Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Hold Off Listing Your Property until Spring
By Jayne O'Brien on 6th Dec 2023If you’ve decided to put your Taunton home on the market in 2024, then there’s one burning question you need to ask yourself.
When should I list my property?
You may have heard that spring is the best...
Moving Thoughts from a Tweenager’s Perspective
By Jayne O'Brien on 13th Dec 2023If you’re mulling over a move next year, you’ve probably thought of many scenarios, dreams and potential headaches.
This includes things like:
• How will I get the best price for my home?
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Merry & Bright – The Magic of Christmas Lights
By Jayne O'Brien on 20th Dec 2023What do Oxford Street in London’s West End, Salerno in Italy, and Dyker Heights in Brooklyn have in common? If you’ve answered this question correctly, you’re clearly a fan of festive cheer.
These...
New Year, New Home: How Taunton Homeowners Can Set Property Goals for 2024
By Jayne O'Brien on 27th Dec 2023If moving could be on the cards for you next year, now’s the time to set some goals to help turn your property dreams into a reality.
Perhaps you’re feeling squeezed in your current home and want more room. Or...
Small Movers, Big Thoughts – A Child’s Eye View of Moving Home
By Jayne O'Brien on 3rd Jan 2024If you’re thinking about moving house in 2024, there’s a lot to mull over, especially if you have children to consider.
We know how important (and valuable) it is to listen to your kids when you’re selling up and...
Don’t Try This at Home: Property Experts Reveal Their Biggest Blunders
By Jayne O'Brien on 10th Jan 2024They’ve graced our TV screens for years and made millions buying and selling homes.
But, like the rest of us, famous property gurus also make mistakes.
From rotten renovation jobs to disappointing deals,...
All in the Mind – Unlocking Taunton Home Buyers’ Emotions
By Jayne O'Brien on 17th Jan 2024We’re estate agents, not mind magicians like Derren Brown, but recently, we’ve been delving into the psychological aspects of home buying.
It’s fascinating stuff.
For sellers, it can offer...
Top Tips to Help You Save for a Mortgage Deposit
By Jayne O'Brien on 24th Jan 2024One of the biggest challenges first-time buyers (FTBs) face is getting a deposit together.
Saving a large sum of cash while covering all your living expenses during a cost-of-living crisis is no mean feat.
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Mum’s the Word – Moving Advice for Taunton Families
By Jayne O'Brien on 31st Jan 2024Here’s the penultimate part of our series of articles on a family’s views on selling up and moving home.
This family of five sold and moved last year, but their experiences (and emotions) are timeless.
...Buyer Confidence is Returning to the Taunton Market – Here’s Why
By Jayne O'Brien on 7th Feb 2024Good news: the latest data on buyer demand shows that the number of property hunters out in force is up by 14%*.
So, what’s driving this increased demand? And what does it mean if you plan to buy or sell in...