What the Stamp Duty Changes mean for Property Sales in Altrincham
Stamp Duty changes are coming. From 1 April 2025, the changes to Stamp Duty Land Tax as announced in the Labour budget, will commence. We run through what the changes to the thresholds are, including the changes for first-time buyers. We also look at what …
Local Schools Data on our Property Listings
We list local schools data on the property listings on our website, to help you find the right school in the area you’re looking to move to. Find out more about this wonderful, helpful tool and why we decided to invest in it for our …
Focus on the local area for property success
Why should you focus on the local area for property success? And what difference does a local, independent estate agent make when handling property matters? We answer these questions whether you’re buying, selling or renting a property in the local Altrincham area. Read on to …
Selling your home in winter
You might be thinking whether selling your home in winter is a good idea. After all, everyone knows that spring is the time when property sales ramp up. But let us tell you that there are advantages to selling in winter. Getting your property on …
Predicted property market trends for 2025
We look at the predicted property market trends for 2025. With a new government and the recent budget, what do experts think next year will look like for the housing market? Read on to find out… House prices and the impact of stamp duty This …
The Autumn Budget 2024 from a property perspective
Well, the Autumn Budget 2024 which took place on Wednesday 30th October has been one of a few firsts. It was the first from a Labour chancellor for fourteen years. It was also the first ever budget from a female chancellor in history. But what …
The Forthcoming Renters’ Rights Bill
Labour’s Renters’ Rights Bill is due to have its second reading in the House of Commons on 9th October 2024. At this reading, MPs will debate the bill before it continues on its way through Parliament. But what changes can we expect for the rental …
Are we seeing a shift in buyer preferences?
Are we starting to see a shift in buyer preferences in the current property market? Over the last couple of years, with Covid and the lockdowns, large homes with plenty of outdoor space and extra room for a home office were in demand. People were …
A Message from the Business Owner, Jennifer
As a business owner, it might be surprising that beyond running a busy estate agency, there is also family life to juggle! Yes, us women really can do it all! Through this message, I want to share with you, the exciting news of a new …
The new Labour government and their plans for the property market
With a new Labour government running the country, we take a look at some of their plans for the property market. Housebuilding The new Labour government has made one thing loud and clear from the start. They’ll put housebuilding back firmly on the agenda. So …