Nov 5, 2025 | David Cosby Estate Agents
Dry Rot in Action: Case Study from a Grade II Listed Property Historic buildings can conceal unexpected surprises, and today’s survey uncovered one worth sharing — an active fungal outbreak visually consistent with dry rot (Serpula lacrymans). Although famously...
Aug 1, 2025 | David Cosby Estate Agents
Is It Time to Reintroduce the Home Information Pack? Back in 2007, the government introduced the Home Information Pack (HIP) — a short-lived attempt to make the homebuying process faster and more transparent. The idea was to give buyers key documents up front, before...
Jul 8, 2025 | David Cosby Estate Agents, Lettings
Landlord Insurance: What It Covers and How to Manage Costs Landlord insurance is an essential safeguard for protecting rental property investments. Unlike standard home insurance, landlord policies are tailored for let properties and can provide additional protections...
Apr 19, 2025 | David Cosby Estate Agents
Downsizing Rising As we move into the second quarter of 2025, a growing number of homeowners are taking a fresh look at their property needs – and many are concluding that less might actually be more. The term “downsizing” has traditionally been associated with...
Mar 29, 2025 | David Cosby Estate Agents
We are delighted to share an important milestone for Sadie. She has successfully completed her first property sale from initial instruction through to key handover. This is a significant step for any estate agency professional, and Sadie approached it with real...
Dec 10, 2024 | David Cosby Estate Agents, Local History
Towcester’s Story Every town has a story, and Towcester’s is one worth exploring. From Roman times to today, this historic market town has been shaped by centuries of change. Whether you are new to the area or have lived here for years, learning about its past brings...
