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Swimming pools fail to make a splash with homebuyers

The latest analysis from Yopa , the full-service estate agents, has found that whilst a property complete with a swimming pool may seem like the ideal purchase ahead of the summer months, such properties account for less than 5% of total market stock and, even then, just one in five are selling.

Yopa analysed current for sale listings across the property market looking at how many homes come...

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Construction apprentice for major Homebuilder lands on site job as contractor

A budding young apprentice has completed a Bricklaying programme run by Barratt Developments in York, earning his place as a subcontractor for the Homebuilder, working at its site in Sheffield.

19-year-old Daniel Ballard joined Barratt Developments Yorkshire West in August 2021, splitting his time between working on-site in Darfield and Worksop and classroom learning at the...

Best Ways to Protect Your Home

A home burglary occurs every 164 seconds in the UK. Every day, hundreds of people deal with the financial and emotional toll of someone breaking and entering their property. Yet 42% of people still don’t lock their doors or windows while in the home!

With so many of us starting our business ventures from the comfort of our own home, it is more important than ever to ensure the safety...

Employees at major housebuilder cycle 100 miles to raise over £3,000 for children’s charity

Staff at Barratt Developments North East swapped their usual office chairs for bike seats as they completed a 100-mile cycle route and raised over £1,500 for local children’s charity, Team Evie, beating their target of £1,000.

Five members from the North East division’s Technical Team cycled the 100 mile route from its most southerly development, The Orchard at West Park in...

Why buying a new-build property is the way forward

The real estate landscape is constantly evolving, and new-build properties are emerging as an attractive option for prospective homeowners. The allure of hassle-free ownership, advanced technology, and energy-efficient appliances has made these properties increasingly popular.

In this article, we take a look at why new build homes are the way forward in the property market, including...

East Malling Homes Win Top Award

Independent housebuilder Dandara’s ‘The Sweetings’ in Kent has won the prestigious Premier Guarantee Development of the Year Excellence Award for the South of England.

Winning the title puts the East Malling residential development in the top 1% of sites inspected by the leading UK warranty and building control provider.

It’s no wonder that Dandara South East site manager...

Real Estate Investment Strategies for Beginners: A Guide to Buying, Selling, and Renting Properties

Understanding the Real Estate Market

Before diving into any investment, it is crucial to have a comprehensive understanding of the real estate market. Research local property trends, rental demand, and future growth prospects. Identify areas that exhibit stable appreciation rates and show potential for development.

Keep a keen eye on factors such as job growth,...

POPULAR AFFORDABLE BRACKNELL DEVELOPMENT HOLDS STAKEHOLDER EVENT

Leading shared ownership provider SO Resi is celebrating the success of its popular Berkshire development, SO Resi Bracknell, having held an event to launch its new podium area on Monday, 31st July. To commemorate the occasion, the Mayor, local councillors, and representatives from Homes England joined colleagues from award-winning housebuilder The Hill Group and SO Resi to discuss the...

$The Atherington from Elan Homes at Seascape in Ilfracombe. Pic courtesy of Webbers$

Readymade Homes in Devon

WITH a choice of beaches within a mile, and potential for stunning coastal views, new homes in Devon offer the chance to enjoy an idyllic location.

In a survey carried out on behalf of Elan Homes, 45% of people1 said location was the most important factor when choosing where to live.

The homebuilder’s Seascape development in Ilfracombe boasts a prime position with views over...

Fast Forward Moving To A New Home on The Fylde Peninsular

HOMEOWNERS could find they’re just weeks away from moving to a new home on the Fylde coast with the offer of part exchange.

Elan Homes is offering to speed up the selling and buying process for those looking to move to its Redwood Gardens development in Marton Moss, ideally positioned between Lytham and Blackpool.

Figures from Home.co.uk * suggest that the average selling...

A FORMER factory site in Southport has blossomed into a new neighbourhood with half of the homes now sold. Ahead of the Southport Flower Show (August 17 – 20), Elan Homes is helping plant the seed for a speedy move to a new home at Balmoral Gardens with

A FORMER factory site in Southport has blossomed into a new neighbourhood with half of the homes now sold.

Ahead of the Southport Flower Show (August 17 – 20), Elan Homes is helping plant the seed for a speedy move to a new home at Balmoral Gardens with a package of summer savings, available subject to terms and conditions.

The homebuilder began work to transform the site of...

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