Local Housing Market and Estate Agency News

Market Insights October '23

Preston Baker shortlisted for four leading industry awards

Preston Baker is celebrating after being shortlisted for four awards by the UK’s leading independent awards programme for estate and letting agents.

Market Insights October '23

There’s still time to sell your home by Christmas

If you are thinking of moving and would like to agree a sale this side of Christmas, Preston Baker can help you achieve this. Our average days to sell a property in 2023 stands at 42 days. So you have until November 12th to launch your home with us to sell before Christmas.

Market Insights October '23

Enjoying retirement in Roundhay and Oakwood: a perfect choice for a tranquil lifestyle

Retirement is a significant life milestone that often brings about the desire for a peaceful and comfortable living environment. Roundhay and Oakwood, situated close to the vibrant city of Leeds, offer precisely that - making them ideal places to retire.

Market Insights October '23

More good news for UK housing market as lenders cut mortgage rates

A number of UK lenders have now reduced their mortgage rates, with some fixed deals below 5%, which is welcome news for the housing market and home movers.

Market Insights October '23

15 books for 15 schools

Preston Baker Estate Agents is 15 in October and one of the ways we are celebrating is gifting 15 books to 15 schools in the areas we cover across Yorkshire.

Market Insights September '23

Positive news for home movers as inflation fall slashes chances of interest rate increase

Inflation has fallen again and as a result financial markets have slashed the odds of another increase in the UK interest rate tomorrow, Thursday.

Market Insights September '23

Don't miss out on your dream home

Looking to move? Wondering if you should put your property on the market before you start looking? Answer: You should always put your own property on the market first. If you don’t put your property on the market, you could miss out on your dream home.

Market Insights September '23

What could you do with an extra £5,200 in your pocket?

While the press and housing industry are saying the housing market is slow, Preston Baker's results are telling a different story. Our way of selling houses, using our Property Launch model, is getting home movers on average £5,200 more for their homes against a non-launch model, and we have sold 97% of the properties we have listed in Q3 2023 to date.

Market Insights August '23

Add value to your home with an improved EPC rating

Sellers of homes with improved EPC ratings see increases in value of as much as 15%, or almost £56,000, shows new research from Rightmove.