Monthly Archives: March 2011

Why many landlords and letting agents break the rules on EPCs

It is not uncommon for landlords and agents not to provide tenants with an EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) for a property. The reasons for this might be a combination of the following factors: Landlords and agents see EPCs as another … Continue reading

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The Jungle Property Above & Beyond Story Book is born

Another day and another great idea. Creating ‘above and beyond’ experiences for our clients is part of our culture. While out on my morning run, I was thinking ‘Wouldn’t it be good to document all those ‘above and beyond’ customer … Continue reading

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A book list for studying happiness

In an earlier post I expressed my interest in studying happiness or as it is sometimes known, positive psychology. As a starter I have identified the books I would like to read: Stumbling on Happiness by Daniel Gilbert Maslow on … Continue reading

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Boost Productivity and Happiness, And Your Bottom Line Through Education

I am proud to announce that I have today launched the Jungle Property library. I don’t even have any shelves yet, just a pile of books that could double as a doorstop or support for a 3-legged table. The library … Continue reading

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What does Maslow’s hierarchy of needs look like for landlords? Pt II

In the first part of this topic (link) I looked at the physiological or bottom layer of the hierarchy for landlords. Moving up a level to ‘Safety’ – what might this look like for landlords? Safety for the property Safety … Continue reading

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Are you a zero risk business?

I recently picked up an interesting article by John DiJulius that discussed Zero Risk businesses. As a customer, Zero Risk means you have a sense of security knowing that when you deal with a company, if something goes wrong, that … Continue reading

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What does Maslow’s hierarchy of needs look like for landlords?

This is a question that has been festering in my head for some time now. Maslow’s hierarchy of needs has long been a staple part of management courses the world over as managers seek the ultimate carrot stick for employees. … Continue reading

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How many letting agents have been their customers?

I often say to businesses who fail on customer service – try walking in the shoes of your customer, momentarily step outside the four walls of your organisation and morph into a customer. The concept is too mind-blowing for many … Continue reading

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Which properties produce best yields in Mid-Somerset? We know

If you are a buy-to-let landlord you are probably thinking about yields, or at least you should be. Have you ever wondered which properties produce the best yields in Mid-Somerset? We  work closely with buy-to-let landlords to help them make … Continue reading

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