Jargon Buster
Understand property related jargon.
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
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Pied à terre
A property kept for temporary, secondary or occasional occupation.
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Podcasting
A way to download audio files over the internet and then listen to them via a computer or MP3 player. Foxtons offers Podcasts for all property searches.
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Portable Appliance Test (PAT)
A test carried out by a registered engineer to ensure that all electrical installations and appliances within a property are safe in conjunction with the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 1994.
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Premium
The monthly amount payable for an insurance policy.
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Premium lease
Where rent for the property is paid in full up front.
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Property Management
The management of a property on behalf of the owner.
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Protography
Foxtons Protographers are trained specifically to collate property information including interactive floorplans, 360° tours and multiple photographs, all in just one visit.


