Property Market
Property professionals essential players in UK economy
The high ethical standards and professional competence of Chartered Surveyors are a vital element in the future competitiveness of UK PLC, says a new report.
Property prices analysis
Small, two bedroom homes rose in value between January and February, according to the National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA).
Smartnewhomes warns of family home crisis
Smartnewhomes.com, the UK’s leading new homes website, is calling for immediate Government action to avoid a long-lasting availability crisis, as the supply of new family homes dries up.
Win somewhere to put your mark on
Following on from the current FindaProperty.com ‘What makes a home?’ print and online advertising campaign which is aimed at connecting people with their dream home; and as part of a continuous investment in the brand, FindaProperty.com has announced that they will be working in partnership with McDonald’s as part of their upcoming Best Chance Monopoly promotion.
How to view a Barratt home
To help first-time buyers and potential purchasers who are looking to put a mortgage where their mouth is in 2009, Barratt is offering property hunters in the region some essential tips to use when viewing what could be their brand new dream home.
Kiss goodbye to renting
With house prices at their lowest for years there is no better time for first-time buyers to find their perfect property match and get themselves out of the rental trap. Buying a home for the first time can be a daunting experience, especially where finances, mortgages, legal details and paperwork are concerned.
Returning confidence must be converted into sales
Following publication of January lending figures by the Council of Mortgage Lenders, Peter Bolton King, chief executive of the NAEA, said: "The NAEA's own figures revealed that since January, first time buyers are coming back to the market, with enquiries up by about 20 per cent.
Dream homes at affordable prices
House-hunters can now own a brand new home for just £150 a month – regardless of the size of their property and in a choice of desirable locations. The fantastic money-saving offer from George Wimpey and Bryant Homes is part of their new Dream Home Deals and means that anyone moving to their developments in the South Midlands can have their mortgage subsidised for a full 12 months.
Can’t get no satisfaction? Try Miller Homes
People buying new homes are happier than ever with their properties according to the latest customer satisfaction survey conducted by Miller Homes. The award-winning national housebuilder has achieved record scores with 95.2 percent of its customers stating that they would recommend the company to their best friend*.
Gladedale reports upturn in buy-to-let market
Gladedale in North East England is experiencing an upturn in the Buy-to-Let market with investors looking to benefit from the increased yields available on rented properties.
Mortgage drought is delaying market upturn says Barratt
Barratt Homes North East has reported a busy start to the year, with its developments across the region seeing increased sales inquiries and rising visitor levels.
Landlords: Could your property be housing a cannabis factory?
The National Landlords Association (NLA), the leading representative body for private-residential landlords in the UK, is warning landlords to be vigilant of the way their properties are used, following a BBC report into cannabis factories.
Investors hope for student property mini boom
Investors in student property are preparing for a bumper year, as poor unemployment prospects drive a surge in university applicants keen to avoid entering the current job market, reports Assetz.
Home buyers in East Midlands avoid moving on Friday the 13th
While it is well known that Friday's are generally the most popular day for people moving home - more than one-in-10 home-buyers avoid moving into their new house on Friday the 13th!
Millwood builds brighter futures
Award-winning housebuilder Millwood Designer Homes is helping to build a brighter future for talented young people. Millwood is progressing in its efforts to serve the wider community by continuing with its “Encouragement Pack” initiative with several local schools.