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We offer thoughts, tips, observations and advice on buying, selling as well as discussing what is happening in the town’s property market itself, to looking at specific streets or housing estates. At other times, we will post what we consider decent buy to let deals. The deals will be on the market in Walton on Thames and surrounding areas. I like to look at the whole of market and give you, what I consider the best investment opportunities.
Market Update
Fitness for Human Habitation Act
The Fitness for Human Habitation Bill has passed through Parliament, receiving Royal Assent on December 20th 2018. The Bill is now an act of Parliament, making it law. The Bill will come into force on March 20th 2019.
Property Deals
How do I know if my house is haunted?
Halloween is known for its eerie tales, creepy ghouls and mysterious occurrences. We have put together a collection of spooky stories, inexplicable sightings and things to look out for. Here is a tongue in cheek look at how you'll know if your house is haunted. 1. The...
Landlord Information
Why Walton On Thames Landlords Should Never Skip Doing an Inventory
A thorough inventory can save a landlord time and money and prevent messy end-of-tenancy disputes. So why do so many landlords rush this essential stage – or skip it altogether? In this quick read, we look at why an inventory is important and what you need to include...
Selling Information
Want to Be in Your New Home by Christmas? Now’s the Time to Act
It’s months away and probably the last thing on your mind right now, but we need to talk about Christmas. We know it’s annoying when people jump on the festive bandwagon and drag out the tinsel and baubles early. But there is a logical reason as to why we’re raising...
Buying Information
Busting Landlord Myths in Walton On Thames
Many people think that being a landlord is easy. Rent out a property, move some people in, sit back and rake in the cash… if only it was that simple. Any experienced landlord knows that owning rental property is hard, and it can be a 24/7 job in the event of any...
Tenant Information
Fitness for Human Habitation Act
The Fitness for Human Habitation Bill has passed through Parliament, receiving Royal Assent on December 20th 2018. The Bill is now an act of Parliament, making it law. The Bill will come into force on March 20th 2019.
Rochills News
Is Your Walton On Thames Home A DIY Disaster? Get Help Here
If you’ve got wonky shelves or pictures that you keep meaning to put up but haven’t got around to doing, are your DIY skills holding you back? Can’t tell a drill bit from a screwdriver head? We feel your pain. Knowing how to do basic DIY is a huge help, especially if...
Charity Work
Event: Dragon Boat Race
Over the last few years the Rochills team have taken part in The Kingston Rotary Dragon Boat race. The staff completed and manged to record the fastest time to date as well as coming third overall. The event helped raise funds for Teenage Cancer.
Event Sponsorship
Event: Hersham Beer Festival
One of the biggest events in the Hersham calendar is the Hersham Beer Festival. This is a fund raising event supporting Hersham Troop B Scouts Group organised and run by volunteers. Rochills are delighted to have been apart of the sponsorship team.
Rochills E-Zine
Market Research
March 2018 – Lettings Report
Tenant demand across much of the country edged upwards in the three months to January, while landlord instructions fell back according to the latest survey from the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors. Agents are moderately
Rochills In The Community
Sponsorship: Elmbridge (West) Citizens Advice.
We’re proud to be sponsoring the Elmbridge Citizens Advice, a local charity providing free, independent, confidential and impartial advice to anyone who lives, works or studies in Walton-on-Thames, Webridge and Hersham.
We have been very pleased with the efficiency and professional attitude at Rochills. Craig has helped us first time buyers through the whole process. The whole team was always polite and helpful. Really felt Rochills were on our side. Made the whole process relatively stress free. Thank you so much. Very Happy!!
Many thanks for all your efforts on this rather marathon transaction. You have been a great help and have truly deserved to earn this one. Expensive for me but well deserved by you… Grateful for your help on this one.
Apart from our mortgage lender, everything else has gone fantastically smoothly with very little stress! Thanks to Laura and Craig at Rochills for their help and support through the process.
Great experience and very helpful in chasing the solicitors. Thanks to Craig and the team.
