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Thinking of moving? Countdown to Christmas
Friday, October 13, 2017
Traditionally, in autumn, our thoughts turn to moving. The kids are back at school, the weather is still mild and early evenings are still light enough for viewings. However, buyers, sellers, landlords and solicitors will all be keen to finalise property transactions before Christmas and the New Year, so with just 10 weeks to go it’s important to get moving! Selling your house or letting a property may seem daunting but there are ways to streamline the process, avoiding stress and financial penalties along the way. By enlisting professionals with expert knowledge and legal protection, you minimise the risks involved, and can save time and money.
Spotlight on Burnham - our estate agent’s view
Wednesday, October 11, 2017
Spotlight on Burnham - our estate agent’s view. The village of Burnham lies just west of Slough close to J7 of the M4. It has excellent transport links, with mainline railway stations at Burnham and Taplow, connecting to London Paddington, Slough and Reading. With the advent of Crossrail, journey times will improve even further and this has already contributed to the rise in property prices in the area.
Safe as houses?
Monday, October 9, 2017
As autumn fades the nights draw in. October is officially National Home Security Month (sponsored by Yale and with the support of the Thames Valley Police) and with a significant increase in burglaries once the clocks go back, it’s designed to raise awareness of home security by offering advice, information and support. Whether you are thinking of selling or staying put this winter, here are some tips from The Frost Partnership to keep you and your property “as safe as houses” giving your home added appeal in the process.
Chesham in Bloom silver award
Friday, October 6, 2017
Congratulations to our Chesham office which has been awarded Silver at “Chesham in Bloom” for their planter and hanging baskets. Chesham was one of the finalists in Britain in Bloom representing Thames and Chilterns as the best large town in the area.
Help to buy your own apartment in Staines-upon-Thames
Tuesday, October 3, 2017
Specialist house builder and brownfield developer Inland Homes is holding a ‘Help to Buy’ event at its popular Venture House and Voyager Place developments in Staines upon Thames this Saturday 7th October, from 10am to 5pm. Potential buyers are invited to come along and find out more about the Government’s Help to Buy scheme, which is available to assist with purchasing one of the final apartments. There will also be an independent financial advisor at the event between 12 and 3pm, who will be able to assist with any financial queries, and an independent solicitor for any legal questions.
A first for our Beaconsfield office!
Thursday, September 28, 2017
Franky Viccars from our Beaconsfield office recently had the honour of selling the home of a retired soldier, who served his country for 40 years in the Irish Guards. He was proud to be selected after several interviews to join the Royal Hospital, Chelsea as a Chelsea Pensioner where he joins some of the veterans he already knows, although at 75 years old he’s still one of the youngest!
