Low interest rate set to remain
The low interest rate environment the UK has experienced over the past decade is set to remain, although rates are anticipated to rise.The consensus forecast, based on the expectations of 18 different city and non-city analysts, expects interest...
Now's the time to sell if you want a new home for Christmas
The summer holidays have ended, the kids are back to school and the distractions of Euro 2020 and the Tokyo Olympics have gone.So, what have we got to look forward to?Christmas 2021!Yes, we know it seems a long way off, but if you’re thinking of...
Organic September: What is it and how can you get involved?
Did you know this month is Organic September? No? Well, now you do! So, what is it and how can you get involved? Organic September is a month-long campaign all about raising awareness of organic products and the people and brands who sell...
Back to OUTSTANDING School
Term starts this week for many of the nearly 8.8 million school children across England and Wales.School catchments play an important role for many when choosing a home, it was certainly a factor when we moved to Cambridgeshire. Across England and...
Don’t leave your back-to-school prep to the last minute
In less than a week September will be making an appearance (I know, where did the Summer go?) which only means one thing.(two if you love Autumn)BACK-TO-SCHOOL And when it arrives, you’ll be punching the air at the prospect of your little darlings...
Record-breaking house price growth
The UK experienced a 13.2% annual increase in house prices in June 2021. This is the largest annual increase recorded since 2004.The average price of a UK house now stands at a record high of £265,668, which is £30,965 higher than the same time...
Six home styling tips for sellers in St Neots and beyond
Presenting a home in its best light can significantly bump up the selling price and speed up the transaction. So why don’t all sellers dress their property for a successful sale?Surprisingly, many people don’t change a thing before they put their...
Mortgage approvals 21% higher than the 2014-2019 average
81,338 mortgages were approved in June 2021, 21% above the 2014 to 2019 June average.Despite house prices increasing to an all-time high, mortgage payments haven't followed suit. Mortgage rates are close to an all-time low, so affordability has...
The secrets behind what stops properties selling in St Neots and beyond
We’ve all heard the adage first impressions count. This is definitely the case when it comes to selling your home. Smart presentation is a must as it sets the tone for the whole viewing.Making a Bad ImpressionDoes your property entice strangers to...
Property pips gold for return on investment
Team GB are bringing home the medals at Tokyo 2020, but property rather than gold, has proved the best investment proposition in recent years.The average price of residential property has increased by 46% over the last 10 years, over DOUBLE that of...