Renters’ Rights Act
Jennifer Jameson
Read the upcoming changes to the Renters’ Rights Act, which have been confirmed by the government. These will commence on the 1st of May 2026. Below is a brief summary of the changes we feel may affect our landlords. We have tried to provide the necessary …
Inheritance Tax – Altrincham Residents pay some of the most in the country
Yes, when it comes to Inheritance Tax, recent data shows Altrincham ranks in the Top 10 nationally for the highest rates paid. This sees our community sitting alongside wealthy London neighbourhoods when it comes to inheritance tax bills. Find out more… Let’s look at the …
Did you buy your Altrincham home 20 years ago?
Did you buy your Altrincham home at least 20 years ago? And are you living mortgage free now? If you answer yes to both of these questions, then have you considered downsizing? Why would you want to downsize? By selling your current property and buying …
Changes to the EPC System
Changes to the EPC system took effect on 15th June 2025. This sees the introduction of RdSAP 10 and an update to the software used to assess the energy performance of existing residential buildings. The aim being to improve the overall accuracy of EPCs. We …
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 …
