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After a long period of stability, mortgage rates have hardly been out of the news headlines. In September, everyone held their breath as the Bank of England – responsible for UK-wide monetary policy – made its latest announcement.

As estate agents with many years of experience under our belts, we have continued to help buyers and sellers whatever the market conditions. People will always need to move home but why people move very much depends on the market and wider financial implications.

If you are interested what is happening in the SK8 and SK3 property market, you do not want to miss our indepth monthly look at property prices, buyer and seller trends and what’s coming next and this month there is are some quite shocking stats that show a real shift in the market!

Move or improve? It’s a conundrum many homeowners face when the property market changes. For those thinking of staying put with an idea to extend, convert or perhaps replace their kitchen, it’s worth pricing up any improvements before you commit.

In August 2023, the National Trading Standards Estate & Letting Agency (NTSELA) team updated its guidance to consumers and property professionals regarding how a property’s status is described during the marketing process.

If you’re feeling nervous about home buying, you’re not alone. In our latest blog post, we’ll share some tips on how to overcome those home buying jitters and take the plunge into homeownership.

Thinking of selling or buying a home in SK8 or SK3? You do not want to miss the definitive guide to what’s happening in the local market. With live data covering house prices, buyer and seller sentiment, what’s selling and what’s not, we cover it all and this month there have been some very signifcant shifts you need to know! 

Getting ready to sell your home usually involves clearing out, tidying away and sorting out. Surprisingly, the ancient art of feng shui closely mirrors the above and its principles can help you prepare your property for sale. We explore exactly what feng shui is and single out the best bits of advice for home sellers.

Traditionally, home improvements would encompass new bathrooms, new kitchens and replacing pebble dash exteriors for smooth render but the green agenda has seen our property ‘to do’ list undergo a makeover of its own.

The ultimate guide to what is happening in the SK8 and SK3 property market, with live data about property prices, buyer and seller trends, if you are thinking of buying or selling a home in the Cheadle area you do not want to miss this. 

The biggest question we are being asked at the moment by home sellers and buyers is “what is happening in the Cheadle property market right now”  With so much noise, speculation and rising interest rates, we try to cut through the guff.

Problems with Japanese knotweed are well documented, with this invasive species sometimes preventing buyers from getting a mortgage on an affected property. While home movers are busy keeping an eye out for Japanese knotweed, they may be overlooking a different horticultural threat.