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A Swift Success Story: Helping Mr. & Mrs. M Downsize with EaseWhen it comes to downsizing your home or making a big life transition, having the right support makes all the difference. Back in April, we were thrilled to be contacted by Mr. and Mrs. M, who found us through a heartfelt recommenda....

Dear Future Homeowners and Property Enthusiasts, Welcome to the latest edition of the Samuel Makepeace Newsletter! Whether you're in the market to buy, sell, or just here for a bit of local chatter (we’re not judging), we've got something for everyone.  So, pour yourself a....

Let’s face it, we’re all used to seeing stunning images online these days. With high-tech phones in our pockets and filters galore, we’ve come to expect crisp, well-lit photos at every turn. So when someone’s scrolling through property listings and comes across dark, blurry photos t....

Should you use a mortgage adviser or try to find the best mortgage deal by yourself? If you're searching for the best mortgage advice, this article will show you why working with a professional mortgage adviser could save you both time and money. 1.  Free Consultation and Personali....

Mr & Mrs S began their home-moving adventure in mid-February with another local estate agent… but let’s just say, it didn’t exactly go according to plan. After four weeks with no buyer - during a buzzing market - they realised it was time for a plot twist. When their dream “forever ....

Dear Future Homeowners, and Property Enthusiasts, Welcome to the first edition of the Samuel Makepeace Newsletter. Whether you’re buying, selling, or just here for the sheer joy of neighbourhood gossip (we see you), we’ve got something for everyone. In this issue, you’ll find ti....

In an active, buoyant market, it is imperative to strengthen your position to buy as much as you possibly can. Most properties are achieving sales within a few short weeks, or even DAYS of going to the market.   So ask yourself this question... if your dream home came onto the market....

Understanding Stamp Duty Land Tax: What You Really Need to Know If you’re on the hunt for a new home or just keeping tabs on the property market, you’ve likely come across the term "Stamp Duty Land Tax" (SDLT) more than once. And if you’ve been following the news, you may have not....

So, let’s talk about Mr. & Mrs. C. They came to us at the tail end of February, already eyeing up a house they were seriously into. But—plot twist—they hadn’t sold their current home yet. They were living the dream in a lovely three-bedroom semi-detached house on Hillside Avenue in ....