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Posted on Wednesday, July 5, 2017 | Buying

Up-and-coming areas in the UK

How do you find an up-and-coming hot spot? Maybe it is an electrification of a train line, good schools or perhaps it is just a natural expansion of a town, city or village. In reality, it is probably a combination of all these factors....

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Posted on Wednesday, June 28, 2017 | Buying

What should all first-time buyers know about purchasing a property?

Navigating the property market can be difficult for anyone, but it is particularly daunting for first-time buyers. There are lots of hoops to jump through, paperwork to be completed, and tense waiting to hear if your deal is going to go through....

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Posted on Wednesday, June 14, 2017 | Buying

The Top Ten Mistakes You're Making When Buying a House

Buying a new home is one of the most exciting things you can do. Between looking through beautiful new houses and choosing the perfect area, it’s easy to get caught up in the thrill of new-home ownership. However, ignoring the details could end...

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Posted on Wednesday, June 14, 2017 | Market Reports

Guild's CEO has concerns over appointment of new Housing Minister

Alok Sharma was named the latest Housing Minister on the evening of 13 June 2017.  The MP for Reading West is the 6th person in the role since 2010.  But what will it mean for the housing market? The Guild's CEO, Iain McKenzie,...

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Posted on Friday, June 9, 2017 | Market Reports

Election result 2017: what will it mean for the housing market?

The Guild's CEO, Iain McKenzie, weighs in on the election result - and what it could mean for the property market.  _ The UK wakes up today to the shock news that there is a hung parliament with no party winning the required 326...

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Posted on Wednesday, June 7, 2017 | Property Prices

House Prices in the South East

As part of our property spotlight series, we look at the South East Region considering average house prices, number of sales and the size of the market around the country. Using figures from Land Registry House Price Index data to...

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Posted on Wednesday, June 7, 2017 | Buying

VIDEO: what do you need to do before a property viewing?

Are you thinking of moving house soon? Property viewings can be a stressful situation as you need to assess the property and find out if it fits your requirements, all while trying to decide if this is 'the one'. We have made a handy video so you...

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Posted on Wednesday, June 7, 2017 | Buying

Zero-hour workers could soon find it easier to get a mortgage

Workers on zero-hour contracts could soon have the right to ask their employers to move them onto fixed hours, potentially making it easier for them to get a mortgage. Zero hours contracts don’t provide employees with a guaranteed...

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