The shortage of properties in the UK
2 minute read posted by The Edward Ashdale TeamThe shortage of properties in the UK has always been a major topic, however local authorities consistently refuse permission for new developments, yet claim they are doing the opposite. The reality is the need for AFFORDABLE...
Will I be able to afford a property in London in the next 5 years?
2 minute read posted by The Edward Ashdale TeamIt’s possible the outer areas seemingly better value will see London property values slide even further, how far who knows. Only recently we heard for the first time in the press it is no longer “Location, Location,...
Stamp Duty - Residential Property Rates
2 minute read posted by The Edward Ashdale TeamStamp Duty has now become an excellent tax collector for the government and the additional 3% rate for second homes has certainly slowed down the investment market. To add to that, the new tax laws regarding rental income and...
What should I look for in a property?
2 minute read posted by The Edward Ashdale TeamA question asked by the many and answered by very few. It's hard, especially as a first-time buyer, to understand the best way to invest in a property. When buying a property there's a whole host of different personal factors to...
Is now the time to buy property?
2 minute read posted by The Edward Ashdale TeamIf you're someone who likes to educate themselves on the economics of our country and more specifically, property, then you'll most certainly be aware of Brexit. In fact, if you haven't heard of Brexit it's likely you've been...
Prices going nowhere as pace of housing inflation slows to four-year low
1 minute read posted by The Edward Ashdale TeamThe amount of time that the housing market has continued to grow is leaving many people unable to purchase or stay in their homes. The price of homes finally caught a break last month when the market went down a measurable amount...
Housing Watch: Isn’t house purchase a right, not a privilege?
1 minute read posted by The Edward Ashdale TeamThe current housing market continues to rise whilst wages are struggling to match. This creates a problem by making it difficult for the 18-34 year old generation to buy a house. Currently, deposits for homes range from 32,000...
Over 200,000 long-term empty homes in England - and not only in London
1 minute read posted by The Edward Ashdale TeamLong term unoccupied homes in England now top a whopping 200,000 plus. A scarcity of new homes for sale has seen housing prices rise at a time when wages struggle to keep up. This is leading to a steadily increasing number of...
London house prices: average asking prices fall at biggest rate in 8 years
2 minute read posted by The Edward Ashdale TeamAs you well know London's housing market is always on the move. The past few years have seen considerable price movements for both buyer and sellers and the following article in London's Evening Standard makes for interesting...
How to avoid leaving your property vulnerable while you're on holiday
1 minute read posted by The Edward Ashdale TeamHouse-sitting is an increasingly growing way many people are using in order to leave their place of residence without it being vulnerable to theft, long term-damage from housing problems, and to have pets taken care of. This peace...