Thinking of Moving….?
September is a really good time to consider changing homes. The holiday season is over, kids are back at school and life is getting back to normal – so now’s the time to think of buying that bit bigger house which ...
In late November, the long-awaited Autumn Budget was delivered, with Philip Hammond announcing the government’s latest economic plans, and housing was a hot topic. Following reports that the number of young people owning a property has dropped from 59% to 38%, the chancellor declared that the government would be axing stamp duty for properties under £300,000 to those who are buying their first homes.
The government predicts that 95% of first-time buyers will benefit from these changes, which come into effect immediately. This is great news for those buying in Harrogate, who will be able to spend the money saved on home improvements or even on increasing their budget to secure their dream home!
So if you’re looking to purchase your first home in Harrogate, take a look at these three properties under £300,000.
Hampsthwaite Road – a beautifully presented apartment with a great outlook over parkland style grounds
Albert Place – a traditional two bedroom terrace house close to shops and amenities.
Greenfields Road – a four bedroom semi detached family sized house
September is a really good time to consider changing homes. The holiday season is over, kids are back at school and life is getting back to normal – so now’s the time to think of buying that bit bigger house which ...
I regularly get asked this question by clients and I’m often told; I’m young fit and healthy, it costs too much, I have death in service or a variety of other reasons why it’s not needed. Some valid points are raised, some not so! ...
Welcome to the Mumbler property page. We have created this page to provide Mumblers with relevant, up-to-date information about the local property market. From help on all aspects of buying a new home to advice on remortgaging your existing property or even renting a property in the town, you can read all about it here.
Your new Mumbler property team; Andrew, Stewart and Alison are always happy to answer any questions you have. Over the coming weeks and months they will be producing a series of short articles aimed at answering the most common property related questions.
If you have a question or query about any aspect of property then please email it to stewart.amos@barlowbarton.co.uk. Any suggestions that are used will receive a box of chocolates or bottle of wine from the Mumbler property team.
Best wishes Stewart, Alison, Andrew Hill and Andrew Kempston- Parkes
T: 01423 528528
Our percentage of local sales is very high for our size and our turnaround is swift. We've spent the last 25 years getting to know every inch of the Harrogate district and its property market, and we study it constantly. That knowledge, and our unique sales approach – always friendly, never pushy – means we’re unusually good at finding buyers.
It doesn’t mean we charge more – in fact our rates are very competitive. We’re able to do that because we’ve kept our team small and stuck to our principles of honesty, attention to detail and proper customer care. So while we have all the selling tools that modern estate agents have at their disposal, no home we sell is ever lost in the crowd, or treated second-best because we have a larger property on our books.
We give you our full attention and make sure we’re with you at every step. In short, we actually care – after all, this could be one of the most important transactions of your life.
M: 07810 108 165
Stewart Amos is a mortgage advisor based in the centre of Harrogate. He advises on and arranges mortgages from a comprehensive range of mortgages from across the market for all sorts of clients. From those looking to take their first steps on the property ladder to those with a portfolio of investment properties. He also helps arrange the cover put in place to ensure families would be financially secure should the very worst happen; life insurance, critical illness cover etc.
Having been to see a large number of MUMblers over the past year he understands the importance a personalized service can make. He is happy to meet clients in their own home at a convenient time, unfortunately for him that's usually in the evenings after the kids have gone to bed!
As a thank you for all the kind recommendations on Mumbler, Stewart is happy to waive his usual broker fee to all members of the group. Mention that you're a Mumbler to qualify.
Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.
Barlow Barton LTD is an appointed representative of CAERUS Financial Limited.
T: 01423 789 111
M: 07791 505 116
E: Email Andrew Kempston-Parkes, MRICS
Andrew Kempston-Parkes is an experienced member of The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), having worked as a Chartered Surveyor in the residential property industry for over 20 years.
Over the years, Andrew has worked with a large number of clients to help move their house purchases forward efficiently and with ease. Or, when properties haven't been quite up to scratch his vigilance has helped clients to make an informed decision on whether to proceed.
Harrogate has been his home for 20 years and he lives near the centre of town with his partner and their two children, Matthew and Sean.
Feel free to get in touch with Andrew if you have any questions regarding the types of home surveys available and which is right for you.
T: 01423 817777
Alison lives in Harrogate with her husband and three daughters aged 7, 9 and 11 and has been actively involved in property management for the last 18 years. She has a wealth of practical and technical knowledge and since joining LentinSmith as a partner in 2009, has continued her professional development through ARLA and close links with landlord and property forums.
LentinSmith deals exclusively in Lettings and Property Management, taking the complexities out of the lettings process and providing a stress free experience for our clients. Operating from offices in Harrogate and Leeds we manage property throughout the Yorkshire region catering for all types of properties and all types of tenants.
We pride ourselves in remaining proactive in a constantly changing market, and delivering a personal service to ensure we remain one of the fastest growing, most innovative agents in the North.
We are always on hand to offer advice and help, so call Alison or one of the team today for a chat quoting 'Mumbler' to qualify for a free Gas safety check on all new properties introduced to LentinSmith.
