September 2012

The new kerb appeal…

Isn't amazing how times have changed?  Over the years various television property programmes have always told us that initial kerb appeal was vitally important.  A freshly cut lawn, beautiful hanging baskets and a fresh coat of paint always did the job; it would encourage potential buyers to walk through the door, enticing them over the doorstep.  Now, according to a recent survey in the Daily...

Will the new planning laws affect housing prices?

The recent announcement by our Prime Minister that a relaxation in planning laws will give a massive boost to the economy and in particular, house prices, has met with mixed reviews to say the least.   In the past, when the housing market slowed down, people always extended rather than move to the house with the fourth bedroom.  In those days, money was cheap, plentiful and you could actually borrow...

How can I move without selling my house?

Thre are many reasons why people wish to move house other than they just want a bigger, smarter house. Schools, jobs, family commitments and being closer to elderly relatives can all determine where someone needs to live.  During the past 12 months,we at Cheshire and Co have been increasingly helping a number of people who need to move but cannot sell their house.  We have been able to let their current...

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