Journal
All the latest news, industry insights and updates from Team AB.
Solid fuel and Rented houses – Who is responsible and what do you need to know?
Within Section 11 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 it states that the landlord is responsible “to keep in repair and proper working order the installations in the dwelling-house for space heating and heating water.” Although the wording isn’t so straight forward, this refers to any heating and hot water installation, such as Agas, […]
Why choose Sedbergh?
Sedbergh offers the rare combination of natural beauty, rich history, and a welcoming community. Whether you’re in search of outdoor adventure, a family-friendly environment, or a peaceful setting to enjoy your retirement, this delightful town in the Yorkshire Dales National Park is a place that offers it all. If you are considering a move, Sedbergh […]
January Open Home Event
We are kicking off 2025 with our open home event! Taking place on the 11th and 12th January. A selection of truly wonderful homes, ranging from cottages to barn conversions, houses to small holdings, will be opening their doors for you to take a look around. Our previous, highly successful Open Home Events have […]
Succession – The Talk Around Every Farmhouse Kitchen Table
Since the Budget announcements of 30th October 2024, I would find it hard to believe that the matter of ‘succession’ has not been raised around almost every farmhouse kitchen table across the nation. If it hasn’t, then it absolutely should be! Succession planning was always a thorny topic for many farming families, however, due to […]
Christmas wishes
A Christmas message from us to you. We love this time of year, so many properties exchange and complete in November and December, making the first Christmas in a new home so very special. In November we saw some phenomenal completions and some lovely families, along with focussed agricultural clients, “move in”. Are we sitting […]
Northwest UK House Price Forecast for 2025
The Northwest property market has shown remarkable resilience over the past few years, even as the UK housing sector has navigated challenges such as rising interest rates, the cost-of-living crisis, and broader economic uncertainty. As we look ahead to 2025, the region’s housing market is expected to demonstrate a steady performance, driven by local factors […]
Landlord Winter Tips
Winter is upon us, and the coming months can be challenging for landlords. Therefore it is essential to be prepared for potential issues and to guide tenants on effective property management. In support of this, we’ve compiled our key tips for maintaining your property this winter. Check in with tenantsAs simple as it sounds, keeping […]
SFI: Integrated Pest Management & Nutrient Management Actions
The Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) offers actions to support integrated pest management (IPM) and nutrient management. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) IPM actions aim to increase knowledge, identify pest management opportunities and enhance crop protection through methods including creating habitats for natural predators and using companion cropping. Below are the IPM actions available: Action code […]
Sustainable Farming Incentive: Grassland Actions
The Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) pays farmers and land managers to take up or maintain sustainable farming and land management practices. There are actions suitable for grassland parcels which may have minimal change in everyday management and get financial support. Examples of the grassland actions are below: Action code Action name Payment Rate / Ha What […]
Minimise damp this winter
As we move into the colder months, we have set out some tips to ensure that you and your property are as well prepared as possible. The climate we live in means moisture often gets trapped in our homes, ensuring proper ventilation and heating will help to avoid this. We are here to help all […]
SFI Actions – Boundaries
Within the Sustainable Farming Incentive 2024, there are a range of different actions available for boundary features. Applications are open all year and you would enter into a three-year agreement where payments are made quarterly. The SFI aims to reward farmers and land managers for implementing environmentally sustainable practices. There are actions available for boundaries […]
Sustainable Farming Incentive: An Overview
The Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) pays farmers and land managers to take up or maintain sustainable farming and land management practices that protect and benefit the environment, support food production and improve productivity. Agreements are for a period of 3 years and payments are made quarterly. The SFI Actions are split into 14 different action categories: Action […]
