Urban regeneration is a vital process in revitalising neglected areas, breathing new life into communities, and preventing urban blight. Among the many strategies employed to rejuvenate cities, property guardianship has emerged as a unique and increasingly popular approach. By placing responsible guardians in vacant properties, Blue Door Property Guardianship not only secures these buildings but also contributes significantly to the regeneration of urban areas.
Blue Door Property guardianship offers a unique and affordable living arrangement, making it an increasingly popular option for those looking to save on rent while enjoying the flexibility of a short-term tenancy. But when is the best time to dive into the world of property guardianship?
The answer is August.
This month presents several unique advantages for prospective guardians, from dodging the frantic September housing rush to securing great locations and enjoying the last stretch of summer in a new space. Here’s why August is the ideal time to become a Blue Door Property Guardian.
As the days grow longer and temperatures rise, the summer season brings both joy and challenges, especially for Blue Door Property Guardians. Living in diverse properties that sometimes lack modern amenities can present unique hurdles in maintaining comfort during the warmer months. However, with a few savvy strategies, you can beat the heat and enjoy a pleasant, cool living space. Here’s how to maximize comfort and keep cool as a Blue Door Property Guardian this summer.
As the days grow longer and the warmth of late spring and early summer settles in, there's a unique energy in the air—a perfect backdrop for community building and networking among Blue Door Property Guardians. Living as a property guardian offers a distinctive lifestyle, and with it, the opportunity to create a close-knit community. Here’s how to make the most of this vibrant season with social events and networking activities designed to bring Blue Door Property Guardians together.
Owning or maintaining a vacant property can be very expensive. Traditional security fees and maintenance costs alone can leave the landlord with a large bill to pay, however, there are also plenty of unexpected costs that can come as a nasty surprise. Not ideal while the building is empty and making no revenue. We’ve identified the 3 main costs that often catch landlords out and provided some simple solutions to help you avoid paying them.
It’s now been 2 months since the high street retail giant Arcadia announced it would be going into administration and closing down all 444 leased shops across the UK. With many other high street names following suit, the continuous bad news for the British high street puts landlords and communities in a very worrying situation. Experts have warned that property owners with investments in retail and high street locations should start planning for worst-case scenarios.
Although London’s buzzing art scene continues to attract thousands of young creatives from all over the world, steeply rising rental costs and gentrification across the city are making it harder for artists to thrive. For creative young Londoners who live and breathe the city, property guardianship is an affordable way to live in creative boroughs with communities of like-minded people. We’ve put together a guide to help young artists find affordable spaces to live and work in the city.
