Are you currently in the process of buying or selling a home? The process of moving home, which can be stressful in the best of times, is currently even more difficult during the outbreak of the coronavirus. But not to worry, we have compiled a list of the government guidelines to adhere to during the…
With the temperatures dropping and Christmas & New Year’s in our rear-view window, Sophie Bullock, director and office head at Aston Knowles, anticipates a positive change to the housing market in 2020. She says: “After a difficult 2018/19, provoked by the economic uncertainty surrounding Brexit, agents have breathed a sigh of relief as we enter…
Jane Austen’s former home, called Dower House, has just come on the market for the first time in 40 years and it could be yours for £1,750,000. The stunning seven-bedroom property is Grade II listed and located in the heart of Alton, Hampshire. The property was first built in 1450 and boasts many of its…
According to the latest UK Economic Outlook by PwC, the West Midlands is expected to experience the second highest house price growth in the UK, only just behind Wales. The region is predicted to see the highest house price inflation in the entirety of England in the next two years, with an average house price…
So, you’ve decided to let your property but are debating whether to choose your agent’s let only or full management service. Whether you are new to the world of buy-to-let or if you are an experienced property owner, this decision should be based on a variety of factors and should not be made lightly! Aston…
Haselour Hall, an impressive half-timbered mansion near Tamworth, encompasses more than 19,000 square feet and is currently on the market with agents Aston Knowles. The imposing property is set on land that is rich in our nation’s history and dates back to the sixteenth century. The house is a beautiful five-gabled, Tudor residence which has a…
We are halfway through the year already (where have the last six months gone?) and there are plenty of new interior design trends of the last six months that warrant a closer look. With the focus on sustainability and the discussion on eco-friendly living becoming more and more a part of our daily lives, it…
New Tax Year The 2019/20 tax year started on the 6th of April and there are a quite few changes that have been implemented. In general, because of increases in allowances, taxpayers will be left with more money after tax, but there are a few people for whom the changes aren’t as positive. There are…
With summer just around the corner it is time to get those picnic blankets out of the closet and dust off your summer clothes. There are tons of exciting outdoor events happening in and around Sutton Coldfield in June, so we’ve selected our favourite ones to help you make the most of your time off…