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Welcome to the JNP blog. Here we share property news, and informative articles as well as the latest community news from our branches.

Couple discussing finances with a broker
October 3rd 2022
You may have seen a number of headlines over the past week around mortgages and interest rates, designed to get a reaction from readers. But what should you do?
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Two people carrying cardboard boxes
October 1st 2022
Moving to a smaller home can be a great opportunity to free up some equity from your home, live a different lifestyle and to save money.
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foodbankwek
September 20th 2022
Food Bank Week. Let's Eat Together. We are pleased to launch Let’s Eat Together, the first LSL Food Bank Week initiative. We are collecting non-perishable food and toiletries for our local community.
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Someone fixing a carbon monoxide detector onto the ceiling
September 16th 2022
The government has published new guidance for landlords, agents, and tenants on the extended regulations on carbon monoxide and smoke alarms, which will come into force on 1st October 2022 in England.
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stamp duty
September 15th 2022
The chancellor has unveiled in this morning’s mini-budget that there will be a permanent cut to stamp duty taking effect immediately, as of Friday 23rd September 2022.  The cut is set to save home buyers thousands, with the aim to help encourage economic growth by allowing more people to move property and get more first-time buyers on the housing ladder.
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should you sell your house in the summer
August 8th 2022
Longer days, lighter nights, and blue skies. Summer is a great time to put your home on the market, showing it off at its best! Here are our top 5 reasons why you should sell in the summer.
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Garden
August 8th 2022
Gardens are at the top of many home buyers’ wish lists, especially after the restrictions imposed by the pandemic which made many of us realise the value of outdoor space, no matter how small
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Online vs Local
August 3rd 2022
Wondering what's the best way to sell your property and confused about the difference between traditional local estate agents and online agents? Find out more with our helpful summary
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Moving house in 2022
July 21st 2022
Are you wanting to move home in time for the new year? If so, you'll need to be looking at making an offer on a property in the next few weeks.   
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Detached House Kerb Appeal with garden
July 13th 2022
Kerb appeal is the first and last thing a perspective buyer or tenant will see when viewing your property, so it’s vital to make a great first impression. After all, the exterior of your home is an advert for what is inside and improving the external appearance will not only leave a good long-lasting impression but may also significantly increase the value of your home.
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Plate of hot cross buns of a table
April 19th 2022
Fantastic weather and turn out for the Easter Service in Market Square. 
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Right to rent online checking service
March 2nd 2022
Changes from 6 April 2022 will impact how letting agents and landlords in England conduct Right to Rent checks.
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