The process of selling and buying a house is challenging, no matter how often you’ve been through it. You’ve got to get your property valued, sort your finances, and arrange viewings, and that’s before you’ve even thought about looking for a new house. Trying to do too many things at Read More ->
Looking for a property, whether it’s to buy or rent, is a minefield. There are so many different types to choose from it’s hard to know where to start. It becomes even harder to decide when you come across words like studio flat, leaving you wondering ‘what is a studio Read More ->
Recent figures from property portal Rightmove show the average asking property price has reached an all-time high so far in May, with the average price currently sitting at £333,564. We explore what the data shows and what could be behind this record average property asking price. Subscribe To Our Newsletter Read More ->
STPP. What does it mean? Why do I keep seeing it in the description of properties or land to develop? How does it affect me? All very good questions which, lucky for you, we have the answers to! Not only will we reveal the meaning of STPP and ‘potential to Read More ->
Since the implementation of the ‘Stamp Duty Holiday’ in July 2020, the market has seen a 22% rise in monthly property transactions with the rise equivalent to over 171,000 extra sales, data from Search Acumen has shown. We explore what the data shows, what it means for the housing market Read More ->
Moving to a new house is a long and confusing process. There are viewings, offers, negotiations, surveys, solicitors, estate agents and more all thrown into the mix. This is before you’ve even thought about the fact you’ll need to apply for a mortgage. The mortgage application process can drag on Read More ->
The housing market is currently facing a supply shortage. According to data from Knight Frank, there are currently a quarter fewer properties being listed for sale on the market in England and Wales in March 2021 compared to the previous year. Why is this happening? Which area is the mainly Read More ->
Having a balcony on your house sounds like a dream. Extra outdoor space, more light brought in and the potential to be able to sit out and enjoy great views. It starts to sound less like a dream when you find out about balcony planning permission. Planning permission are two Read More ->
Over the past 5 years, the number of overseas investors investing in the UK has increased by almost 20%, with the number currently sitting at just over 184,000. This has resulted in the market becoming more competitive, especially for those first-time buyers looking to get their foot on the property Read More ->
The difference in house prices between the North and the South has always been huge, with the South having drastically higher prices in comparison. But in the past year Northern house prices have seen a huge increase, so much so it’s outpaced the South. What do we know about the Read More ->
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