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If an agent promises a sky-high price with no proof, you might be being sweet-talked — not strategically advised. Overpricing kills momentum, scares buyers off and can cost you thousands 💸 This video shows you how to spot the...

Think buyers are logical? Think again 🏡😉 Fresh coffee, soft light, a quiet moment to imagine life there — this is how homes sell. Here’s Oliver with insider tips on how to emotionally hook buyers and turn viewings into...

Today is what’s often known as Divorce Monday — the first Monday of the year, when many people quietly start making big life decisions. 💔🏡 Here’s Oliver, sharing calm, practical advice on property, valuations, and why...

Base Rate Drops Below 4% as Bank Signals Caution Ahead The Bank of England has cut the Base Rate to 3.75%, crossing below the psychologically significant 4% threshold for the first time since early 2023. It marks the fourth cut...

The Autumn Budget 2025 The much anticipated and later than usual Autumn Budget took place yesterday and after all the controversy of recent months surrounding potential tax reform, wronly paid stamp duty and failure to obtain the...

We are absolutely delighted to announce that Oliver James Estate Agents has been shortlisted for Best Estate Agent in the UK at the Negotiator Awards 2025, as well as once again being shortlisted for Regional Champion of the North...

Get the latest Irlam & Cadishead property market update for Q3 2025. Local expert Oliver James reveals sales trends, asking prices, price per square foot, and which area is winning this quarter — with data, insight, and humour...

Bank of England Cuts Base Rate Again — Now at 4% 📅 August 7, 2025 Just three months after trimming the base rate to 4.25%, the Bank of England has announced a further cut to 4%, signalling a continued shift toward easing...

🎯 H1 2025 Property Market Summary: Cadishead, Birchwood & Rixton By Oliver James, your local property investigator (and occasional Rightmove addict) If you thought 2025 was going to be a slow burner, think again. The first half...