Welcome to the Thistleblower,
The local press as well as property related web sites, have all featured a number of articles commenting on the various stresses affecting the supply of property entering the market.
Whether it’s local communities concerned about a raft of proposed new developments, calls for stamp duty changes or EU legislation affecting the ability of local authorities to grant much needed planning consents, there is one common theme running through all these stories – the need for change.
A very good example of this are the genuine concerns raised by local communities about impending development. Whilst all – in most cases – agree the desperate requirement for much needed housing this is invariably followed by ‘not in our area’. The problem is that the development has to be in someone's 'back yard'. This will require compromise.
As local agents we confirm demand for housing in this area remains very strong and will, in our opinion, continue to do so due to the acute shortage of available property coupled with the popularity of this desirable area.
Ed Mackenzie Smith
Managing Director
On Saturday the 9th of August between 1 pm and 3 pm, we are holding an Open House for a chance to view this extensive four bedroom detached family home set at the end of a sought after cul de sac overlooking light woodland...
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This unique detached home in Ash has garaging for up to six vehicles and off street parking for several more making it an ideal property for any car enthusiast. In addition to this there is the added benefit of a large self contained timber outbuilding with double glazed windows, French doors and electric heating, perfect for those who work from home or as a workshop...
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Landlords deciding to sell leave some tenants with little choice of property The rise in property prices has had an interesting impact of the rental market locally with a definite shift in the availability of properties to let now being felt …
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This exceptional brand new two bedroom apartment has been skilfully crafted from the fabric of a beautiful Victorian building. Apartment 9 is one of a superb collection of luxury apartments at The Convent Farnborough where original features are abound with contemporary high specification finishes. Of three apartments available to rent at The Convent this is the last available...
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This beautiful two bedroom apartment in Hartley Wintney has the most wonderful feature of a beamed vaulted ceiling giving a stylish double height space. Part of a private gated development that was formed in 2006, the property was created as a result of the refurbishment of an original character building with many of the structural features retained…
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Win £250 by entering Mackenzie Smith Estate Agents Photography competition. That’s £250 for the top photos in both under and over 18’s age groups, plus another £250 for each winners choice of charity. The North East of Hampshire, including the village of Hook is surrounded by inspiration …
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We have two employees working for Virgin Media in Hook, Hampshire, each looking to rent a two bedroom house close to Virgin Media on Bartley Wood Business Park. Both applicants have a budget around £1000 – £1200 pcm...
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This three bedroom detached chalet bungalow in Mytchett has a fantastic addition of a self contained one bedroom annexe. The property is set on a corner plot with off street driveway parking for several vehicles. The rear garden has a patio, lawn, a garden shed and a timber summer house...
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In the last Thistleblower we invited you to take part in a survey of opinions on Stamp Duty. The survey found that 100% of respondents think that Stamp Duty (SDLT) thresholds need to be adjusted now. Read on to find out more about the results of the survey...
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