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GOLDSTONE VILLAS, HOVE • Resi Investment - 3 x 1 Bed Flats • 2 x Self-Contained with Third Easily Self-Contained • All Let on ASTs Producing £24,900 pa

GUIDE PRICE: £500,000+ FH

DITCHLING ROAD, BRIGHTON • Mixed Investment - GF Retail with Resi Above • Let on 21 Year Lease at £21,250 PA • June 2017 Review Outstanding

GUIDE PRICE: £375,000-£400,000 FH

BEAR ROAD, BRIGHTON • Spacious Mid-Terraced 2 Bed House • Potential to Extend (STNC) • Located Close to Lewes Road

GUIDE PRICE: £290,000-£300,000 FH

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HALLYBURTON ROAD, HOVE • Residential Investment - 2 x 1 Bed Flats • Vacant, Rental Value of £800-£900 pcm Per Flat Achievable • Potential to Reinstate Back into Family Home (STNC)

GUIDE PRICE: £390,000-£410,000 FH

SANDHURST AVE, WOODINGDEAN • Vacant 3-4 Bedroom Mid-Terraced House • Good Size Garden & Off Street Parking • Popular Residential Area

GUIDE PRICE: £220,000-£235,000 FH

SEDBURY ROAD, SOMPTING • FH Two Bed Semi-Detached Bungalow • In Need of Updating - Potential to Extend (STNC) • Popular North Sompting Residential Area

GUIDE PRICE: £220,000-£240,000 FH

THE HIGHWAY, NEWHAVEN • Double Plot – Agricultural / Amenity Land • Measuring Approximately 320 SQ M • Sea Views - Access Via A259 Coastal Road

GUIDE PRICE: £15,000-£16,000 FH

TARRING ROAD, WORTHING • Vacant Ground Floor Retail Unit of Approx 35 SQ M • Recently Re-fit Offering Open Plan Layout • Prominent Commercial Thoroughfare

GUIDE PRICE: £45,000-£55,000 LH

CHAPEL HILL, CROWHURST • Plot of Land Measuring Approx 400 SQ M • Ideal Building Plot (STNC) • Idyllic Rural Location Close to Village School & Station

GUIDE PRICE: £50,000+ FH

BROADWATER ST EAST, WORTHING • Grade II Listed 2 Storey Retail Premises • Offered with Vacant Possession • Prominent Location in Busy Commercial Thoroughfare

GUIDE PRICE: £175,000-£185,000 FH

MADEIRA PARADE, BOGNOR REGIS • Lock-Up Garage - Let at £600 pa • Approx 11.75 sq m Floor Area • Close to Bognor Town Centre

GUIDE PRICE: £8,000-£10,000 FH

SOUTH COAST ROAD, PEACEHAVEN • LH Ground Rent Investment • Producing Ground Rent Income of £850 pa • Located on A259 Close to Seafront & Shops

GUIDE PRICE: £8,000-£10,000 LH

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LH CONTENTS 4 | PUBLIC NOTICES

Announcements from businesses across the city

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6 | GOLD STANDARD

Paul Bott & Company win at British Property Awards

8 | HOMES ACROSS BRIGHTON & HOVE A wide range of homes to rent or buy from page 8

9/14/15 | HOMES ACROSS WORTHING AREA

Some brilliant homes available from Michael Jones & Robert Luff

18 | WHAT DOES IT COST TO BE A LANDLORD? Khalil Properties gets to the root of landlord finances

HOT PROPERTY Hove life Great location? And everything else on your wish list? Congratulations on hitting the jackpot. Move into this beautiful four bedroom detached home with a landscaped garden, a garage and off road parking, plus a massive sprawling ground floor living space. Awesome. In the middle of charming Hove. £1,350,000 01273 830919 www.fosterandcoestateagents.co.uk

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PUBLIC NOTICE THE LICENSING ACT 2003 (PREMISES LICENCES AND CLUB PREMISES CERTIFICATES) REGULATIONS 2005 Regulation 25 Advertisement TO: WHOM IT MAY CONCERN I Amanda Menahem do hereby give notice that it is my intention to apply to Brighton & Hove City Council in the county of East Sussex for the variation of a premises licence to use or permit the use of premises known as Pascere, 8 Duke Street, Brighton, BN1 1AH for the following proposed variation which it is proposed will be carried on, on or from the premises: 1. The addition of Late Night Refreshment as a Licensable Activity. 2. The opening hours be varied from 23.00pm to 00.00am (midnight). 3. Varying the permitted hours for the sale of alcohol from 22.30pm to 00.00am (midnight). Any person who desires to make a representation to the variation, should send to Head of Planning and Public Protection, Health & Safety and Licensing, Bartholomew House, Bartholomew Square, Brighton, BN1 1JP no later than 6th October 2017 a brief written statement of the grounds of his/her objection. The register and records of applications may be viewed at the above council office during normal office hours; summaries are available via www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/licensing. It is an offence knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application and the maximum fine for which a person is liable on summary conviction for the offence is currently £5000 [level 5]. Dated this: 7th day of September 2017 Signed: Mayo Wynne Baxter LLP, Solicitors for and on behalf of the Applicant 4 | LATEST HOMES

PUBLIC NOTICE THE LICENSING ACT 2003 (PREMISES LICENCES AND CLUB PREMISES CERTIFICATES) REGULATIONS 2005 Regulation 25 Advertisement TO: WHOM IT MAY CONCERN We, Hardings Bar & Catering Services Ltd., do hereby give notice that it is our intention to apply to Brighton & Hove City Council in the county of East Sussex for the grant of a premises licence to use or permit the use of premises known as ROYAL PAVILION ICE RINK, Royal Pavilion, Brighton for the following licensable activities which it is proposed will be carried on, on or from the premises: ICE RINK POP UP BAR & RESTAURANT – sale by retail of alcohol, live music & recorded music. This is a time limited licence from 2nd November 2017 to 14th January 2018. Any person who desires to make a representation to the Premise Licence grant should send to Head of Planning and Public Protection, Health & Safety and Licensing, Bartholomew House, Bartholomew Square, Brighton, BN1 1JP no later than 18th October 2016 a brief written statement of the grounds of his/her objection. The register and records of applications may be viewed at the above council office during normal office hours; summaries are available via www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/licensing. It is an offence knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application and the maximum fine for which a person is liable on summary conviction for the offence is currently £5000 [level 5]. Dated this: 6th September 2017 Signed: DEAN HARDING

PUBLIC NOTICE THE LICENSING ACT 2003 (PREMISES LICENCES AND CLUB PREMISES CERTIFICATES) REGULATIONS 2005 Regulation 25 Advertisement TO: WHOM IT MAY CONCERN I, Kumarasamy Iynkaran, do hereby give notice that I have applied to Brighton & Hove City Council in the county of East Sussex for the grant of a new premises licence to use or permit the use of premises known as Whitehawk Way Post Office, 27 Whitehawk Way Brighton, BN2 5HE, to allow the following licensable activity which it is proposed will be carried on, or from the premises: Sale by retail of alcohol for consumption off the premises only 06:30hours to 22:00hours Monday to Sunday Any person who desires to make a representation to the grant, should send to Head of Planning and Public Protection, Health & Safety and Licensing, Bartholomew House, Bartholomew Square, Brighton, BN1 1JP no later than 3rd October 2017 a brief written statement of the grounds of his/her objection. The register and records of applications may be viewed at the above council office during normal office hours; summaries are available via www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/licensing. It is an offence knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application and the maximum fine for which a person is liable on summary conviction for the offence is unlimited. Dated this: 5th September 2017 Signed: PR Retail Consultants PP Applicant LATEST TV | VIRGIN MEDIA 159 | FREEVIEW CHANNEL 7

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Absolutely stunning converted Regency patio apartment. In the heart of Brighton City Centre, yet moments from the seafront, ideally placed in this tranquil leafy square. Private entrance, large double bedroom, spacious living room and fitted kitchen. South facing Patio/Courtyard. Storage. Share of Freehold.

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Bazehill Manor

Asking Price £450,000

Stylish new build ground floor apartment. Stunning views towards Sussex Downs, ideal for those long tranquil walks. Two double bedrooms, open plan living space, two bathrooms and secure parking. Patio garden and communal garden. Share of Freehold. Rottingdean Village Location.

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£230,000 Leasehold • One double bedroom • Good size accommodation • Own separate street entrance • EPC D60 Call Fiveways office 01273 566777

Offers in excess of £399,950 Freehold • Good size accommodation • North Woodingdean Location • Drive & Garage • Fabulous views to the sea. EPC D68 Call Woodingdean office 01273 278866

£375,000 Freehold • 2 bedroom detached bungalow • In need of some updating • Lovely rear garden with 'secret' area • Backing onto The Downs. EPC D63 Call Woodingdean office 01273 278866

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Dudley Road £400,000 Freehold • Excellent condition throughout • Large cellar • West facing garden • EPC D63 Call Fiveways office 01273 566777

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Shanklin Road Price guide £300,000 Leasehold • Stylish ground floor p/b garden flat • 2 double bedrooms, private entrance • Period fireplaces, polished floorboards • Attractive walled rear garden. EPC E44 Call Lewes Road office 01273 677001

£550,000 Freehold AT THE END OF A PRIVATE DRIVE, SET WELL BACK FROM A POPULAR RESIDENTIAL ROAD IN WOODINGDEAN - is this spacious, 3 double bedroom, detached eco-home. Comprises of impressive open plan living area, study and WC on the ground floor, with three double bedrooms, ensuite to master and family bathroom on the first floor. A beautiful family home, offered to the market with no onward chain. Energy performance rating: B90. Call Woodingdean office 01273 278866

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WELLESLEY AVENUE, SOUTH GORING PROPERTY: • Superb extended detached bungalow • Sought after South Goring • Three double bedrooms • Superb open plan living • 30’ Kitchen/Living Room • Ensuite shower/W.C • Double width garage and InOut driveway • Vendor Suited • Viewing Essential

PRICE: OIEO £525,000

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SHOWCASE PROPERTY

10A DITCHLING ROAD BRIGHTON BN1 4SF PROPERTY: Described by Joe Orton as a “Rum old house” the property is circa 1837 and is set well back from the road and is accessed via a discreet door set in the wall on Union Road. South facing front garden which has been cleverly designed with mature trees running along the border to make this a private space ideal for alfresco dining and entertaining. Next door is the fully equipped bespoke kitchen, with rarely retained Minton tiles, as well as a breakfast island with oak cabinets bringing a rustic cottage feel to the house. The kitchen also provides access to a bright private courtyard with raised beds currently used as an herb garden. The ground floor also houses the bathroom which comprises of bath with shower over, wash hand basin and WC. The first floor can be accessed not just by the internal staircase but also from an external one in the front garden which leads onto a flat roof which may in turn (STNC) could be made into a south facing roof terrace. The upstairs has two good size bright double bedrooms, both with generous built in wardrobes and cupboard space and each has access to useful loft storage. No onward chain. Close to a wide range of local amenities, pubs, cinema and restaurants, as well as the recently rejuvenated Level park and the Open Market. PRICE: £499,950 FREEHOLD CONTACT DETAILS: Barrie Alderton 01273 570242

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Brighton Marina, Portside £315,000

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Convenient village square location. 2 bed apartment with views directly over the inner lagoon. Large fitted kitchen, en-suite and bathroom. 2 allocated parking spaces. EPC: D

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Brighton Marina, Neptune Court £395,000

Dual aspect 2 bedroom apartment, inner harbour views from all the principle rooms. Updated throughout, ideal BTL, main home or waterside retreat. EPC: C

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Rarely available 2 bed apartment with stunning views. Living/dining room, kitchen, master bedroom with en-suite, bathroom, balcony and parking. EPC: D

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Brighton Marina, Sovereign Court £1,250 PCM

Brighton Marina, Sovereign Court £1,350 PCM AVAILABLE NOW – F/F. 2 bed, 2nd floor apartment with views from the balcony, re-fitted kitchen and modern bathroom. Parking space. Fees apply. EPC: C

Brighton Marina, Collingwood Court £540,000 2-3 bedroom duplex with lovely views over the outer harbour. Living room, kitchen, 2 shower rooms & bathroom, balcony, patio and integral garage. EPC: C

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AVAIL NOW - U/F. 2 bed, 2nd floor apartment with views. Lounge/diner, balcony, kitchen with appliances, en-suite and bathroom. Parking. Fees apply. EPC: C

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Brighton Marina, Victory Mews £350,000 - £375,000

Brighton Marina, Neptune Court £1,250 PCM AVAIL END MID JUNE – F/F. 2 bed, 1st floor flat with living/dining room, balcony with views, fitted kitchen, en-suite and bathroom. Parking. Fees apply. EPC: B

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Brighton Marina, St Vincent’s Court £1,450 PCM AVAILABLE END MID OCTOBER – F/F. GF apartment with patio, kitchen/living room, 2 beds and bathroom. Includes Sky package. Parking. Fees apply. EPC: B

34 Waterfront, Brighton Marina, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 5WA

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Central Brighton, Portland Street Guide Price ÂŁ500,000

A well presented modern three storey mid terraced house in the heart of the popular North Laine area. Ideally positioned for Churchill Square shopping centre, Brighton Mainline Railway Station and Brighton's popular Seafront. The property benefits from a master bedroom with en suite and good sized westerly rear patio garden.

Central Brighton, Pullman Haul OIEO ÂŁ300,000

A superb third floor modern apartment in a contemporary sustainable living development in central Brighton offering good size accommodation perfect for commuter or investment. The apartment benefits from a westerly terrace, lift access, secure entry and access to bike storage.

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Saltdean, Findon Avenue OIEO ÂŁ290,000

An attractive detached two bedroom bungalow with panoramic views in popular Saltdean. The property benefits from stunning views to the South Downs and English Channel and is considered suitable for Extension/Loft Conversion (STNC)

Kemptown, College Court OIEO ÂŁ125,000

A one bedroom ground floor apartment in an estate managed block for the over 65's. Situated in Kemptown, conveniently located for bus services, local shops and the seafront. Communal facilities include sun terrace, lounge, laundry rooms and visitors' rooms (subject to terms).

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Park Road, Worthing ■ £355,000

Hollingbury Gardens, Findon Valley ■ OIEO £500,000

A three bedroom CHARACTER filled VICTORIAN terrace house located in a extremely popular position close to Worthing TOWN CENTRE and Seafront. Offered for sale in good decorative order with the benefit of NO CHAIN.

Call our Worthing office

This detached chalet offers spacious rooms & in good decorative order, modern open plan kitchen/dining room, living room overlooking a decked area, three double bedrooms ensuite to master bedroom upstairs & spacious gf family bathroom. Rear garden approx 140 ft. with pond, private driveway & garage.

West Mead, East Preston ■ OIEO £1,375,000

Cissbury Road, Broadwater ■ £650,000

New England Style Chalet on the private WILLOWHAYNE ESTATE in East Preston, offering FIVE BEDROOMS, four reception rooms, two en suites, GF shower room and Jack & Jill bathroom. Beautifully landscaped rear gardens, DOUBLE GARAGE and the property is located within close proximity to the foreshore.

A double fronted Edwardian semi-detached residence in the heart of Broadwater. Refurbished, lounge/dining room, drawing room, refitted kitchen, utility, 4-5 double bedrooms, refitted family bathroom & sep W/C, master suite with shower room and walk-in wardrobe, parking and driveway, garage and garden.

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St James Avenue, North Lancing ■ Guide £325,000

Heene Road, West Worthing ■ £675,000

Located within popular NORTH LANCING at the foot of the SOUTH DOWNS NATIONAL PARK. This delightful THREE BEDROOM semi-detached HOME boasts deceptive LIVING and FEATURE LANDSCAPED WESTERLY REAR GARDEN.Viewing considered essential.

Semi-detached Edwardian residence, halls adjoining, ornate coving, sash windows & feature fireplaces, two reception rooms, conservatory, four bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen, off street parking, walled rear garden, West Worthing position, close to town centre, seafront & station, viewing highly recommended.

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SALES • LETTINGS • HOLIDAY LETS

Balcombe Court £750 pcm

Collingwood Court £1,000 pcm

Victory Mews £1,225 pcm

An u/f one bedroom flat on the ground floor with double glazing and allocated parking space. Available Now. Energy Rating E

An u/f one bedroom apartment on the ground floor with West facing terrace, fitted wardrobes and allocated parking. Available now. Energy Rating C

An u/f two bedroom apartment on the ground floor with patio, tranquil water views and allocated parking space. Available 06 October. Energy Rating C

Sovereign Court £1,250 pcm

Sovereign Court £1,450 pcm

Merton Court £2,350 pcm

A two bedroom f/f apartment on the second floor with balcony, water views and parking space. Available 02 October. Energy Rating B

A f/f two bedroom apartment on the second floor with South facing balcony, water views and parking. Available early November. Energy Rating C

An f/f three bedroom penthouse over the third and fourth floors with terrace and balcony, sea views and garage. Avail early November. Energy Rating C

Neptune Court £259,000 Leasehold

Sovereign Court £525,000 Leasehold

Holiday Lets Per Week

A well-presented one bedroom apartment on the ground floor with enclosed terrace and allocated parking space. Energy Rating C

A three bedroom duplex over the ground and first floors with balcony, terrace, Marina views and Integral garage. Energy Rating C

A selection of studio – three bedroom quality apartments available for weekly or short term lettings. Ideal for in–between house moves. Call for details.

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WHAT DOES

IT COST TO BE A LANDLORD? The bottom line

andlords in the South East are being hit hardest by the rising costs of being a landlord, according to recent research carried out by a specialist landlord finance provider. This is unlikely to be news to local landlords, who have watched costs rise dramatically in recent years. So, what does it cost to be a landlord these days? And, more importantly, how can you guarantee yourself the rent you need to cover these costs? Landlord costs According to the research, London landlords face the highest costs in the UK, but these are more than offset by the higher rents they command. The average cost for a landlord in London, excluding any mortgage and tax, but including void periods, is £6,535 a year. This represents 32% of their rental income. Taking the UK as a whole the average cost is £3,632 each year, significantly lower than London’s but representing 34% of landlords’ rental income. We’ve got things the worst in the South East. Our costs are £3,691 each year, but this equates to 37% of our rental income. Rising costs Landlords are faced with rising tax burdens following stamp duty changes introduced last year and mortgage tax relief changes which came into effect in April. Property prices themselves in Brighton continue to rise, and the number of legislative and regulatory hoops that local landlords are asked to jump through are on the increase. It looks like things are set to cost landlords more, rather than less, in the near future. Guaranteed rent It is those void periods, though, that can really tip the scales and eat into landlords’ profits. This is why the idea of guaranteed rent is like the holy grail for landlords. And guaranteed rent is actually far from being a myth. It does indeed exist. Khalil’s Rent Guarantee Scheme offers you voidfree letting and 18 | LATEST HOMES

hasslefree renting. We pay you rent every month, taking care of your property and its tenants. You simply sit back and watch the rent roll in. At the end of our agreement we return the property to you in the same condition that we received it in. And you’ll have enjoyed guaranteed rent throughout. And that should tip those cost calculations very much in your favour. Phone: 01273 573960 Mobile: 07984 015669 Email: ahmed@khalilproperties.co.uk Address: 124 Lewes Road, Brighton, BN2 3LG www.khalilproperties.co.uk

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