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Buy-to-Let still proving to be a sound investment

The buy-to-let market has had somewhat of a difficult time over the past few years due to changes in government legislation and taxation. Since July this year, however, the number of buy-to-let mortgages being approved has risen considerably and is proving that there is life in the market for those looking to invest.

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Everything you need to know about the Bank of Mum and Dad

There are huge lenders in the mortgage market around the United Kingdom, with high-street names competing fiercely with one another for potential business. One of the largest current lenders may well surprise you...

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How does the General Election affect property?

Over the past few years, Brexit has dominated the political landscape of the United Kingdom, but for the next month the general election will take up the headlines. Here, we investigate what the general election, and its result, could mean for the property market.

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Borrowers continue to enjoy competitive mortgage rates

Whilst the mortgage industry continues to face difficulties when it comes to finding good returns, borrowers are continuing to benefit from low rates, according to the latest month-on-month data.

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This is the last month to open a Help-to-Buy ISA

This is the last month that Help-to-Buy ISAs can be opened before they end on November 30th, with no new applicants accepted onto the scheme past this period. If you have any aspirations of getting onto the property ladder, now is the time to open your account - you only need to deposit £1!

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Landlord winter property guide

As we head towards the Winter months, now is the optimum time for landlords to prepare for the potential issues that may arise from the harsher weather. Spending a little time and effort now may well save money further down the line in the event of an accident or repair cost. Here’s our list of essential landlord checks

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Christmas Lights Switch On

Fri 29 Nov 2019 17:30

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Art Fair East at St Andrew's Hall

Fri 29 Nov - Sun 1 Dec 2019 10:30 to 17:00

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Our guide on 'gazumping' and how to avoid it happening to you.

If you’re looking for a new home, or are looking for your first home, then “gazumping” may be a term that you aren’t particularly familiar with. Essentially, gazumping is when you have had an offer accepted by a seller, and are in the midst of the buying process, when another buyer comes along and offers a higher price, effectively stealing (or gazumping) the sale.

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The importance of realistic asking prices

Recent analysis from comparison site Zoopla has shown the benefits that are reaped when a property is priced correctly rather than over-ambitiously, with overvalued properties taking up to two months longer to sell.

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Tips on selling as the days get shorter

As the days get shorter, it is more important than ever to present your property in an appealing manner if you are going to attract potential buyers. With that in mind, we have put together some season-specific advice to help you find a buyer…

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Government announces reforms to planning and Help-to-Buy

Housing secretary James Brokenshire has recently unveiled his plans to introduce new quality controls on housebuilders, whilst also implementing new legislation to try to prevent developers from selling houses on a leasehold basis through Help-to-Buy.

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Deepdale Christmas Market 2019

Fri 29 Nov 2019 onwards, 10:00 to 17:00

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