Melksham Properties Selling in 55 Days!
Are you a Melksham homeowner or landlord? Are you thinking of selling your home or property in early 2025? Then, in this article, let me show you how long it will take, on average, to find a buyer for your…
Melksham Buy-to-Let is Dead, Long Live the Melksham Buy-to-Let Landlord
Future legislation and the recent Budget have stirred considerable anxiety among landlords. The Chancellor's decision to increase the additional Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) from 3% to 5% for landlords purchasing additional properties initially suggested a grim outlook for the…
A Comprehensive Overview for Buyers and Sellers – October 2024
Are you a homeowner in Melksham? Perhaps you’re planning to move/sell/buy within the next six to twelve months, or maybe you're on the lookout for your next dream home and have no timescales. Whether you're buying or selling, having a…
The Hard Truth About Melksham’s Young
Where Do They Live and What Does the Future Hold? It’s no secret that the younger generation in Melksham is finding it tough to get onto the property ladder. With the rising cost of living, stagnating wages, and stricter mortgage…
October 2024 – Property Market Comment with Nigel Fitzgerald
"Interest rates are good and the housing market is stable" This is the message from proud business owner, Nigel Fitzgerald, in our October 2024 Property Market Comment. If you are looking to sell either this Autumn or in early Spring,…
1 in 9.2 Melksham Home Sellers Lower Their Asking Price Every Month
As the property landscape in Melksham continues to evolve, many homeowners who have been on the market for a while find themselves navigating the complex decision of when and how much to reduce their asking prices to attract buyers. With…
Melksham Starter Homes 34.6% Cheaper Today Than 35 Years Ago
It might surprise many that, despite significant inflation over the past few years, buying a house today is still more affordable as a percentage of take-home pay. The average value of a typical Melksham first-time buyer property has surged by…
Melksham Property Market – 1979 vs 2024
Roll the clock back to 1979, a year marked by a seismic shift in the UK government with Margaret Thatcher coming to power. This was a momentous time for the country, symbolising a new direction. Fast forward to 2024, and…
Labour’s Housing and Property Market Manifesto
What Melksham Homeowners & Landlords Should Know Now we know Labour will be taking the reins of government and ushering in a new era of policies and promises, particularly in housing and property markets. Their manifesto outlines ambitious plans to…
Melksham & UK Property Market Overview for Q2 2024
As an estate agent working in Melksham, I believe it's crucial to provide a comprehensive and realistic perspective on the local and national property markets. This approach aims to dispel the misconceptions often perpetuated by the media. Despite frequent reports…