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What makes a good ‘lock up and leave’ property?
Originally published on www.propertyreporter.co.uk, 14th February 2019 Move over gap year teens, According to data released by the Association of British Travel Agents, over 65s are more likely to take a foreign holiday than any other age group. And they’re...more
Lock up and live
Move over gap year teens, over 65s are more likely to take a foreign holiday than any other age group (Association of British Travel Agents). And they’re increasingly looking for excitement and variety, swapping cruises and golf trips for bucket...more
The future of retirement estates is green
‘Eco’ and ‘retirement’ are not often words that are heard in the same sentence. John Lavin of Cognatum says that retirement estates, especially those outside London, have been slow to start in terms of incorporating environmental features into their developments....more
How to choose a retirement estate
Retirement estates offer a flexible form of housing. The connotations of sheltered housing and assisted living are somewhat outdated, and as the national demographic shifts housing for the 55+ market is about property that will suit purchasers for a significant...more
Blue Space retired living
The health benefits of blue spaces such as rivers, lakes and the sea are significant, leading to higher levels of physical activity, increased feelings of well-being and a positive effect on mental health generally. So it’s no surprise that Cognatum’s...more