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Bigger kitchens, gardens and a conservatory … Cover4LetProperty reveals what is top of Brits’ wishlists

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With many Brits unable to afford to move home due to the recession and more and more people looking to rent, new research* from landlord insurance specialists Cover4LetProperty has revealed what Joe Public would change about their existing accommodation.

The study asked both tenants and owner-occupiers the one thing about their home they would change:

  • over a fifth (22%) would like a bigger kitchen;
  • 20% would like a conservatory;
  • 18% would like a garden (this ties in with other research** from the let property provider which highlighted how 65% of female renters think that having a garden is just as important as the rental cost);
  • 8% would like to change their neighbours – which is more than the 6% who would like a garage or more storage!
  • males are over three times more likely to want a gym or swimming pool compared to females (21% compared to 6%);
  • out of all the age bands (which ranged from 18-60+), those aged 30-39 were the most likely to want a garden, while for the 60+ age band, it was an equal split between more storage and changing the neighbours!

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*Independent study carried out for Cover4LetProperty July 2013 by Usurv

**Independent study carried out for Cover4LetProperty March 2013 by Usurv

Contact:

Richard Burgess, MCIM, Director at Cover4LetProperty, telephone: 0845 863 9558, or email: richardb@alanblunden.co.uk

About Cover4LetProperty:

With roots going back to 1946, our clients can benefit from 66 years’ of experience in the landlord insurance marketplace. We are award-winning independent intermediaries and act on behalf of our clients in arranging their buy to let and unoccupied property insurances. Our service includes advising clients on their insurance needs, arranging insurance cover with insurers to meet those requirements and help with any ongoing changes that have to be made to their landlords insurance policies.

In 2011 we were proud to beat off some stiff competition for the award for Best Landlord Insurer in the prestigious The Money Awards.

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The study asked both tenants and owner-occupiers the one thing about their home they would change: • over a fifth (22%) would like a bigger kitchen; • 20% would like a conservatory; • 18% would like a garden (this ties in with other research** from the let property provider which highlighted how 65% of female renters think that having a garden is just as important as the rental cost);
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• 8% would like to change their neighbours – which is more than the 6% who would like a garage or more storage! • males are over three times more likely to want a gym or swimming pool compared to females (21% compared to 6%); • out of all the age bands (which ranged from 18-60+), those aged 30-39 were the most likely to want a garden, while for the 60+ age band, it was an equal split between more storage and changing the neighbours!
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