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UK House Prices up in July and for the year

Director of Benham and Reeves, Marc von Grundherr, commented:

"The monthly rate of house price growth has been unpredictable of late, however, July saw the decline of the previous month reversed and we continue to see a consistently strong performance where the annual rate of growth is concerned - which is a far better indicator of the health of the market.

This overarching air of positivity...

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Why Your Industrial Building Requires a Roof Light System

Industrial buildings serve a multitude of purposes, from manufacturing and warehousing to logistics. One essential feature that can significantly benefit such structures is a roof light system. These systems, comprised of strategically placed skylights or roof windows, offer a range of advantages that can enhance both the functionality and efficiency of your industrial facility. Tritec...

Bristol renters invited to first-time buyer event by luxury developer

First time buyers are invited to an exclusive event to encourage them to purchase their first home, as figures show that the average cost of renting a property in Bristol has risen by 60% in recent years.

The event will take place at City & Country’s stylish Factory No. 1 development from 10am - 4pm on Saturday the 20th of January.

New data from the Office of National...

Damp and mould changes – a landlord’s responsibility

By Allison Thompson, National Lettings Managing Director, Leaders Romans Group

Damp and mould are two of the most common issues in rented properties, with surface mould caused by condensation one of the main problems.

When a property is not ventilated properly, excess moisture in the air can’t escape and it will settle on cooler surfaces.

If it’s not wiped away,...

Wavendon Football Club Thrives with a Two-year Sponsorship Boost from Dandara Kit Donation

Woburn and Wavendon FC has received a new kit sponsorship deal for the next two years from local housebuilder Dandara, who is currently building homes nearby at its Abbots Place development in Wavendon.

The sponsorship has provided brand new Dandara branded kits for three teams, the U11 Hurricanes (boys), the U10 Lionesses Blues (girls) and the U10 Lionesses Clarets (girls)....

Two new show homes unveiled at sought after Berkshire village

Independent housebuilder Dandara is set to unveil two new show homes at its Oakwood Place development in Spencers Wood, where prospective buyers can see what life in the picturesque village has to offer.

The show homes will open their doors to house hunters on Saturday the 20th and Sunday the 21st of January providing them with the chance to explore the new development.

The...

How Much Mortgage Can I Get On My Salary?

The average deposit percentage for UK first-time buyers was 21% in 2022, meaning they would have to take out the remaining 79% as a mortgage. ( source )

However, not everyone might be eligible to get a mortgage for this amount. So, the question becomes: how much mortgage can I get on my salary?

The amount of mortgage you can afford depends heavily on your income and...

Construction nears completion at Pembers Hill Park in Hampshire

Building work is almost complete at Pembers Hill Park in the Hampshire village of Fair Oak.

Drew Smith Homes, part of Vistry Group, has built 242 new homes at the location, including 85 affordable properties for rent or shared ownership, as well as renovating three existing buildings as homes.

There are now just 18 houses remaining for sale, including the three refurbished...

Homebuilder donates play equipment to Knaresborough nursery

Local Homebuilder, Barratt and David Wilson Homes Yorkshire West has backed a local Knaresborough nursery with a £500 play equipment donation.

With more than two decades of experience, Kids at Heart has been providing children in Knaresborough, Ripon, Boroughbridge, Harrogate and the surrounding areas with a fully-rounded nursery experience, from newborns to school-aged children....

Build to Rent and its potential to deliver community benefits, including affordable housing by Andy Jones, Group Director, Corporate & Build to Rent, Leaders Romans Group (LRG)

The concept of Build to Rent (BTR) and more specifically, its regional iteration, BTR suburban communities, is a relatively new property type. BTR, together with private market housing and affordable housing, falls within the C3 Use Class. But developers and operators of this innovative form of property development are now asking the question, should it be bound by the same limitations as...

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How to Identify Locations for Sustainable New Settlements by Matt Clarke, Director, Boyer, and Head of Boyer’s Colchester office

This is, of course, the “million dollar question” when it comes to pin-pointing sites that could be successfully promoted and developed as new settlements or strategic urban extensions.

Based on experience of strategic sites that I have been involved in the promotion of during my time at Boyer, I would say that for both standalone new settlements and larger urban extensions a crucial...

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