Local Housing Market and Estate Agency News

Market Insights October '23

Home mover Rosemarie delighted with Preston Baker

Home mover Rosemarie Fenwick loves Preston Baker; here she tells how we sold her house at the first viewing for asking price and how we are the "best estate agent" she has ever dealt with.

Market Insights October '23

New luxury apartments in centre of Harrogate to launch to market

The highly-anticipated launch of 14 luxury one and two-bedroom apartments at Trinity House, Cambridge Street, Harrogate, is just days away.

Market Insights October '23

Major new appointment at Preston Baker

Preston Baker has made a major new appointment in Tom Kirk, it’s new CEO, and he is intent on expanding the company and its self-employed Associate model nationally, bringing an exceptional home moving service to a wider audience.

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.