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There is little doubt that the impact of Covid-19 will be evident for ye
huge debt levels which the future government of the day will have
levels and business failures will be evident for some time; each a
previously for how a pandemic can take over our lives and change
some of the important things we have taken onboard such as cleanlin
an ongoing part of our lives – at least in the short to medium term.
One of the biggest changes to our work patterns
has been the opportunity to work from home
rather than having to trek daily to an office –
something that often involves travelling in peak
traffic and what amounts to ‘dead time’ for
commuters living any distance away from their
designated workplace. There are many reports
about just how successful the change to
working from home has been for some people.
Working from home requires self-discipline
and a suitable environment, preferably with a
workspace that does not double as the kitchen
table or other location used for daily domestic
duties. Laptops and other more sophisticated
computer installations are often a necessity,
and are a challenge that has been met headon.
Zoom and similar telephone meetings
have been part and parcel of our new world of
working in isolation at home.
Since moving down to level 2, many home
workers have returned to their offices, but
judging from the peak hour traffic levels, there
are still a large number of clerical workers who
are working from home. For many, this could
be a permanent arrangement. City retailers are
noticing a significant reduction in pedestrian
traffic as a consequence. For many industries,
working from home requires changing how they
operate, and real estate has been no exception.
Despite our inability to operate as normal, it was
surprising, even to those of us involved in real
estate, how many property transactions were
completed during lock-down!
At Tommy’s, we have adapted to the changes
thrust upon us and are pleased to say that
sales during May have e
and not at cut prices
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