Is the property market in Maghull running out of steam?
by Kate GostelowIs the Maghull Property Market Running Out of Steam? In recent articles on the Maghull property market, I have been talking a lot about house prices over the last 12 months and 5 years in Maghull. When it comes to newspapers...
The 7 things house sellers in Maghull should (and shouldn’t) do in 2022.
by Kate GostelowThe 7 things house sellers in Maghull should (and shouldn’t) do in 2022. Reports in the press suggest that 1 in 5 homeowners are considering moving home in the next 18 months – that could mean around 2,000 homeowners in and...
Our 11-step guide to buying a property in the Maghull area
by Kate GostelowFinding your next home can sometimes be a bit overwhelming. You could be making one of the biggest purchases of your life, and you want to make sure that you’re doing the right thing. For you, it might all be about those...
Best & Finals – what are they and how do they work?
by Kate GostelowBest & Finals – what are they and how do they work? Sometimes, when a property generates a really significant amount of interest, Estate Agents will inform prospective buyers that the sale is going to ‘Best & Finals’. Best &...
Why are there so few houses for sale?
by Kate GostelowWhy are there so few houses for sale? 42% drop in the number of properties for sale in Maghull in the last 12 months. 111 homes have sold (STC) in Maghull in the last three months alone, taking the time from the FOR SALE board...
How has stamp duty changed?
by Kate GostelowChancellor Kwasi Kwarteng has announced permanent stamp duty cuts for some home-buyers in the ‘mini-budget’. Stamp duty is a tax payable to the government when you buy a home, or land, priced above a certain threshold in...
15 ways to prepare your home for the autumn season
by Kate Gostelow1. Deep clean the house We often think about giving the house a springclean but we forget that the autumn season is an ideal time for a deep clean, too. Give the windows a good clean, wipe down the skirting boards, and dust
Want to sell by Christmas? Then list your home now
by Kate GostelowIf you want to sell your home before Christmas, there is still time – just. Our latest research shows home-sellers need to have their property on the market by the end October and follow our tips for a speedy sale. Homeowners...
Are solar panels worth the money?
by Kate GostelowThinking about getting solar panels? They can be a great way to save on energy bills but there’s a lot to weigh up. Here’s our guide to solar panels and whether they’re worth the cost. Solar panels are a popular way to...
Will mortgage rates keep rising and should I remortgage now?
by Kate GostelowThe number of deals available has also fallen but it is still worth remortgaging if you are coming to the end of your deal. Key takeaways Mortgage rates rose for the 11th month in a row in September and the level of choice fell as...