Spring Budget 2017 wish list for the housing market
Thursday, March 2, 2017
It’s the last spring Budget. What does Philip Hammond, Chancellor of the Exchequer, have planned for homeowners? How will first-time buyers and landlords be affected? Guild Members share their wish lists ahead of the Budget on March...
Housing white paper is admirable, but detail is lacking
Thursday, February 9, 2017
The eyes of the property industry recently turned to the Government’s Housing White Paper, which was released on Tuesday 7 February. Now that experts have had time to digest the information, The Guild of Property Professionals...
UK property prices rose by 6.5% in 2016, Halifax said, while according to Nationwide Building Society’s House Price index, prices were 4.5% higher by the end of the year, having risen by the same rate as in 2015. East...
Guild Members commended for excellent service at awards
Friday, February 3, 2017
Offices from around the UK were commended for their exceptional performance at the Guild of Property Professionals – previously known at the Guild of Professional Estate Agents - gala dinner and annual awards, which was held at...
The next chapter for the Guild: interview with CEO Marcus Whewell
Monday, January 30, 2017
When searching for an estate agent, you want advice and guidance from professionals who are trained and trustworthy, who have in-depth local knowledge and the technology and connections to expedite your sale: in short, you are looking...
Lenders have started to announce changes to their buy-to-let policies following the Prudential Regulation Authority’s decision to phase in new stricter rules.
The PRA said in September that lenders must take the...
Contractors and people who are self-employed can face additional challenges when securing a mortgage, which may sometimes cause delays during the property buying process. Around 22% of the UK workforce are now self-employed or...
Is the festive season the right time to sell your home?
Thursday, December 1, 2016
When it comes to Christmas selling, there is no single answer. 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 waiting until the New Year....
