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Half of homebuyers still hitting the streets to find properties missed by online portals

Nearly half of UK homebuyers still rely on physically exploring neighbourhoods to find their dream home, according to new research from The Property DriveBuy.

The survey of 1,133 recent buyers, commissioned by The Property DriveBuy, found that while online platforms dominate the house-hunting process, they are far from the only method used.

An overwhelming 97% of respondents said they...

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When is a new-build no longer a new-build?

Research from property developer, Stripe Property Group , has looked at when a new-build is officially no longer a new-build and what losing new-build status could mean for those looking to sell in the current market.

It is well-known that new-build homes command a hefty price premium. New-builds are modern, fresh, energy efficient, and built with the latest techniques and materials...

Woodworking Barn, Ritson, near Totnes, Devon

Choice of barn conversions in idyllic South Hams spot

The Totnes branch of Rendells, the long-established and highly regarded firm of chartered surveyors, auctioneers, valuers, land and estate agents, is thrilled to offer for sale a choice of newly created, detached luxury barn conversions set within the idyllic hamlet of Ritson, just 15 minutes from the towns of Dartmouth, Totnes and Kingsbridge in the South Devon countryside.

The 18th...

Discover How To Make An Easy Move To A New Build Home

HOMEOWNERS are invited to join Elan Homes this weekend (March 25-26) to discover the easy way of moving to a new build home near Lytham.

The homebuilder is hosting a special EasyMove event at its Redwood Gardens development on the Fylde peninsular to help sellers secure a buyer quickly and simply so that they can then buy an energy efficient new home.

There’s even the chance...

Enjoy An Easy Move To An Energy Efficient Home In Southport

SWITCHING from a drafty older property to an energy efficient new home in Southport could be as easy as visiting Balmoral Gardens this Saturday (March 25).

Elan Homes is hosting a special EasyMove event to help homeowners sell up and move quickly and simply to the popular development.

Sales director Marie Morris explained: “The sales rate of our new homes in Southport...

Let-to-let explained (what it is and why it's beneficial)

By Emma Wells, Managing Director Lettings (North), Leaders Romans Group

With the current property and mortgage market a little uncertain just now, it might be worth doing so a bit at a time if you do need to move.

What is let-to-let?

Instead of selling your current home and buying a new one, you could look at letting out your own home and renting one that's more...

Lower Your Energy Bills In A New Home in Longridge

SOLAR panels and a south facing garden mean the latest release from Anwyl Homes in Longridge is sure to be hot property with those hoping to reduce their energy bills.

Latest research from the HBF suggests those living in a new house could save around £3,100 on the energy bills compared to people in older equivalents.

All new Anwyl homes at Stonebridge Fold achieve a minimum...

Boost To Help home Buyers in Abberley

FIRST time buyers in Worcestershire could find they’re able to spread their wings and fly the nest to a new home in Abberley with help from Elan Homes.

As the final countdown of new homes at Three Js continues, the homebuilder is offering a move-enabling ‘mortgage paid for a year’ incentive, worth up to £12,000.

It’s available on selected two-bedroom Ledbury style homes,...

83% of homesellers experience stress related health problems

The latest research by digital upfront property pack provider, Moverly , has found that 83% of home sellers to have sold a property in the last year experienced at least one health issue related to stress, with the protracted and uncertain period between accepting an offer and completing on a sale the primary factor behind their stress related health problems.

We all know that...

£1,500 available to registered charities in West and South Yorkshire

Local Homebuilder, Barratt Developments Yorkshire West is continuing to support the communities in which it builds by offering £1,500 to registered charities from across West and South Yorkshire as part of its monthly Community Fund initiative.

The Community Fund sees Barratt Developments Yorkshire West support a different charity every month with a donation of up to £1,500 to aid...

Elan Offers To Lower The Cost of Living in Southport

FIRST time buyers have seized the opportunity to live mortgage free for a year in a new build home in Southport. Elan Homes is offering to boost buyers’ budgets by covering the mortgage repayments on selected homes at Balmoral Gardens for 12 months. The deal is worth up to £12,000.

Marie Morris, sales director for Elan Homes in the North, said: “Located in the Churchtown area of...

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