After completing his degree in architecture, Finlay was eager to broaden his knowledge of the building and property industry. He chose to pursue a career in surveying, as it offers the ideal balance for learning more about the sector and applying his architectural expertise in a practical way.
Outside of surveying Finlay has a keen interest in football, golf, music, and the outdoors.
The new Labour Government have revealed proposals that will encourage home owners to extend their property upwards by making it much harder for Council's to reject planning permission. Currently, permission can be rejected on account of an additional storey simply being too high or because neighbours do not have additional ... Read More >>
Introduction The Help to Buy scheme was introduced by the Conservative Government in April 2013 as a way of assisting first time buyers getting on the property ladder who could also obtain 5% mortgages. On a purchase, the Government provides a 20% equity loan which was increased to 40% in London due to higher prices, on ... Read More >>
Since the introduction of measures under the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2019, landlords have a clear duty of care to provide accommodation of a habitable standard. If a housing tenant feels that there are failings with the property, which have been reported and not addressed, they can make a claim against the ... Read More >>