BANG THE DRUM
Welcome to S
ummer’s lease hath all too short a date – very true in this office – and true also for those in the property market who were hoping for a ‘late spring’ upturn. While some agents are upbeat and business is good, many are still struggling and the hideous rioting in so many towns has brought another wave of uncertainty.
But the British aren’t cowed for long and the property agencies hit by the rioters have all
reopened – or never actually closed – in spite of losing computers and equipment and having windows and displays wrecked. Congratulations to all of you who refused to let the thugs get the better of you; let’s hope that potential buyers and tenants won’t let a few people spoil their plans to live in those areas. In this issue we have plenty of news and advice on all manner of subjects within the property
Congratulations to all the agents who, although affected by the riots, carried on their business!’
world. Planning changes are a hot topic and we have an address from Decentralisation Minister Greg Clark and a feature on obtaining change of use for commercial premises to create homes. We’re also working hard to prepare for the PROPERTYdrum National Conference on 27 September, if you haven’t booked your place yet, do so now! This is an event for EVERYONE involved in property, with fascinating sessions delivered by top speakers who can really make a difference to your business success. All the details are in this issue. And finally, take a look at our new
supplement on New Build Homes; the one
area of the residential world that is actually seeing some action. Specialist journalists have been recruited to bring news and features that may convince you to look at developing a New Homes division of your agency.
Any comment on this issue? Email me today:
sheila@propertydrum.com
Sheila Manchester
Highly Commended Property Trade Magazine of the Year
PROPERTYdrum SEPTEMBER 2011 3
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