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How to be an expert first time buyer……………..
By the end of reading this post you’ll be perfectly set to go out and buy your first property. (if you’re buying a flat, read my blog on leasehold properties) So here we go……… Buying your first property isn’t an …
3 simple truths about estate agency.
1. In a given area, most estate agents will have exactly the same buyers list. Exactly the same. Who only goes to one estate agent when looking for a property? 2. Buyers don’t care about your estate agent. They just …
How frequently should you contact estate agents when you’re looking for a property?
I get asked this question a lot so thought I’d do a quick blog on it. When buying somewhere, the amount of time and effort you put in to your search will dictate the number of opportunities you have. If …
Are you one of the many facing the downsizing dilemma?
I have met and am helping advise to many people that are currently going through the process of deciding if downsizing is the right thing to do, or not. Some people are thinking forward knowing that they will have to …
The pro’s and con’s of differing estate agency models.
There are many options for you to choose from when selling a property. They range from a DIY service to a fully fledged bells and whistles offering from a local expert; and near about everything between. The hard thing to …
Saying “I told you so….” is not fun.
I try my best to give clear, concise information so that people can make good decisions when selling. If you book a valuation with us, it’s highly likely we’ll send you a quick guide as to what questions to ask …
Southbourne prices are sky-rocketing….
So, it feels very difficult for buyers right now in BH6. Prices have shot up massively in the last year to 18 months. But what is the reality? Here are the stats. Supply has dropped off slightly in 4-bed and …
The story of Mrs Smith………………..
I see a lot of things in estate agency. It’s an incredibly varied world of mystery where the truth is often held in a place until ultimately it’s too late. I’ve met too many smart people in incredibly frustrating situations. …
The 5 questions to ask an estate agent on valuation.
Estate agency is a very, very simple process that can be made unnecessarily complicated by those working within it. So how do you keep things clear and you get the information you need in order to make an educated decision …
The benefits of buyer profiling.
We’ve been doing this with amazing results for years. It’s not something I’ve ever heard another estate agent mention, let alone do, so thought I’d write a very quick blog on it. I don’t wish to give away all our …
