Single Joint Experts can be a cost effective alternative
Partly as a result of the Woolfe reforms in the late 90s, the drive toward limiting the cost of civil litigation gave birth to “the single joint expert” (SJE). Over the last 10-15 years, property disputes involving matrimonial disputes, have been sorted through the Solicitors acting for each party whereby each side together agrees […]
Residential property uncertainly creates opportunity to remortgage at preferential rate
There is currently technical uncertainty in the residential property valuations profession and in the current climate of residential property generally, including the buy-to-let market. The primary drivers include: Brexit; Stamp duty rises on second homes; and Tax breaks removed on previously exempt items for residential property investments, particularly interest on […]
The Guild comments on the Autumn Budget
Briefly discussing the housing market in his third Budget as chancellor, Phillip Hammond announced that he will extend the cancellation of stamp duty for first-time homebuyers on properties up to £300,000 to first-time buyers of shared ownership properties valued up to £500,000. He also stated that the measure would be retrospective, so that any first-buyer […]
Why choose a Relocation Agent Network member?
Relocation Agent Network is a division of Cartus, the premier provider of global relocation services. In 2017, Cartus managed nearly 162,000 moves around the world and in the UK; they use Network members to help relocating families move home. As a national network of selected estate agents, all our members are independent […]
How to turn your homes weaknesses into strengths
To make your home appeal to the widest range of buyers, identify its strengths and weaknesses. Here are some of the most common property weaknesses and how you can turn them into strengths. Weakness: The windows are outdated. Hanging new curtains is an easy way to update your property. Install a simple […]
Singaporean developer snaps up City tower in £385m deal
Singaporean-listed City Developments Limited (CDL) has acquired a 26-storey tower overlooking the Bank of England for £385m from Blackstone Group. The deal, announced today, represents one of the largest single asset sales in the City of London this year. The property at 125 Old Broad Street occupies a site of 0.7 acres directly overlooking the […]
From the lowest to the highest – how high street agents’ fees add up across the country
The table below shows the lowest and highest percentage fees, and what that on average works out to, based on Land Registry prices as at the second quarter of this year. Lowest traditional estate agent fees in the UK 1) Glasgow and Leicester 0.84% (£1,042) and (£1,577) 2) Edinburgh 0.89% (£2,127) […]
What are the 10 biggest turn-offs for home buyers?
When it comes to selling your property, making a good first impression is imperative. Our Guild agents share their expertise and identify the top 10 biggest turn-offs for prospective buyers and how to avoid them. 1.Clutter Clutter is not only distracting, but it could indicate that the property does not have adequate storage. […]
Should you buy, sell or trade up before Brexit?
There is no doubt that Brexit has already had an impact on the property market with many adopting a wait-and-see approach until the final deal has been made. As March 2019 and a final decision edges closer, many people are wondering whether they should take advantage of the current situation and buy or trade up, […]
Don’t Just Move, Relocate.
If you are thinking about moving to a new area, near or far away, then we’re the estate agent for you. As members of Relocation Agent Network, we’ve been hand picked as being, in Relocation Agent Network’s opinion, Islington’s Local Expert. This means that we’ve met the Network’s strict criteria to become a Relocation Agent, […]