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Auctioneering has been on the rise in recent years thanks to shows such as ‘Storage Wars’ and ‘Homes Under The Hammer’, and more and more homeowners are considering putting their property to auction. However there are pros and cons to living by the gavel, and we’re here to provide you with some key information supporting… Read more »
It’s fair to say that buying and selling a house is rarely a straightforward process. But, with the right know-how and levels of support from the solicitors and estate agents involved, it can be made a whole lot easier. At Readings, our Leicestershire estate agents have many years of real estate experience, which we can… Read more »
Moving house is an incredibly stressful time, so we at Readings have tried to make it a little easier on you. We’ve created a downloadable change of address checklist for you to work your way through during the moving process. We hope this makes the process a little easier for you, and don’t forget to treat yourself… Read more »
Take a peek at the infographic we’ve created below that details twelve facts about the property market in Leicester! You can find out the average price of a newly built home in the region, the percentage increase of property prices in the last year and also several facts about ourselves! (We have also included a… Read more »
As you may or may not be aware, Readings sell property, let property, value property, survey property and auction property! But what do estate agents as a whole actually do? Market your home We at Readings will gather all the relevant information about your property; take professional imagery, gather room dimensions and write up a description to entice… Read more »
When you’re looking to buy or sell in the near future, it’s always a good idea to keep one eye on the property price forecast for the next 5 years to ensure you make the right decision. Ever since an outcome was reached on Brexit, it’s been widely known that this would affect the UK… Read more »
Whether you’re looking to sell or buy a property in Leicestershire, it always pays to fully get your head around the Leicester Property Market before you start. That way you can be sure that you’re getting the best deal. When it comes to selling your home, getting a good valuation is vital, but, as well… Read more »
It’s been a great year for property. Not only have we had some fabulous houses for sale in Leicester, but Leicester house prices have been on the up too. This all comes despite the looming figure of Brexit which left many concerned for a detrimental effect on the market. In 2017, the East Midlands did… Read more »
The Leicester property market was given a huge boost after the Chancellor’s Autumn budget announcement today. There’s been very little to excite us in recent times with regards to budget announcements but we believe the Stamp Duty news will really help the local Leicester property market, James, Readings Sales Director comments: “The Chancellor’s announcement to exempt… Read more »
Spring, the season of new beginnings is a favourite time to sell but there’s good reasoning to sell your house in September too. “Why?” I hear you ask. Well, it’s simple really! Upsizers (usually families) tend to look for a larger property at three times of the year: autumn, spring and early summer which surprise,… Read more »
Rightmove have just published their House Price Index which gives an overview of house prices and recent activity in the property market. In summary, the report states: Prices of property coming to market have hit a record high First-time buyer sector is driving growth, up 6.5% annually to new record of £194,881 The report shows… Read more »
Moving house is often a challenging time. From putting your home up for sale and waiting for potential buyers to receiving or making an offer, followed by completion and eventually the move, it can be a long old process! It’s easy to see why many people believe moving can rank up there with divorce and… Read more »
It’s always nice to hear a bit of good news, especially when it comes to one of the most expensive things we might buy in our lifetime. And it’s even better news, in these cash strapped times, when we hear it could make us money! There are certainly some exciting things happening in house buying… Read more »
As the saying goes an Englishman’s home is his castle. So, when you choose a place to live, whether it’s a one bed flat or a 12 bed mansion, it’s got to be a place that’s right for you for it to feel like home. And again, when it comes time to move on, it’s… Read more »
Recent news articles have uncovered statistics which show that while home ownership figures in the UK have dropped to it’s lowest level in 25 years, the number of those living in private rented accommodation has almost doubled. Renting your home it seems has never been more popular, with more and more people looking for rental… Read more »
Leicestershire is a delightful county, set right in the heart of England, with the sort of rolling countryside and beautiful towns and villages that make it a lovely place to live. And, if city living is your dream, then there are some fantastic homes dotted around Leicester too. When it comes to estate agents Leicester… Read more »
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