Slight fall in property prices but housing market displays resilience
Prices are little changed over the last six months says Halifax in its latest house price research. The pace of annual decline also slowed to -2.4% in July, versus -2.6% in June. These figures add to the sense of a housing market which continues to display a degree of resilience in the face of tough […]
Motivated buyers attracted by right-priced homes
Buyer demand remains resilient, being 3% higher than 2019, says Rightmove’s latest research with right-priced homes attracting motivated buyers due to a shortage of property for sale compared to historic norms. The monthly House Price Index also shows that that the average price of a property coming on to the market has dropped by £905 […]
Questions to ask when viewing a property to rent
It pays to be prepared when you’re viewing a rental property says Zoopla. Arrive at each one armed with a list of questions, and you’ll be well on your way to knowing if it’s ‘the one’. Make sure you keep track of the answers too, so you don’t forget which home is which. Take notes […]
Thinking of buying a brand-new home?
At Thomas Merrifield, we’re pleased to offer an extensive portfolio of new homes in Oxfordshire, built by both local and national house builders, so if you are looking for a new-build home we’ll be delighted to help. We’ll guide you through the entire process to make your journey as smooth and stress-free as possible, whether […]
Our Didcot office in the lead for local sales
We’re delighted to report that we’ve agreed more sales than any other Didcot estate agent in the first six months of 2023. Now more than ever our customers are looking for the services of an agent that truly understands the local Didcot market, who knows who’s moving where and how to accurately price your property […]
What renters look for
A recent survey by Uswitch of over 2,000 tenants has identified some of the key features tenants look for in a property. Security Security was the most desirable feature of a property, with 60% wanting secure doors and windows, an alarm system or a video door entry system. Outside space A garden or private outdoor […]
Five tips for first time buyers
1. Start saving for a deposit early The average age of a first-time buyer is 32, so use your twenties wisely as a time to start saving. The average deposit is around £45,000, so consider opening a Lifetime ISA that lets you save up to £4,000 every tax year towards a first home costing up […]
