Distorted Opinions?
By Orchards Estates on 6th Feb 2022,The issue of house prices is a hot topic and close to every homeowner’s heart. Everyone has their opinion, but even that of experienced estate agents is...
How do I make an offer, and get it accepted?
By Orchards Estates on 25th Oct 2021,So you’ve walked round approximately 10 houses and, much like when you were dating, finally met ‘The One’. Now comes the nerve-wracking part: offer,...
The Magnificent Seven – Tips for home buyers
By Orchards Estates on 11th Oct 2021,At Orchards Estates we love helping people find their ideal home. Over the years we’ve built up loads of knowledge about the process and what to do, and...
South Somerset Property Market Review – September 2021
By Orchards Estates on 5th Oct 2021,South Somerset Property Market Review – September 2021 Welcome to this month’s property market review for South Somerset. With the nights slowly...
Treasury Consensus Forecast for UK House Price growth
By Orchards Estates on 17th Oct 2018,HM Treasury has recently updated its consensus forecast for UK house price growth over the next five years. Property prices are expected to rise by 2.8%...
Overpricing - how much does it cost sellers
By Orchards Estates on 7th Jul 2018,I have just had my house valued but I think it is worth more than the agent suggested. Is there anything wrong with testing the market by putting it up...
Ask the experts - Why did my three valuations differ so much?
By Orchards Estates on 16th Jun 2018,Valuing property is not – and can never be - an exact science. The simple fact is that your home is not necessarily worth what any estate agent says it...
Generation Rent
By Orchards Estates on 3rd Jun 2018,Generation Rent is a popular term used to describe young adults, normally between the ages of 18 – 35, who live in rented accommodation because of high...
How much does a village green affect your property value?
May Day – a much coveted long weekend, and a time for dancing, singing and fetes on the village green, but what is the price premium attached to living...
January 2018 Market Comment
By Orchards Estates on 30th Jan 2018,Is the property market up or is down? This month, more than ever, the answer depends on who you speak to....