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The latest news, events and insights in the Wales property world
Attractive alternative to government bonds and other fixed incomes
As an eventful 2016 draws to a close, Cooke & Arkwright’s Investment agency team reports that commercial property is continuing to attract strong demand from investors. The build up to…
Cardiff Market facelift brings phoenix back to life
Cardiff’s iconic Market building on St Mary Street has been given a facelift after maintenance works were conducted under instruction of Cooke & Arkwright’s Building Consultancy. The Grade II listed…
New figures show 61% year-on-year rise in Cardiff office lettings
Office space lettings in Cardiff for 2016 are up 61% on the same time last year, according to new figures released by property agents Cooke & Arkwright. According to the…
Devil is in the detail
The draft 2017 Rating List was published on 30th September. The VOA provided a detailed breakdown by region and sector for properties in England. However, Welsh changes were released with…
Flybe to the Capital
Huw Jones, Associate with Cooke & Arkwright’s Rating department, was keen to try out the new Flybe service from Cardiff to London City Airport while the Severn Tunnel is closed…
The clock is ticking - in April 2018, EPCs begin to bite!
There are significant implications for landlords of commercial and residential properties who do not comply with new energy efficiency standards coming into force on 1st April 2018, including financial penalties,…