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What is ‘gazumping’ and how do I avoid it?
If you’re looking for a new home, or are looking for your first home, then “gazumping” may be a term that you aren’t particularly familiar with. Essentially, gazumping is when you have had an offer accepted by a seller, and are in the midst of the [...]
What are the top reasons for moving home?
With the weather getting warmer, property market activity tends to see a rise as many look to get the home move done and dusted before their holiday or before the kids have to go back to school. […]
Nearly half of over 55s would downsize to fund lifestyle
With more people living longer and ageing with much better health than ever before, those aged 55 and over are playing a key part in the national economy. Recent research from SunLife has surveyed this age group and found that nearly half would sell up in [...]
Welcome Jodie
Welcome to Jodie who has joined our busy Didsbury team as a Senior Negotiator.
Furnished vs Unfurnished
I wanted to talk through one of the most commonly asked questions from my Landlords - "furnished or unfurnished?" Please watch my video on what my advice would be dependant on location as well as the target audience you want your property to appeal to. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nLqLSlxHYoU It is most common [...]
BUY – TO – LET OPPORTUNITY – ALMA ROAD
I went to Levenshulme today to take a look at this great buy-to-let opportunity on Alma Road. This three bedroom terrace property is currently on the market for £185,000 and would be ready to let straight away for around £800.00 per calendar month. This would get you an amazing yield [...]
Welcome Iwona
Welcome to Iwona who has joined our busy Didsbury team as a Professional Viewer.
DEEPER POCKETS – THE BANK OF MUM AND DAD
At £6.3 billion, the total value of lending in 2019 by the so-called ‘bank of Mum and Dad’ is set to be half a billion higher than in 2018, making it the UK’s 11th largest mortgage lender. 77% of lending is to home movers, not first-time [...]
Top tips for your bathroom
It’s been a long day at work and you’re a little stressed; what better than a relaxing, hot bath to unwind and loosen up? Bathrooms have become sanctuaries in our homes in recent years, with innovative design and outstanding comfort at the heart of all good [...]
parsonage garden party
The Didsbury Community are hosting a Garden Party in the Old Parsonage Gardens on Sunday 15th July which promises to be fun for all the family! The event is being held between 11:30am-4:30pm and is free to enter. There will be some tasty treats on offer including a great selection [...]
mersey bank park – tree tidy
Join the Mersey Bank Park Tree Tidy this Saturday, 22nd June, at 2pm to help give the trees a much needed trim to keep the park looking tidy. Tools will be provided however if you do have any spare shears do bring those along too! Please meet by the entrance [...]
didsbury car show
This year marks the tenth anniversary of the Didsbury Car Show. It's on Sunday 14 July, 11.00-5.00pm, on Didsbury Park. Admission is free! The event is being sponsored by RRG motor group, who will be displaying models from their Mazda and Lexus ranges. This year, the show is supporting Blood [...]
ABOUT THE BLOG
This blog follows the property and buy to let market in Didsbury. You'll find insight, commentary and analysis that relates specifically to Didsbury, along with the latest investment deals from all agents in the area.
BEN FOSTER – CO-AUTHOR
I have a wealth of property experience around South Manchester and I am really passionate about Didsbury. If you have any property related matters, whether buying, selling or just curious about whats happening at this very moment in M20 and you are around the village just pop into my office, alternatively call or e-mail me:
0161 434 4311
MOHARRAM REHMAN – CO- AUTHOR
I have a wealth of property experience around Manchester and Stockport Town and I am really passionate about Didsbury. If you have any property related matters, whether investing or lettings or just curious about what’s happening at this very moment in M20 and you are around the village just pop into my office, alternatively call or e-mail me.
0161 249 5160 [email protected]