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Bank of England cuts base rate to 4.25%

By Oliver James on 8th May 2025

Bank of England cuts base rate to 4.25% Another Bank of England monetary policy committee meeting, another base rate cut. The decision, which was widely expected with the financial markets pricing in a 95% chance of a reduction,...

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Property Market Report March 2025 - Irlam, Cadishead and Rixton

By Oliver James on 9th Apr 2025

🏡 March Market Report – Irlam, Cadishead & Rixton By your Local Property Investigator, Oliver James As Q1 draws to a close, the property market across Irlam, Cadishead, and Rixton is painting a picture of resilience,...

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Market Update January 2025 for Cadishead, Irlam & Rixton

By Oliver James on 14th Feb 2025

January 2025, Property Market Report for Irlam, Cadishead and Rixton In this update I will be reviewing how the year has started and the key statistics from January to give the most comprehensive overview of the UK property...

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12 Months Later – Has the Market Changed in Your Favour? Thinking about selling again?

By Oliver James on 12th Feb 2025

12 Months Later – Has the Market Changed in Your Favour? Thinking about selling again? Here’s why now might be the right time. Struggling to sell your home? You're not alone. Discover why relaunching your property with a fresh

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The Comeback Effect: Why Homes Sell Faster the Second Time Around

By Oliver James on 6th Feb 2025

The Comeback Effect: Why Homes Sell Faster the Second Time Around Did your home sit on the market without selling? You’re not alone. But here’s the secret: many homes actually sell faster—and for a better price—the second...

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How to Prevent a Sale from Falling Through (And What to Do If It Does)

By Oliver James on 5th Feb 2025

How to Prevent a Sale from Falling Through (And What to Do If It Does) Selling a home is exciting—until you get the dreaded news that your buyer has pulled out. Unfortunately, 1 in 4 sales fall through, often for reasons beyond...

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Why Some Homes Don’t Sell (And How to Fix It)

By Oliver James on 5th Feb 2025

Why Some Homes Don’t Sell (And How to Fix It) Putting your home on the market is an exciting step, but what happens when weeks (or even months) pass with no buyer in sight? If your home hasn’t sold, you’re not alone—it...

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6 Things That Take 6 Months to Do (and How to Sell Your Home Faster Than That)

By Oliver James on 5th Feb 2025

6 Things That Take 6 Months to Do (and How to Sell Your Home Faster Than That) Six months is a long time—long enough to train for a marathon, grow a pretty decent beard, or even master a new skill. But should it take that long...

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Why Is My Home Still on the Market After a Year? The Truth No One Tells You

By Oliver James on 5th Feb 2025

Why Is My Home Still on the Market After a Year? The Truth No One Tells You If your home has been on the market for a year (or close to it), you’re probably feeling frustrated, confused, and maybe even a little desperate....

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Double the Exposure, No Extra Cost: How Dual Agency Can Help Sell Your Home Faster"

By Oliver James on 5th Feb 2025

Double the Exposure, No Extra Cost: How Dual Agency Can Help Sell Your Home Faster Selling your home can feel like a waiting game, especially if it’s been on the market for a while. But what if there was a way to double your...

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