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…
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…
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…
"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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
The system of property transfer we “enjoy” in this country remains relatively archaic. The main difference between England/Wales and most other countries is that we do not yet usually use binding contracts at the time of offer acceptance. This is…