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Relocation Made Easy: The Smarter Side of Property Moves

Moving home is often described as stressful, but with the right strategy, it can become a smooth and even empowering part of the property journey. Whether you are upsizing, downsizing or relocating for a fresh start, smart planning and modern tools can transform the experience. Property moves today are no longer just about packing boxes. They are about making informed choices, protecting your...

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£940m increase in equity release by UK homeowners

Research from debt advisory specialists, Henry Dannell , reveals that equity release payments in the UK increased by almost £1 billion in 2021, as more and more people look for alternative ways of ensuring healthy and happy retirements.

Between 2020 - 2021, the amount of money released in the UK rose from £3.9 billion to £4.8 billion, an annual increase of £940 million, or 24.4%....

HMOs hold their market premiums despite licensing changes

Market analysis from specialist property lending experts, Octane Capital , has revealed that the current market value of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) currently sits above wider market values, suggesting that new licensing laws have had a limited impact on the appetite for the often perceived trickier path to building a buy-to-let portfolio.

Licensing changes surrounding HMOs...

Estate agents warned about money laundering giveaways

Since the UK housing market erupted during the pandemic, demand and activity has shown no sign of dropping. However, the frantic speed at which the market is moving and the strain it has placed on the property industry means some standard checks and balances can be missed or overlooked, clearing the way for criminals to thrive, of whom the most common are money launderers.

To help...

Spring is in the air as more properties are listed for sale

RICS Residential Market Survey, March 2022

New instructions indicator turns positive for the first time in twelve months
Buyer demand and sales continue to rise at a modest pace in March
House price growth remains firm at the headline level

Spring has reportedly sprung in UK property market with the latest RICS Residential Market Survey showing the...

Elan show home garden at Holcombe Gardens Ramsbottom

FINAL COUNTDOWN SIGNALS LAST CHANCE TO PUT DOWN ROOTS IN RAMSBOTTOM

HOMEOWNERS hoping to enjoy the benefits of town and country living need to move quickly as Elan Homes prepares to put the ‘sold’ sign up at its Holcombe Gardens development in Ramsbottom. The combination of valley views and the builder’s luxurious high-specification homes means only a few plots remain for sale.

And Marie Morris, sales director for Elan Homes in the North, is confident that...

Downsize To An Apartment In Wombourne - Before It's Too Late

CHIC apartments in Wombourne provide the perfect homes for those seeking a stylish way of life without the hassle and worry of maintaining a huge family property. They are the final two homes for sale at Woottonbrook, an Elan Homes development in Staffordshire.

The apartments are available exclusively to buyers aged over-55.

Tracey Ball, regional sale director for Elan Homes...

Local housebuilder supports Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) with £1,000 donation

Local housebuilder, Barratt Developments Yorkshire East, has donated £1,000 as part of its Community Fund initiative to the York branch of Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA), which is an inclusive and diverse body that benefits the lives of over 25,000 children and adults through horses.

The chosen charity welcomes clients of all ages with physical and learning disabilities...

Barratt Developments Yorkshire East raises £50,000 for their 2021 charity of the year - SASH

Local housebuilder, Barratt Developments Yorkshire East, chose Safe and Sound Homes (SASH) as its charity of the year for 2021 and raised £50,000.

The chosen charity, SASH, which operates across East and North Yorkshire, helps young people aged 16-25 who are facing homelessness. On average, the local charity helps over 300 young people to avoid homelessness each year and offers a ‘...

Here's how Londoners can slash their rent by 56%

How much can London’s renters save by moving away from the city centre?

After taking a hit during the height of the pandemic, the appetite for city living is returning to the capital, with previous research by Rentd revealing tenant demand increased during the first three months of the year.

This demand is also driving up rental values and the bargain rates on offer during...

Pandemic perspective driving equity release

Pandemic perspective driving equity release as homeowners look to avoid inheritance tax

Research from debt advisory specialists, Henry Dannell , suggests that it’s not just a quick cash hit that is driving equity release across the UK market, as a post-pandemic perspective spurs homeowners to avoid being hit by inheritance tax.

London is leading the way when it comes to the...

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