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If you follow politics, you’ll know it’s a case of ‘all change’ at the Conservative party. While the headline news is the resignation of our Prime Minister and the voting-in of a new leader, there was a reshuffling within the lower ranks that may have an effect on the property market.

You’ve found your perfect new home. CONGRATULATIONS! It’s the right size, location and just waiting for you to put your stamp on it to make it your own.

But is there something you have missed……?

A few people have found themselves in a ‘chicken and egg’ scenario regarding the property market.

You may want to put your home for sale but are worried you may not find somewhere to move to. You’d then be forgiven for thinking that it’d therefore be wise to find somewhere first, then put your own property on the market. 

It won’t have escaped your notice that outside space on its own is one of the best ‘added value’ aspects of property, with a well-kept garden widely believed to add between 10% and 20% to a home’s value. 

You’ve found the property you love but it inevitably has lots of interest. Should you over pay to make sure your offer is the one that is accepted?

I get asked this question quite often by people who are looking to buy their next home or investment property. In this video I discuss some of the things that you may want to consider before you up your offer. 

House prices in Wellingborough have reached some incredible highs over the last couple of years.

The Government’s latest data shows house prices in the UK have risen by 12.4% in the year to date. This was up from a rise of 9.7% in March, illustrating how price appreciation has gained pace.

The devil is in the detail, however. Prices have risen a modest 0.3% in the last month, showing that while there is still room for appreciation, the rate of growth is slowing.

June is over and where did that month go? The mid-point of 2022 is pivotal in the property calendar – with six months of trading behind us. All eyes are on the market’s momentum and whether demand is being maintained. 

I give my thoughts on what may happen to house prices in the second half of 2022 taking into account inflation at over 9% and rising, the Bank of England increasing interest rates and the smallest monthly house price increase this year.

A good mortgage broker can find the right deals that are on the market that suit your needs. They can discuss these with you and apply on your behalf.

Congratulations, you’re moving house and it’s time to spread the word! But who exactly do you need to tell about a change of address?
It’s not just your friends and family who need to know when you move.

We’ve all heard the saying that ‘She has the gift of the gab’ or ‘He could sell underwear to a nudist’ but is that what you really need when selling your property? 

Buying your new home is an exciting time! One of the things that makes it so special is that it doesn’t happen every day (or not even for several years for many!). But this means that the process isn’t always completely familiar, so here is a short guide on what you should do if you are thinking of buying a new home