The layman’s view of an estate agent is simply someone who shows prospective buyers round properties. Whilst understandable, this simplistic perspective belies the fact that the well-trained agent knows how to maximise the viewing opportunity with the specific objective of…
The phrase “Willing and Able” is seldom heard today, as it no longer appears on estate agency documentation. However, it remains important to discover if a prospective buyer for your property is indeed willing and able to proceed, should they…
We are all looking for a little romance in our lives and with Valentine’s Day fast approaching, why not take our quick, fun, quiz to find your perfect match! Pick a meal for your perfect date A. Three-course fine dining…
After a three-decade long hiatus during which it became even harder for young families to purchase their own property, official statistics from the Resolution Foundation thinktank have shown that ownership rates amongst this group are now on the rise. According…
When we consider the course of 2018, be it in the context of the property market or not, there is one overriding theme: Brexit. The financial uncertainty which has been prevalent throughout the last 12 months has been a key…
Christmas is already in sight and it might be tempting to assume that the market will slow down. Perhaps it’s best to wait until the New Year before selling. However, whilst many agents do indeed shut up shop, so they…
Houses, cottages, flats, apartments, maisonettes, studios, detached, semi, terraced - these are terms we as estate agents hear every day of our lives. They are the lifeblood of our business, but the common theme is they all represent the concept…
It may not seem like the perfect time, but moving house is often prioritised in the New Year, so you might be surprised by the strength of demand. Property websites are often extremely well visited over the Christmas break, and…
"A huge thank you to Lock & Key for their generous donation to Parents and Friends of Shaw (PaFoS), which is a registered Charity and Shaw Primary School's PTA. We are very lucky to have a Partnership Scheme with Lock…
