Arnolds Keys Blog
Insights and updates on the property market. Featuring opinion pieces and brand news across residential, commercial and agricultural sectors.
LIVING ABOVE THE SHOP: THE APPEAL OF MIXED USE PROPERTY INVESTMENTS
20 August 2025
Not so long ago, ‘living above the shop’ was a common situation for many business owners, writes Harry Downing. Read more >
THE 1,000 DAY TENANCY – AND WHY IT’S GOOD NEWS FOR LANDLORDS
15 August 2025
Anyone who thinks that the residential lettings market is characterised by a highly transient population of tenants moving on every few months may be surprised to learn that that the... Read more >
FIRST-TIME BUYERS STEPPING IN TO REPLACE SECOND-HOMERS
8 August 2025
They say it’s an ill wind which blows nobody any good, and the slowdown in the second homes market brought about by the increase in council tax on such properties... Read more >
AT LAST, A LITTLE GOOD NEWS
19 July 2025
Much like the rest of the country, farmers awaited Rachel Reeves’ spending review with apprehension, but it was after the event that the big news came, and for once it... Read more >
WE MUST THINK REGIONALLY TO MAXIMISE OUR OPPORTUNITIES
16 July 2025
Opportunity East, a new investment prospectus for the East of England, has just been published – and it’s a timely reminder of how well placed our region is to take... Read more >
THE GROWING IMPORTANCE OF GUARANTORS IN THE LETTINGS MARKET
11 July 2025
One change in the lettings market which is likely to be ushered in by the forthcoming Renters’ Right Bill is the rising importance of guarantors, writes Phil Cooper. Read more >
BUYERS WANT TO BE VILLAGE PEOPLE
4 July 2025
It might be summer in the city, but just recently we have noticed a definite trend with growing demand for homes in villages – with buyers seeking extra space, peace... Read more >
WATERCOLOUR OF LANDMARK NORWICH RESTAURANT CARRIES OFF PRESTIGIOUS SPONSOR’S CHOICE AWARD AT ROYAL NORFOLK SHOW ART EXHIBITION
3 July 2025
A watercolour painting of a landmark Norwich restaurant has carried off the prestigious Sponsor’s Choice Award at the Royal Norfolk Show Art Exhibition this year. Read more >