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Average homeowner could save £1,000 a year under council tax shake up, but London and South East to pay more

The latest research by Yopa has revealed that the average household across England could be set to save £1,000 per year should the government decide to scrap stamp duty and replace current council tax with an annual homeowners tax.

Yopa analysed* the current average annual council tax bill across every local authority in England, then modelled what an annual homeowner tax could look like using...

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Three Js in Abberley

Rare chance to own a readymade new bungalow in Abberley

The bungalow is perhaps the rarest of new builds and one lucky buyer could enjoy a quick move to a new bungalow in Abberley.

A readymade bungalow is among the final five new homes now on sale at Three Js in Abberley.

The two-bedroom detached Haywood offers apartment-style living, with the bonus of a garden and without neighbours above or below.

It’s perfect for a...

Predictions & Market Influences For 2023

Predictions & Market Influences For 2023

Andrea Fawell, Sales & Marketing Director of award-winning property developers Kebbell, reveals what market factors are likely to affect house buyers and developers in 2023 and how confidence in the market is right now.

Are you seeing the detrimental effects of soaring mortgage rates and reduced mortgage offers in terms of a house price downturn?

“Developers nationwide...

Is it possible to invest in real estate with a loan?

Investing in real estate with a loan, also known as leverage, can be a way to increase your potential return on investment by using borrowed money to finance the purchase of a property. However, it's important to carefully consider the risks and potential drawbacks of using leverage before making this type of investment.

Here are a few things to consider when thinking about using a...

What does 2023 have in store for our finances?

Bradley Post, CEO of tax experts, RIFT Tax Refunds , has provided his thoughts on the year ahead and what it means for both businesses and their employees when it comes to their tax related affairs.

CEO of RIFT Tax Refunds, Bradley Post, commented:

“Following on from the chaos of the autumn ‘mini budget’, 2023 is a very tough one to call but the predominant hope for many is...

SO Resi Launches Affordable Apartments in Bracknell

According to research carried out by 331 local authorities into areas that performed well in previous recessions, Bracknell in Berkshire has been highlighted as an ‘ultra-resilient property hotspot’. The town has seen its affordable housing stock boosted with the launch of SO Resi Bracknell, with the site providing a range of one and two-bedroom apartments starting from £61,875.

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Spotting opportunities will be key to property market success in 2023 says Nest Seekers UK Managing Director

An ability to spot an opportunity – and communication – will be key to combating uncertain economic headwinds in 2023, says the UK head of elite global property brokerage Nest Seekers International.

As the luxury property brokerage develops ambitious plans for growth next year, UK Managing Director Solly Strickland is sanguine about the prospect of a downturn and believes an agile...

Allotments available to the public after launch of two new sites at Kingsbrook in Aylesbury

Recent data indicates that up to 100,000 people are on a waiting list for a council-owned allotment. In an attempt to ease the wait time for those in Aylesbury, Barratt David Wilson Homes and Kingsbrook Parish Council have celebrated the launch of 2 new community allotment sites, comprising 102 allotment plots on-site at the housebuilder’s Kingsbrook development. The handover was attended by...

Barratt David Wilson Homes breaks ground at local Kingsbrook development

Barratt David Wilson Homes has cause for celebration this week, as the housebuilder officially broke the ground at its new Railway Park at Kingsbrook in Aylesbury. The new open space is situated to the south of Orchard Green village and will include a community orchard, allotments, amphitheatre, multi-use games area and a neighbourhood play area for residents to enjoy.

Attended by...

Meet your local Site Manager: Blair Harvey at Meadowburne Place

Eastbourne housebuilder Barratt Homes is encouraging more women to enter the construction industry, having recently appointed Site Manager Blair Harvey at its Meadowburne Place development on St Martins Road.

The 32-year-old has been with Barratt Southern Counties for seven years, having joined the business in 2015 as part of a graduate scheme after completing her degree in Building...

Bespoke Hillside House development launch final three apartments in Radlett

Griggs Homes has released for sale the final three apartments at Hillside House, a bespoke development of 14 luxury new homes in the highly sought-after Hertfordshire town of Radlett.

Now 80 per cent reserved, all apartments at Hillside House – which is located at 1-3 The Drive – are available for occupation. The highly spacious two-bedroom apartments on sale range from 1,121 – 1,375...

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