Without wishing to alarm anyone, nationally, around 37% of sales arranged fail to proceed to exchange and completion. The system of property transfer we have in this country is still relatively archaic, although it is slowly improving. Until we have…
So, you’ve got the ball rolling with the house on the market, and your first viewing is booked in – it’s an exciting time! But the next step is one of the most important when it comes to selling your…
Many estate agents pride themselves on their extensive experience and local knowledge. Indeed, it is extremely important that your agent is fully conversant with every aspect of the locality and the market if they are to be effective in helping…
Here's the latest video from our proud business owner; Nigel Fitzgerald talking about the property market in June 2022. If you are thinking of selling your property in Melksham (or the surrounding areas) talk to Nigel and book your valuation…
Welcome to the July 2022 property market comment. The recent political turbulence we have all witnessed, with dozens of ministerial resignations, which eventually brought down our Prime Minister, would throw other countries into disarray. But not the UK it seems–in…
So, you’ve picked out your estate agent to help sell your home, but what’s the next step? While for the most part the baton is now with the agent, who’s responsible for keeping the progress of the sale on track,…
Converting an existing cellar or basement into living accommodation can be an option for those who want a larger home, but without the cost of moving. Money is probably better put into actual bricks and mortar than it is into…
Welcome to the June 2022 property market comment. (Scroll down to watch Richards video) The Jubilee weekend kicked off the summer in style, although from a property perspective, it feels like we’re in the height of a traditional spring market…
Nine times out of ten, where is the first place a potential buyer will see your home? You guessed it – in a photograph! Whether it be online through a laptop screen or mobile phone, or on the street in…
First impressions are not only important when selling your home, they are critical. When people come to view a property for the first time, they are unlikely to be scrutinising the unseen. They are simply trying to get a feel…