Welcome to this week's edition of The Thistleblower.
Big stamp duty changes announced over the last week have helped to increase demand and activity in the already resurgent housing market. Within hours of the announcement, Rightmove experienced their busiest day for website traffic - ever.
Buyers are using the savings to bridge the difference between what they wanted to pay and what vendors would accept. Common sense is being applied by both sides to get deals done.
Our client managers all report significantly increased productivity in that we are now only doing business with people who are definite about whether they want to buy, or sell. Supply for property for sale or to let has not changed to any great degree but demand is much stronger this side of the lockdown period, with our buyer and tenant registrations increasing by 38% over the same period last year. This, coupled with the forecasted return of 90% loan to value mortgages will only continue to drive the market.
Our message is clear, if you want to sell or let your home then now is a great time to act both in terms of speed and securing a good price.
Ed Mackenzie Smith
Chairman
£10,000 discount from Bewley Homes comes to nurses aid
A delighted nurse and family have been able to buy their dream home near Guildford thanks to Bewley Homes’ Blue Light Card initiative which gives holders a £10,000 discount off any home.
The Blue Light Card initiative supports thousands of key workers in organisations in the front line including the armed forces, NHS workers, Fire Service and Police.
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Stamp Duty Holiday
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has today announced a Stamp Duty holiday, raising the level at which the tax is charged to £500,000.
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Last chance to buy at new developments
Two fantastic developments from our collection of new homes have final availability, ready to move into, with just one home remaining at each site.
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Excellent opportunities for Landlords
With a huge influx in demand for rental properties, it's a great time to enter the world of letting, with a wonderful opportunity for landlords to secure exceptional tenants.
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Spotlight on…Dan Franklin
Welcoming our driven new Senior Client Manager, Dan Franklin, to the team in Fleet.
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£2 Billion eco-friendly voucher scheme
£2 billion has been put aside by the government, with vouchers for environmental enhancements available to homeowners across England.
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A world of character
If you're looking for a home with character, we have a great selection of beautiful homes, all of which are in great condition.
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