Blogs
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Lincoln Property Market – The 32% ‘New Build Premium’
A Lincoln landlord recently asked me why the brand new property she was considering was noticeably more expensive than a similar second-hand home in the same location. It’s a common question, and many homeowners and landlords in Lincoln have likely pondered it. So, I decided to dig into the data…
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Top 10 Staging Tips to Attract Serious Home Buyers in Lincoln
Setting up your home correctly can help attract genuine buyers, especially in a tough market like Lincoln. Here are the top 10 staging tips to make your home more attractive, helping it sell quicker and for more money. Try these effective methods to tidy up, improve the outside look, and…
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10 Affordable Ways to Beautify Your Front Garden in Lincoln
Transforming your front garden into an inviting oasis doesn’t have to break the bank. You can improve your outdoor area without spending too much on creative ideas and careful planning. This article offers ten simple and budget-friendly gardening tips specifically for homeowners in Lincoln. Find out how to create a…
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The End of Leasehold? What the Government’s New Reforms Mean for the 3,707 Lincoln Leaseholders
The Government has taken a significant step towards abolishing leasehold properties in England and Wales, introducing a white paper that proposes making commonhold the default tenure for flats and apartments. The reforms, which aim to phase out leasehold for the 4,006,038 English & Welsh leasehold homes, have been described as…
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Why Does it Take 114 Days to Move into a Lincoln Home?
Buying or selling a home is often one of the most significant transactions people make, yet the process in England and Wales remains frustratingly slow. You find the home of your dreams, you make an offer, it is negotiated, and a price is agreed. Yet once a sale is agreed,…
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Is the Lincoln Property Market a Buyers’ or Sellers’ Market?
Are you a Lincoln homeowner considering a move in the next six to twelve months? Perhaps you’re a buy-to-let landlord weighing up whether to expand or streamline your portfolio? Or maybe you’re a first-time buyer wondering if now is the right moment to take the plunge? Whatever your position, knowing…
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Lincoln Property Market: Why 2025 is Set to Be a Strong Year
The UK housing market has always been subject to government policy announcements, outside forces of economics, and consumer confidence fluctuations. After a turbulent 2024, there is evidence that 2025 will provide more stability and growth—particularly in areas such as Lincoln, where affordability, high demand, and improved financial situations are coming…
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The Lincoln Property Market – January 2025 Update
Last week, the Bank of England’s interest rate dropped to 4.5%, marking its third cut in under a year. This decision follows a previous reduction in November 2024, with the rate remaining unchanged in December. While most of the Bank’s policymakers supported the move to 4.5%, a minority favoured a…
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How Long Does It Take to Sell a Home in Lincoln?
If you’re a homeowner in Lincoln thinking of selling your property, you have probably wondered how long it will take to find a buyer. The timeline for selling a home varies depending on factors such as property type, price, and market conditions. Fortunately, we’ve compiled the latest statistics for 403…
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How Long Does a Property Spend on the Market in Lincoln?
When browsing property portals (Rightmove, Zoopla or On The Market), many people wonder why some Lincoln homes linger on the market far longer than others. It’s easy to assume there’s something wrong – an issue with the property, an inflated asking price, or a lack of interest – but that’s…
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Are We Building Too Many Homes in Lincoln?
The issue of new housebuilding in the UK stirs strong emotions. Many believe their local areas are turning into construction zones, with too many homes being built, disrupting the character of towns and villages. But is this perception grounded in reality? The Labour government, which came into power in the…
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How much would it cost to buy all the homes in Lincoln?
This question was posed by one of my nephews, when they dropped over for a family quiz over the Christmas break (doesn’t that seem an age away now?). I didn’t know the answer off the top of my head, yet I promised I would find out. So, over the Christmas…