Up-and-coming areas in 2019
It seems everyone is searching for the next up-and-coming area to move to, but how do you find the next budding hot spot? Is it the development of transport links, good schools or just an expansion of the city? We asked Guild Members to identify key areas around the country that are rising in popularity. […]
A (Definitive) Guide: Stamp Duty For First Time Buyers
What is stamp duty? Stamp duty for first time buyers can be a little confusing at first. Also known as Stamp Duty Land Tax, it is the tax that is owed on a property when purchasing a property over the stamp duty threshold (£125,000). The exception to this rule is first-time buyers do not have […]
An interview with Drivers & Norris
This month, we caught up with Simon Etson, Residential Sales Manager for Drivers & Norris. He tells us about the history of Drivers & Norris, the property market in North London and his idea of a dream home. Simon, tell us about yourself… I am the Residential Sales Manager for Drivers & Norris. I was […]
What to look for when moving to a new neighbourhood
Packing up and moving to another city, or for that matter, another country, is a major undertaking. It takes a great deal of preparation and is imperative to do the necessary research and weigh up all the options before making the final decision. Regardless of whether it is relocating to another part of the country […]
Is Brexit keeping first-time buyers out of the market?
While the government has put several things in place to boost the first-time buyer’s market, the uncertainty surrounding Brexit and its full impact on the housing market, deposit requirements and property prices have left many would-be homeowners waiting on the sidelines for now. Brexit According to Chris Sawyer, Managing Director at Sawyer & Co, operating […]
Help your voice be heard
Regulatory models: contributions soughtThe Government has committed to regulating estate agents to ensure that all tenants, leaseholders and freeholders on private and mixed-use estates are confident that the estate agent they are dealing with is legally compliant and meets the standards of practice. Chaired by Lord Best, the Government has tasked a working group to […]
An interview with Benjamin Stevens Estate Agents
We spoke with Steven Wayne, Managing Director at Benjamin Stevens Estate Agents about his top tips for success in the industry, the future of the property market and his idea of a perfect home. Tell us about yourself I launched Benjamin Stevens Estate Agents in January 2004 when I was just 22 years old. In […]
Valentine’s Day Competition: Hotel Chocolat £100 gift card
With Valentine’s Day fast-approaching, everyone is thinking of the perfect gift to treat their loved one. This February, The Guild are giving away a Hotel Chocolat gift card worth £100. This is your chance to spoil your partner with a chocolate hamper, drinks at their cafes, a meal at one of their restaurants, one of their […]
A walk in the park: Homes near pretty parks
Looking for a fresh start in 2019? We have scoured the country for homes near pretty parks. Whether you enjoy a gentle stroll in the park, a trek in the hills, or a place to play sports at the weekend, these properties have one thing in common: they are beautiful places to live and explore. […]
The Guild Awards 2019: Winners Announced
The Guild Annual Conference 2019 was an outstanding success with record numbers of Members in attendance. Almost 450 Members from across the UK attended the conference, which was held at the QEII Centre in Westminster, London on Thursday 17th January.Towards the end of the conference, 43 bronze, silver and gold awards for sales and lettings […]
