Each week, I record a Vlog, looking at the latest property news, topics of interest regarding all things property, interesting listings both here at Maddisons and across the country, and local events. I also publish a Blog every few weeks looking at a property related subject in more detail. Links to these items can be found either below or, if you navigate to the pages listed on the right.
Latest VLOG from Deborah
Maddisons Vlog 15.01.19
When I recorded my VLOG, it was Tuesday morning and so I was unaware of the result of Tuesday evening’s important vote. What a lot has happened since then! Theresa May’s BREXIT deal voted down in the largest defeat ever for a sitting government, and a vote of no confidence from Jeremy Corbyn, which she…
Latest from the Blog
Interpreting your survey
Buyers clearly need to make informed choices when it comes to deciding which property to buy and at what price, although only about one in five people in England and Wales commissions a survey (source: RICS). However, we find that buyers can be unnecessarily disappointed and alarmed by the survey report simply because they are…
Understanding Leasehold and Share of Freehold Properties
There are many reasons why buying a flat is the perfect option for many people. It could be that they are first-time buyers trying to get onto the property ladder, they may want to downsize, add to an investment property portfolio, or have a UK base that they can “lock up and leave”. If you…
What Type of Mortgage Is Right For You?
On 2nd August 2018, the base interest rate in the UK was raised from 0.5% to 0.75%. This is the highest rate seen since 2009. However, even with this rise, mortgage rates are incredibly low and so there are still plenty of great deals out there for anyone with a mortgage or those hoping to…
Autumn – A Good Time To Sell and Buy Property
October signals the heart of Autumn, with temperatures a little cooler, the evenings drawing in and a plethora of seasonal colours, reds, golds, oranges and yellows. House hunters are incredibly active. Autumn offers plenty of opportunities for buyers and sellers The Advisory.co.uk describes September 7th through to the middle of November as a “Good” time…
Death of the High Street Estate Agent?
No one can deny that the way we now search for a property has changed. Gone are the days of walking down your local high street, calling into every estate agent and registering your property search requirements. With the rise of Rightmove, Zoopla and other internet search portals, your dream property is just a click…