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Should you transact before the general election?
If you're wondering whether you should transact before the General Election season. a report from property portal OnTheMarket suggests you should.
President of OnTheMarket, Jason Tebb has cautioned buyers against waiting for an... Read More
We're holding a second webinar to help educate landlords against pitfalls
Samuel Wood is hosting its second free webinar to help landlords stay compliant and avoid hazardous pitfalls.
The online seminar is free and will run on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at 6.30pm - 8pm.
Slawek Zalewski, Head of Lettings... Read More
Samuel Wood launches Telford Hub
Award-winning Shropshire Property agents, Samuel Wood is officially launching a sales and lettings Telford Hub for the first time.
The company which has offices in Shrewsbury Church Stretton, Craven Arms and Ludlow has always handled... Read More
Out of the Mouths of Babes
Here at Samuel Wood, we'd like to wish you a happy and healthy start to 2024 as we look forward to a resurgent property market in the New Year. When a building goes up in flames, the media reports a fire: what it doesn’t do is... Read More
A look at the latest Spectre property report
We’ve been going through the most recent Spectre property report here at Samuel Wood inShropshire, and the positive news is we are looking at a more positive fourth quarter.
Spectre’s Property Reports help agents build... Read More
Interest rates rise to 5.25%: here’s what it could mean for mortgages
The Bank of England (BoE) announced an increase of 0.25% to its Base Rate this month.
This is the 14th consecutive rise, and has pushed interest rates to 5.25%, which is the highest they’ve been for 15 years.
The... Read More
Spot The Difference
This week at Samuel Wood, we are comparing a new BBC TV series on estate agency with real life. The BBC is broadcasting a new reality series called 'Crazy Rich Agents' on BBC2 at 9pm, this month. The series is designed to focus on... Read More
What’s going on with the housing market?
Amid the nationwide wave of rising inflation and fluctuating mortgage rates, it's easy to feel disheartened about the housing market.
However, it’s equally important to remember that the national scene doesn't always reflect what's... Read More
Feet-On-The-Ground House Hunting
Here at Samuel Wood, we are looking at a property market sector that offers buyers bags of often overlooked potential. Let’s speak up in favour of the bungalow. Those who live in these stairless homes understand what many others... Read More
Be a Medal Winner
Samuel Wood looks at a key feature home buyers are adding to their wish lists this year. Many of those who saw the Chelsea Flower Show featured on TV recently, or better still attended the annual event in person, would have been... Read More