Dec 13, 2017 | Blog, Director's Comments, Hints and Tips, Property Market News
In the midst of Christmas madness and the last minute dash to buy Christmas presents, it’s difficult to begin to think about any decision bigger than what gift to get for your mother-in-law. But once the remnants of the wrapping paper has been cleared away and life...
Dec 5, 2017 | Blog, Director's Comments, Hints and Tips, Property Market News
New research from Jackson-Stops has analysed 150 local authorities across England, examining the dual factors of population density and the prevalence of fireplaces and chimneys, to reveal a country-wide ranking of local authorities which allow Santa to deliver...
Dec 4, 2017 | Blog, Director's Comments, Hints and Tips, Local News - Rugby, Property Market News
For those nearing retirement, it’s common to consider downsizing as a way to free up some extra cash and move to a more manageable property. Nevertheless, many people can still be put off by the stresses of what can be an extremely emotional time, especially for...
Nov 13, 2017 | Blog, Director's Comments, Hints and Tips, Local News - Rugby, Property Market News
The latest data and analysis from Rightmove has revealed that as many as 37% of properties already on the market have reduced their asking price since first listing – a five year high for this time of year. Although more sellers are trimming prices, the 0.8%...
Nov 6, 2017 | Blog, Director's Comments, Hints and Tips, Property Market News
According to the latest figures from HMRC, stamp duty rules designed to clamp down on buy-to-let landlords have landed ordinary homebuyers with unexpected tax bills totalling over £160m which have then had to be refunded. Please read this to the end. Or skim it!...
Oct 30, 2017 | Blog, Director's Comments, Hints and Tips, Property Market News
A recent survey has found that one in seven UK residents believe that their home is haunted – (- it isn’t). The poll conducted on behalf of mortgage and loans broker Ocean Finance, found that a large number of people across the UK think there are some...
