Government Pushes for Easier Mortgages – What This Means for First-Time Buyers in Wakefield.
The Government has just launched two consultations on how it could change the property buying and selling process in England and Wales. It has acknowledged that the process is too slow, too costly and too fragile.
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September marked a return to our normal routines after the summer break. Were our minds refocused on finding a new home? How have values changed? Here’s a summary of the property market as we head into the last third of 2025.
Over the past few years, Wakefield has become a go-to destination for buyers looking to escape the fast pace (and high prices) of bigger cities—without losing the convenience of commuting.
The significance of the 22nd September probably escaped your notice but you may already be feeling its effects. It’s the date the Autumn Equinox fell this year and from now until the Spring Equinox, nights will be longer than days.
As a small, independent estate agent, we understand the local market and seasonal trends. We've seen how autumn can offer the perfect blend of serious buyers, beautiful presentation opportunities, and a quieter, less competitive market.
New analysis has revealed an interesting shift in the purchasing habits of first-time buyers. Instead of buying a traditional starter home – a studio, a one-bedroom flat or a small terraced house – Barclays found a third of first-timer purchases are semi-detached homes.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming how many industries operate—and the property sector is no exception.
Earlier this year, Aviva published the results of its survey on how we use our garages. Of those UK garage owners questioned, 28% said they hardly ever used their garage to park their car.
And just like that, the seasons have changed. Meteorological summer officially ended on 31st August and wet, windy weather moved in without hesitation. While we’re keeping everything crossed for a return to calmer, drier conditions, there’s no escaping that autumn is here.
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