Part 1 discussed tree and soil characteristics. Part 2 will provide examples of the effects of trees on buildings with some guidance on defects and how to spot them. The subject of trees, soil and their influence on properties is complex with much engineering research having been done over the years and still continuing. Let’s look at soil first. The soils, which will not affect foundations within the vicinity of trees, are rocks (igneous) and sands (sedimentary). Rocks can be hard like granite or limestone or soft such as sandstone or chalk. Trees can split rocks but realistically in terms of the average house in UK, this is not a problem. Chalk is an exception because it is generally a soft rock but if a trench is dug in it and it rains, for example, the chalk will dissolve into a clay-like soil. So trees in any of the above soils will not normally affect foundations. Read the rest…

The Property Support Network is a Midlands based monthly network and are meeting on Tuesday 22nd July at 6.30pm. This month, Jim Haliburton will be talking to you about becoming a HMO landlord. With over 100 HMO’s he is the HMO Daddy.

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David Lee of CashflowFromProperty.com talks about his highly flexible ‘lease option’ system and how it can generate a fantastic positive cashflow without even needing to secure a mortgage!

A new and exciting monthly opportunity for you to network with other property investors.

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Tony Van Bergen and I look forward to welcoming you to our new Property Networking event.
Our Invitation to You…….

Put a big note in your diary to join us on Wednesday 11th June 2008 from 7:00pm. Read the rest…