The recent announcement by the British Prime Minister regarding the next general election set to take place in early July 2024 has inevitably stirred discussions about its potential impact on the Melksham property market. Historically, general elections are periods of…
Melksham, a vibrant town with a diverse property market, offers countless opportunities for homeowners seeking their next home. However, navigating this landscape requires a strategic approach to avoid common pitfalls. If you're a current Melksham homeowner weighing up your options…
Navigating the property market in Melksham? Understanding the current market dynamics is essential whether you're looking to buy a dream home or sell a cherished property. Recent data reveals a fascinating surge in property transactions across the UK, with Melksham…
As May comes into view, with the anticipation of the warm summer months ahead of us, with sun-drenched hot beaches and cold ice cream, the thoughts and contemplations of Christmas seem a million miles away. Yet many people who wish…
As we are now nicely into 2024, it's certain the Melksham housing market over the last 18 months has been a little more restrained than 2020, 2021 and early 2022, and I believe that the ‘steady as she goes’ outlook…
Understanding the nuances of property sales is essential for both homeowners and investors in the dynamic Melksham property market. A few weeks ago, I stated that of the Melksham properties that have sold subject to contract (stc) in the three…
Bungalows continue to be a unique asset in the UK property market, offering the charm of single storey living. In 2023, they carved out a significant niche, with 81,823 out of the 915,705 properties sold in 2023 being bungalows. Despite their…
When people put their property on the market, most people go to great lengths to ensure it is as saleable as possible. Fresh paint, a tidy garden, new carpets and a kitchen facelift all have their place, along with a…
In the articles on the Melksham property market, we like to provide an insight into the real story of what is happening in our Melksham (and national) property market and address the misconceptions that some of the ‘doom monger’ media…
Many Melksham people I talk to in their late 30s to late 40s are relying on the inheritance from their Baby boomer generation parents to help them in their home buying and retirement future. It is true there is £2…