Property Market
Stamford Homes takes marketing to another level
Stamford Homes has appointed Juliana Russell to the newly-created position of marketing manager for its new homes divisions in the Midlands and the North. Juliana has been with the company for five years, and has been promoted to the post from her previous role as connections manager.
Gap between property asking and selling prices reduces
The majority of surveyors (almost 60 percent) are now reporting that the gap between asking and selling price is narrowing says latest RICS research. In contrast, last August results of the same survey revealed that the gap was widening.
Buying new could be a shrewd move
Buying a brand new home could prove a shrewd move as recovery in the property market heralds the return of gazumping and sealed bids. Estate agents this week claimed gazumping – where buyers lose out at the last minute to a higher bid – is back in some areas of the second hand market. Sealed bids are also being used for some properties where demand is high.
Stunning new show homes at Festival
Three stunning show homes are now open at Festival, Barratt’s popular development in Bridgwater, where buyers can take advantage of two shared equity schemes to get a foot on the property ladder.
A hat-trick of new housing ventures
Recent announcements that housebuilder Redrow will be making significant new site starts signals good news for home buyers thwarted by lack of choice in Central Scotland.
Manager celebrates decade with Harrison Murray
When Zara Laxman took her first tentative steps on the estate agency path, she admits to not knowing the difference between a semi-detached and detached property. However, that was a decade ago – and now Zara is celebrating success at the helm of Harrison Murray’s flagship Halford Street branch in Leicester.
Kitchen and bathroom show promise innovation
Do you dream of an individually designed kitchen with state of the art technology and streamlined appliances? Are you bored with your bathroom and longing for a more luxurious experience? Then we have the Show for you! If you’re looking for the latest innovations and sleek designs visit the UK’s only dedicated Kitchen & Bathroom Show, on at Sandown Park on 27 and 28 June, where your dream kitchen and bathroom awaits you.
Sandown Park home show promises to inspire
Are you interested in picking up the latest in innovative products and services, inspirational design ideas, renovation tips and cost saving solutions for the home? Then look no further! The Homebuilding & Renovating Show, the UK’s only dedicated self-build and home improvement show, is coming to the South of England.
Middle market properties set to fly
Owners of middle market properties in strong locations in the south east are well positioned to upsize as the market shows stronger signs of growth, tips PropertyIndex.com.
Estate Agency nips snooping in the bud
Human nature dictates that most of us like snooping around other people’s homes – celebrity pads featured on the television and show homes to name but a couple. A new survey has revealed that 20 per cent of people view a house with no intention of buying it, but just to have a nose around someone else’s home!
‘Win a bike’ with Barratt Eastern Counties
In support of Bike Week 2009, Barratt Eastern Counties are running a ‘Win a Bike’ competition at their developments across Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk and Cambridgeshire.
A new home in Hilton for 70% of the asking price
Owning a brand new, stylish home at Redrow’s Meadow Brook has never been easier or more affordable, thanks to a scheme allowing purchasers to benefit from an equity loan for up to 30% of the purchase price.
Has the recession burst the buy-to-let bubble?
As buy-to-let lending continues to decline, research from Unbiased.co.uk, the professional advice website, reveals that consumer confidence is declining with it, as nearly a third of Brits (28%) believe buy-to-let property investments will make a loss in the current climate.
Low stock levels and buyer interest boost to property market
A further increase in both new buyer enquiries and sales, as well as a reduction in the level of stocks on surveyors books has begun to provide some support for property prices, says latest RICS' UK housing market survey.
Open plan convenience in Burton
Award winning Housebuilder Miller homes is unveiling the property of the month at its Abbeyfields development in Burton - a one bedroom coach house now available at a new reduced price.