a pleasure to promote our wide range of property services to prospective new clients and customers.
We were delighted to take part in an event that has such a diverse range of property-related businesses and people under one roof.
We wowed attendees with the scope of our in-house offering, including:
Commercial & Residential Management
Block Management
Sales & Lettings
Facilities Management
Insurance Brokers
Financial Advisors
Solicitors
Surveyors
Company Services
Energy Management
For more information on our services, make sure you visit our website – gatewayplc.co.uk, or call us – 01702 443 555.
Looking for a new role in property? We have some fantastic career opportunities available
As Gateway continues to grow, we are expanding in all areas of our business, opening up incredible job opportunities for the right people along the way.
Whether you are a qualified Chartered Surveyor that’s ready for a new challenge, a cleaner/gardener with the skillset to take care of prestigious developments, or you are new to the industry and looking for your first administrative role, look no further than a fulfilling career with Gateway!
More new business won by Gateway! Follow us on Instagram for all the details
Social media is our first port of call for news, announcements, offers and more.
Our followers were the first to know that Gateway has won business in all corners of the country in recent weeks, including a 380-home development in York, a luxury apartment block in the Victorian spa town of Harrogate, and an idyllic new community of contemporary homes in Buckinghamshire!
The importance of communal Health & Safety Expert insight on the new Fire Safety Act
Find out everything you need to know about health & safety in shared communal spaces.
In recent years, legislation for health & safety in apartment blocks and housing developments has tightened. Just last year, the Fire Safety Act 2021 and Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 were introduced as an important step towards implementing the recommendations of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 1 report.
With that in mind, we sat down with Michael Dray Tech IOSH / TMIFPO, who leads our surveying and project management team, Associated Surveying. Each year, Michael and the Team visit every property under our care, conducting regular site inspections, comprehensive Health & Safety Fire Risk Assessments, and overseeing major works.
Who better then to provide expert insight on the new Fire Safety Act and what it means for residents, as well as his take on common, preventable issues normally found in communal areas.