Guild Market News

20 homes for sale to beat the Stamp Duty changes in 2025

Monday, December 9, 2024

Are you a first-time buyer looking to make your move before the 2025 Stamp Duty changes shake up the property market? You're not alone. With reforms looming, many savvy buyers are keen to lock in their first dream homes and sidestep tax...

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Merry and bright: Staging your home to sell over Christmas

Monday, December 2, 2024

If you are looking for an estate agent who can progress your move over the Christmas period, The Guild is a great place to start. Ahead of the New Year, now could be the perfect time to put your house on the market. We have put together our top...

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Buying a period property

Friday, November 22, 2024

Period properties, oozing with character, can offer a lot more charm than modern new builds. You can also incorporate modern elements, bringing them into the present era while still savouring their exquisite architectural features. If you are...

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Is the festive season the right time to sell your home?

Thursday, November 21, 2024

When it comes to Christmas selling, there is no single answer on if it is the right time to sell. Your estate agent will be able to advise whether your home could benefit from being on the market over the festive season, or whether it is worth...

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2025 outlook: save on Stamp Duty before it's too late

Wednesday, November 20, 2024

During the mini-budget in September 2022, the stamp duty thresholds on residential property were raised to their current levels, with the nil band increased from £125,000 to £250,000 for homemovers selling their home to buy...

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Top tips to attract winter buyers

Friday, November 15, 2024

Competition on the market tends to cool down as the year wraps up, but buyers who hope to move for the coming year will be looking now. If you’re ready to put your home on the market, here’s how to draw in buyers this season....

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How to personalise a rented property

Wednesday, November 13, 2024

According to the English Housing Survey (EHS), the private rented sector has roughly 4.6 million households (representing 19% of households in England). Renting a property does not mean you have to resign yourself to a life of off-whites to...

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Top 10 tips to make your move as easy as possible

Friday, November 8, 2024

Moving can be a daunting experience, especially if you’re relocating for the first time. To ensure a smooth transition from old to new, we’re bringing you some useful tips to make the process as easy and stress-free as possible. ...

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