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Winter warmth, summer cool: five ways to prepare your home

After a scorching summer, a new report shows that 35% of Brits feel as though their home is unsuitable for the climate we now live in. With the priority now shifting to staying warm and comfortable this winter ahead of looming energy bill increases, MyBuilder.com , the reliable way to hire tradespeople, is advising homeowners to consider upgrades that both warm in winter - and stay cool in summer....

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Home selling scents - The smells that could win or lose you a sale

While myths of baking bread to secure the sale of your home might have some truth behind them, the latest research by homebuying platform, Yes Homebuyers , has revealed that good old fashioned fresh air is the scent most likely to secure a buyer, while cigarette smoke and blocked drains will have them heading for the hills.

Yes Homebuyers surveyed 1,688 homebuyers who have purchased...

The North West is driving the detached property price boom

The latest research by Ascend Properties has revealed that it is, in fact, the property market in the North West that’s leading the lockdown, detached property price boom, not a London exodus.

Ascend Properties analysed sold price records since lockdown was implemented on the 23rd March 2020 and February 2021 (latest available data), as well as during the same time period prior to...

The prime(ish) London postcodes with far from prime property prices

The latest research from London lettings and estate agent, Benham and Reeves , has revealed the London postcodes within or close to prime neighbourhoods where homebuyers have been snapping up a bricks and mortar bargain over the last year.

Benham and Reeves analysed sold price records over the last year at postcode level across prime London areas such as Kensington and Chelsea,...

Leasehold homes offering a leg-up to homebuyers

While the current stamp duty holiday has led to a turbocharged property market, an uplift in buyer activity has pushed house prices ever higher, making it even more difficult for aspiring homebuyers to climb the ladder.

Research from Warwick Estates shows that leasehold homes could hold the key to homeownership for many as they present a far more affordable foot on the ladder....

Elan Acquires First Lancashire Site For Housing

ELAN Homes is expanding and moving into Lancashire with the acquisition of its first site in the county.

Headquartered in Cheshire, Elan’s Northern business currently has sites across Merseyside, Greater Manchester and Staffordshire.

The privately-owned homebuilder has now acquired a 10.1 acre site in the southern suburbs of Blackpool from the well-known regional developer,...

BELLWAY LAUNCHES NEW HOMES SCHEME IN SHINFIELD

With the demand for new homes outstripping supply in the South East, house buyers looking for a well-connected location will be delighted to know about the launch of 98 new homes in Shinfield, Berkshire. Bellway Homes is unveiling its latest scheme, Long Acre , on April 10th and both three and four bedroom show homes will be available to...