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Does your home look 'Cheap'? Why 1 in 3 Brits would 'swipe left' on your home before even opening the front door

New research reveals the small details making homes look cheaper than they are

UK homeowners may be unknowingly making their properties look cheaper and less valuable than they really are, according to new research.

A nationwide survey commissioned by The Bespoke Sign House found that more than a quarter of buyers (27%) have instantly ruled out a property based on its...

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Unwrap your dream home with part exchange scheme at Wallace View

Independent housebuilder Dandara has recently launched a fresh Part Exchange scheme which offers valuable assistance to buyers in selling their existing homes, facilitating a seamless transition to a brand-new Dandara home at Wallace View in Dunblane, Stirling.

With the Part Exchange scheme, potential purchasers can be at ease knowing there is a chain free guaranteed buyer for their...

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Bungalows still popular despite 80-year construction low

Bungalow construction has reached an 80-year low according to new figures released by the NHBC*. Only 228 bungalows were registered in the third quarter of 2023, down 70% from 2022.

Despite being one of the least-built house types in the country, bungalows consistently score well with downsizers, with 60% of over 65s interested in moving to one**. To help meet demand, Dandara...

South Shields retirement living development receives revamp in time for Christmas

Residents and staff of Frank Bushell House in South Shields have celebrated the completion of a refurbishment programme within the retirement living development ahead of the festive season.

Registered social housing provider, Riverside, appointed Esh Construction to deliver the £1 million scheme earlier this year as part of a wider programme of investment into retirement living...

Dandara spreads Christmas cheer at Edinburgh Children's Hopsital

Christmas has come early for the children and families supported by Edinburgh Children’s Hospital Charity (ECHC), thanks to a gift from independent housebuilder Dandara. With developments across East Scotland, the housebuilder has donated £500 to the charity, along with a selection of Christmas gifts, kindly organised by the staff at Dandara East Scotland.

ECHC transforms the...

Understanding the Role of an Auction Conveyancing Solicitor in Property Transactions

An auction conveyancing solicitor is a specialist property lawyer whose expertise lies in dealing with property auctions. Their expertise extends beyond traditional property transactions, honing in on the distinct requirements and challenges posed by the auction environment. Their familiarity with auction-specific documentation, such as legal packs and auction catalogues, allows them to...

Be in your new home for Christmas by buying through auction

Property experts, My Auction , say there is still time to find your new home and be in by Christmas. Buying a home through a property auction allows sales to complete in just 28 days, which leaves just enough time to find and secure your dream home and move in before Christmas Day.

Stuart Collar-Brown, founder and director of My Auction, said: “We have seen an increase in lots coming...

MP Peter Gibson meets award-winning Darlington Site Manager at nearby development

Darlington MP Peter Gibson recently met with local award-winning Site Manager, Scott Iveson, to learn more about Scott’s accolade for his hard work on Barratt Homes’ The Orchard at West Park.

MP Peter Gibson was welcomed onto the development by Barratt Developments North East’s Managing Director Carl Sobolewski, Construction Director Scott Lester, and Pride In The Job award-winner...

New show home and winter incentives unveiled at popular Fontwell development

Independent housebuilder Dandara has unveiled its latest show home at its Fontwell Meadows development in Fontwell, where prospective buyers can see what the peaceful village has to offer.

The recently unveiled show home, The Osbourne, includes four bedrooms and two bathrooms, along with a garage and two parking spaces. The home features an open-plan kitchen/dining room with large...

First-time buyer guide: Five top tips to buy your first home at a new-build development in Yorkshire

Barratt Homes and David Wilson Yorkshire East supports first time buyers in Yorkshire with its top tips on purchasing a new-build home.

Around 58% of individuals aged 18-39 who do not currently own homes are thought to remain optimistic about their dream of purchasing a home within the next decade, despite the ongoing cost of living challenges¹.

Additionally, in recent...

Dandara spreads holiday cheer with wreath giving to local charity

Members at WADE Day Care Centre are getting in the Christmas spirit thanks to a donation of wreath making kits from local housebuilder Dandara, who is building new homes nearby at its Oakwood Place development in Spencers Wood.

WADE Day Care Centre is a community-driven charity dedicated to providing vital support for individuals aged sixty and above in Wokingham and its neighbouring...

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