Buying A House - Open House Hastings

If you're looking at buying a home in the Hastings area, then Open House Hastings are the perfect estate agent to help. They are an online estate agent who have a wealth of knowledge about the Hastings area.

Open House Hastings understand that your life doesn't run 9-5 and therefore have phone lines which are open 24/7 and a website you can search on 24/7. Therefore whether you need to contact them at 10am, 10pm or 5am, you can always speak to them. You can even book a viewing at any time as well.
Open House Hastings also have a mailing list which you can sign up too. You can receive details of their latest properties via, email, text, phone or post. Keeping you in the loop all the time.

Open House Hastings will help make the process of buying your new home as smooth as possible. They provide a complete buying solution which includes:

• Advice on how much you can afford
• Mortgage and life assurance arrangement services.
• Support to help make buying your new home as smooth as possible

They also have friendly staff who: 

• are NFOPP qualified, with fantastic local knowledge
• will offer Jargon-free expert advice
• and will communicate offers and responses immediately

You can get more information about Open House Hastings and what they can offer you on their website. Or contact them today to find out how they can help you find your perfect home.

Houses for sale in Plymouth

If you're currently on the market searching for a house in Plymouth we can help. Open House Plymouth have a fantastic range of properties available for sale in this lovely location. In this article we are focusing on the houses for sale in Plymouth, with hopes that we can help you on your journey to owning your dream property.

Houses for sale in Plymouth 

Royal Navy Avenue | 3 bedroom semi-detached | Plymouth | £129,950 

This property features: Semi Detached House

Lounge

Kitchen/Diner

Three Bedrooms

Double Glazing and Gas Central Heating

Larger Than Average Rear Garden

Hardstanding to the Front of the Property

Viewing Advised

For more information, pictures or to enquire about this property please click here. 

Cowley Road | 2 bedroom mid-terrace house | Plymouth | £132,950

This property features: Modern Mid Terrace House

Lounge/Diner

Modern Kitchen

Two Bedrooms

Modern Fitted Bathroom

Enclosed Low Maintance Rear Garden

Driveway

Double Glazing

Economy 7 Heating

Ideal First Time Buyers Property or Investments a Buy To Let

For more information, pictures or to enquire about this property please click here. 

Yellowmead Road | 2 bedroom semi-detached | Plymouth | £150,000

This property features: Modern Semi Detached House

Lounge and Kitchen/Diner

Two Double Bedrooms

Modern Bathroom

Downstairs Cloakroom

Enclosed Level Rear Garden

Allocated Parking Space

Double Glazing and Central Heating

For more information, pictures or to enquire about this property please click here. 

Alexandra Road | 4 Bedroom semi detached | Plymouth | £159,950

This property features: Semi Detached House

Four Bedrooms

Full of Charactor and Charm

Modern Fitted Kitchen/Breakfast Room

Lounge with Feature Fireplace

Original Features

Gas Central Heating

Gardens to the Front and Rear

For more information, pictures or to enquire please click here. 

Alexandra Road | 4 Bedroom Mid Terrace House | Plymouth | £189,950

This property features: Mid Terrace House

Four Bedrooms

Lounge, Dining Room and Kitchen Breakfast Room

Modern Bathroom and Separate W.C.

Period Features

Double Glazing

Central Heating

Central Location

For more information, pictures or to enquire please click here.

Holmwood Avenue | 4 bedroom semi detached | Plymouth | £194,950

This property features: Popular Plymstock Location

Semi Detached Family House

Four Bedrooms

Lounge and Kitchen/Diner

Conservatory

Modern Family Bathroom

Downstairs Cloakroom

Front and Rear Gardens

For more information, to view more pictures or to enquire about this lovely property please click here. 

Long Park Close | 4 bedroom semi detached | Plymouth | £199,950

This property features: Semi Detached Family Home

Lounge and Dining Room

Conservatory

Modern Kitchen

Four Bedrooms

Modern Bathroom with seperate W.C.

Front and Rear Gardens

Double Glazing & Central Heating

For more information, to see more pictures or to enquire about this Plymouth property please click here. 

If you're currently looking for a house in Plymouth visit www.onlineestateagents.org.uk who can help you to discover hundreds, if not thousands of beautiful properties for sale online. 

As Open House Plymouth operate online they are able to cut unnecessary overheads which allows them to offer clients fees at a fraction of the cost compared to high street estate agents. 

Find your dream property with the UK's favourite online estate agents. 

The Benefits of Buying | Open House Estate Agents

Moving house is named one of the most stressful events a person can go through. But why? We believe buying and moving home should be an exciting and joyful time. That's why the whole team here at Open House are completely dedicated to giving you the most stress-free buying experience possible.

It doesn't matter whether you're just looking to move around or if you're just a first time buyer. Each and every team member here at Open House is experienced and willing to talk through each and every step of buying a house and be your right hand throughout the entire process.

Our number one priority when working with people just like you is to make sure you get everything you want when you come to us. Not only will we find you your ideal home, but we can also assist you in arranging a mortgage, so you get the right home, at the right price. No matter what you're looking for, we're here to help.

Communication and understanding is vital to getting you your dream home. When you sign up with Open House Estate agents, you will be given a single point of contact with one agent who will be there for every step of your journey. Your agent will make it their mission to understand exactly what your needs are and make sure they help you to get it.

Visit Open House today - http://www.onlineestateagents.org.uk/buying-a-house/

Open House say asking prices are up according to Rightmove

According to Rightmove, the price for a house coming onto the market is at an all time high for the second month in a row!

The average selling price for a house is now at £294,542 which is £191 more then last months making the price index at a small 0.1% asking price rise.

Due to affordability constraints, mortgage approvals and general summer slowdown, there is still a drought in property sales.

Rightmove say that they see the biggest demand in excess supply and that the shortage is more keen for smaller homes with 2 bedrooms or less.

The highest number of property enquiries is for houses with 2 bedrooms or less, especially with first time buyers. This type of property ( 2 beds or less) sees 24% more enquiries then any other property type such as larger houses with 3 or 4 bedrooms. Smaller units benefit from demand from not only first-time buyers, but also downsizers and buy-to-let investors.

Rightmove states that visits to its website and enquiries to estate agents are up by 22 in June compared to this time last year, despite the fact that the number of properties coming to market is running at a weekly run-rate 10.6 per cent below the same period in 2014.

Rightmove says there are “signs of buyers hitting their affordability ceilings” thanks in part to a continuing shortfall in the number of new homes being built.

This was found on Estate Agent Today who Open House Estates visit frequently for upcoming news and information on the today's property market.

Open House are one the fastest growing online estate agents in the UK who operate across the country and have franchises up and down the UK. Not only do they have such a huge and fantastic network with local expertise but their fees and rates could save you thousands.

Properties around London | Open House

5 of the best areas to commute to from London

Are you wanting to move out of London to a local area that you commute from? Then Open House can help as they are a nation wide online estate agency that is able to show a vast selection of properties in a range of different area across the UK. They achieve a bespoke service through the latest technology, combined with unrivalled local knowledge and a colossal online marketing presence casting over Rightmove and Zoopla, among many other companies to achieve the best possible results. Whether you are looking to let, sell, buy or rent a property they will always try to find the best possible property for you, which is in your budget.

London is a very over crowded place and may not be the perfect place for a young family or senior citizens, hence why Open House would like to suggest some local super towns that is perfect to commute from to London. Here are 5 super towns that are perfect to commute to from London:


1) Lewes, East Sussex:
Prices: average price £375,825, average a year ago £368,838, ten-year price gain 2004-14, 53%.

Journey: to London: 70-80 mins to London Victoria.

Best bits: great castle, walks on South Downs, boho shopping and many other things.

 

 

2)Saffron Walden, Essex

Prices: average £372,460, a year ago £375,435, ten-year price gain 53%, which makes this the place to buy a home from.

Journey to London: 55 mins to Liverpool Street from Audley End (two miles away).

Best bits: medieval houses, Saturday food market, handy for Stansted airport and many other things.

 

3)Midhurst, West Sussex

Prices: average £346,226, a year ago £336,177, ten-year price gain 52%.

Journey to London: 50-60 mins to Waterloo from Haslemere (seven miles away).

Best bits: market square, annual music arts and drama festival, South Downs National Park.  

 

4) Petersfield, Hampshire

Prices: average £344,014, a year ago £339,910, ten-year price gain 44%.

Journey to London: 60-80mins to Waterloo

Best bits: independent schools including Bedales, French food market.

 

5) Faversham, Kent

Prices: average £227,096, a year ago £242,656, ten-year price gain 35%.

Journey to London: 70 mins fastest to Victoria, or to St Pancras International.

Best bits: ancient creek, food and antique markets, Shepherd Neame bitter.

 

(All statistics and images are from ://www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/property/11687349/The-top-10-new-supertowns-for-commuters.html)

 

For any further information please click here to find out more information or to search for the perfect home for you.

Does the Mortgage Market Review have some benefits?

Undoubtedly, the Economic Crisis of 2008 has had a large impact on the property market and has made it much harder for people to buy homes. People are struggling to be granted a mortgage due to the lack of money in the economy, some estate agents feel that this has had a devastating effect for potential home buyers. Since the 2015 Mortgage Market Review two thirds of estate agents report a decrease in home buyers according to the NAEA.

 According to Mark Hayward, managing director, National Association of Estate Agents:

“A drop in the number of buyers is the direct result of a slow-down in acceptance of mortgages, with it now taking an average of 50 days to receive a mortgage offer. This increases the risk that sales won’t go through and puts unnecessary pressure on any chain transactions.

A drop in the number of buyers is the direct result of a slow-down in acceptance of mortgages, with it now taking an average of 50 days to receive a mortgage offer. This increases the risk that sales won’t go through and puts unnecessary pressure on any chain transactions.”

*Figure from the NAEA’s March 2015 Market Report

But the decline in home buyers could make it the perfect opportunity for any property developers to come and purchase new properties to add to their portfolio. As previously noted there may be stricter guidelines on being granted a mortgage but for experienced property owners and developers this could be a fantastic opportunity to take advantage of lower house prices. Whereas, inexperienced property buyers may be struggling to get a mortgage grant, developers have the opportunity to widen their horizons and renovate a property for rental or even possibly to re-sell for a profit. Mortgage loaners are more likely to accept previous home buyers and this gives you the chance as a developer to get ahead of other first time property buyers and take advantage of the Mortgage Market Report. The lack of home buyers has led to a rise in those who are looking to rent properties which is another way for experienced buyers to take advantage of the decline in people buying homes.

Open House is a large online estate agent that allows their clients to both sell and buy properties on a national scale. They are a bespoke company and give the correct type of service to allow any experienced or first time buyers to browse and purchase a certain property in an area of their choice. For ant further information about Open Houses services or to understand how they can help you with your property search please click here.

Estate Agency Franchise - Are You Ready?

Are you currently looking to start your own business? Do you want to start your own estate agent franchise? Open House are offering a fantastic new opportunity for entrepreneurs to start their very own online estate agent franchise!

Open House are looking to expand their franchises across England and Wales through a skilled team of franchised local estate agents. They are looking for individuals who are driven and motivated, people who can build a sustainable and profitable business either from their own home or in an office branch.

Not only do you get this amazing and unique opportunity but you will also receive a comprehensive training programme which will include an industry recognised qualification, structured business  support systems to allow you to offer a full estate agency and tenant finder service.




Benefits of owning a franchise estate agents with Open House

• 80% of people now use the interest to find their homes, making this a greater opportunity for profit
• Offers what traditional estate agencies offer but with cutting edge technology making them the best online estate agency
• The future is online
• More and more people are now searching online estate agents which has made us the top 4 on Google, Bing and Yahoo.
• No experience is necessary they provide it all 

For more information on owning your estate agent franchise such as the work involved, testimonials from franchise owners, territories and the package you receive please visit www.onlineestateagents.org.uk/franchise/

Sales from First Time Buyers Goes Up!

According to recent surveys and studies carried out by NAEA (National Association of Estate Agents) 26% of house sales in the UK which is just more then a quarter were to first time home buyers in April. Figures show that sales are in fact up by 22% in March, according to Aprils Housing Market Report from NAEA. However due to increasing prices many estate agents are warning it will become harder for first time buyers in the future.

93% of NAEA agents cannot see the potential for first time buyers having substantial cut through in the market in the next 5 years which is quite disappointing if you are in face a first time buyer. Not only this a further 55% of agents recon house prices will continue to increase making it even more difficult for first time buyers and pushing them out of the market.

The managing Director of NAEA has said "‘The market is notoriously tough for first time buyers. House prices continue to increase and lenders have tight and restrictive lending criteria,’ he also explained that ‘Whilst this month’s figures are positive and a step in the right direction, I’d like to think that with the help of 200,000 new starter homes and the Help to Buy ISA, first time buyers will be given even more help to get their foot on the ladder, however these things may take time to come to fruition,’

With the Conservatives who pledge to build 200,000 new starter homes this has created some great news for the housing market. Also 41% of agents believe that with help from the Help to Buy ISA will be very beneficial to first time buyers, giving them a better opportunity to save up for their home.

All the figures and information provided in this article has been sourced from: http://www.propertywire.com/news/europe/uk-first-time-buyers-2015060410590.html

If you're buying a home for the first time, we would like to recommend visiting Open House Online Estate Agents who provide an excellent service, ensuring they do all the leg work for you to make your buying process as stress-free and smooth as possible.

Open House Estate Agents have network coverage and local expertise which allows them to fully understand all your property requirements, making them a number 1 choice for buyers.

Whether you need advice on buying a home or help arranging a mortgage they are there to help.

www.onlineestateagents.org.uk

Be aware of online fees when selling your home online

You will find there is many estate agents have hidden fees and costs when you come to sell your home online so it's important you research fees before you sign up or agree to anything. If there are hidden fees you're unaware of, you could potentially end up paying more than what you would pay on the high street, or less so be sure to check your chosen estate agents fees!

Not only will your research help you to chose the most cost effective estate agent for you but it will also helps you to choose from ones that are charging way to high compared to your budget. You may end up paying way more for something you do not really need, however most estates will have different costs and fees so find one you think is right, meets your requirements and your budget. You may find some estates charge £59 for a EPC (energy performance certificate which is a legal requirement when selling your home) while others charge £95.

Once you have your research on fees from different estate agents you can then if you want try to negotiate a better price with them. You will find most of them wont want to lose your business just because you want a cheaper fee or cheaper EPC, so ask away it could save you money!

Selling your home with Open House

Open House are one of the few online estate agents that can actually save you £1000's when selling your home. They sell fast, for the best possible price all from £390. 

Selling Options 

Option 1

£390 inc VAT

No completion fee

Option 2

£684 inc VAT

Pay £294 upfront & £390 on completion 

Option 3

From 1.20%

No sale, no fee

Visit www.onlineestateagents.org.uk/selling.html to find out why you should be selling with Open House and what they can do for you

Buying a house?

Are you searching for a new home this year? If yes, search with Open House Estate Agents! Here are the reasons why you should consider buying a home with Open House:

• The provide a personal and tailored service so they are there to help you every step of the way 
• They have National coverage with local expertise, meaning they are able to find you a home that meets all your expectations
• You can join their mailing service and they will send you the homes that meet your requirements
• You can receive properties either by phone, mail, SMS or post, ensuring you are kept up to date with the latest properties 
• Join the hot buyer list if you're looking to buy a home quickly
• Everything is around your convenience - call whenever you like, arrange a view appointment whenever you like and search hundreds of properties 24 hours a day 
• Their staff can do all the searching for you
• Everything you need in under one roof
• Advisers available to let you know how much you can borrow
• Mortgage and life assurance services

And that's not all, you will find the customer service you will receive from working with Open House Online Estate Agents to be like no other and no other can compare. Firstly you're own estate agent will understand all your requirements and what it is you want, they can then get to work on a portfolio of options that exceed your expectations and more. Any help you require will be there as soon as you need it along with guidance and support throughout the whole buying process. 

If you're looking to buy a house, visit Open House Online Estate Agents today, what do you have to lose? 

Open House's Top Tips to Sell your Home

Open House offer a large extensive network that allows their clients to both buy and sell properties. They would like to offer some top tips on how to help your house sell much further and when potential clients come to view your home make the property seem much more attractive to help encourage a purchase. For any advice on buying and selling properties, Open House will be able to offer their expert advice to ensure that you have the best possible and honest advice possible. The staff at Open House are very experienced in the field and have worked as estate agents for many years, thus allowing them to offer these expertise to their clients. Presentation of your home is vital to helping you sell your property and help encourage viewers to put a bid on your home.


5 Top Tips on Presenting you Home for a Sale:

The front garden- is the first thing that a viewer will see when they come to visit a property, which makes it vital that the property makes a possessive first impression. This can be done by simply mowing the lawn or adding cheap garden features like statues or out door lighting to help make your garden seem much more attractive.

Get rid of clutter- clustered rooms can often shrink the size of a room and make it to seem much smaller than it is, thus try not to have more than 3 large ornaments in one room to help prevent the room from having a claustrophobic atmosphere. This simple change can help to widen up a room and appear to have much more space, which is often very requested by buyers.

Over personalisation- a slight lick of neutral coloured paint can can help to make a room seem much more appealing than a large elaborate floral pattern on each wall which can draw focus from the other features of the room and put potential buyers off from bidding. Neutral colours like peach, white, others can also help to widen a room and make it seem much more spacious.

Hide the pets- although your cats and dogs may be your pride and joy often they can but clients off a property due to them not being animal people and worrying what they may have damaged in the property. On the other hand, pet lover may become distracted by the pet and not focus on the home itself. Overall, its better to hide pets when selling your home.

The back garden- is one of the most important parts of a house for some people as many like a big spacious garden for their children or for summer BBQ's, so by simply mowing the lawn or tidying up can help a buyer become more attracted to your property.

Open House can offer a fantastic network to showcase your home and offer a great platform for you to sell your property on, for any further information please click here.

Top Tips on Buying a Home

Today's property market is very competitive and difficult to enter, which is why Open House has some crucial tips to help you on the search for your perfect property. As a large online estate agent they have a network that will allow you to browse through a selection of properties in a chosen area of your choice from across the UK. They offer their service on a national scale as Open House lists properties in all areas for their clients to chose from, whether selling or buying a property Open House can offer their expertise and advice as a bespoke estate agency. For any advice on buying and selling properties, Open House will be able to offer their expert advice to ensure that you have the best possible and honest advice possible. The staff at Open House are very experienced in the field and have worked as estate agents for many years, thus allowing them to offer these expertise to their clients.



Here are 5 Helpful Tips from Open House:

• Mortgage is Available- make sure you are able to get a mortgage for when you purchase a property and have enough money for a full deposit on the property. Estate agents will not normally take an offer without proof that the clients has their finances in order, thus they need proof such as a bank statement, a letter from your solicitor or lender.

• View all the properties you can- often a property might not catch your eye on line but when you go and view the property you can be amazed at the difference, Open House highly recommends viewing a property before dismissing it or purchasing it to ensure you are confident on your decision.

• Get a survey- if purchasing a home that is much older or run down it may be worth paying a little extra to get a home buyer report or survey done to ensure you are aware of any issues with the property. A simple survey can ensure that you know exactly what type of property you are purchasing and understand it pose and cons.

• Have an extra budget- buying a property can often be expensive due to solicitors costs, mortgage costs and even survey costs which all add up over time to equal a large sum at the end of your purchase. Often this can lead to a much larger cost than you initially thought, thus it can be wise to have a an extra budget available.

• Research the area- make sure that you fully understand the area that you are buying a property in to make sure that its an ideal area for you. Open House suggests that you check local crime rates, job opportunities, good schools, local services and other factors like good transport links that are important when considering a home to purchase.

For any further information and advice on buying or selling a property and to find out more information  about Open House's service please click here.

Why is 2015 the Perfect Year to Buy a Home?

Britain seems to be slowly but surely recovering from the economic crisis of 2008 as can be seen through the relatively small house price increase that is estimated for this year. This makes 2015 the perfect time to buy a property as home prices seem to have a had a much lower increase when compared to last year, which makes this year one of the best years to buy a property in the last few years. Open House can offer any advice on buying and selling properties, as Open House will be able to offer their expert advice to ensure that you have the best possible and honest advice possible. The staff at Open House are very experienced in the field and have worked as estate agents for many years, thus allowing them to offer these expertise to their clients. Thus, 2015 is the perfect year to buy a house due to a small estimated  increase that can be seen in source 1 (from the BBC).

Experts' predictions
Name	Prediction for 2015	Original 2014 estimate
Ray Boulger	4% rise	8% rise
Henry Pryor	4% rise	5% rise
Ed Stansfield	4% rise	4% to 5% rise
Miles Shipside	4% to 5% rise	6% to 8% rise
Peter Bolton King	3% rise	8% rise
Martin Ellis	3% to 5% rise	4% to 8% rise
Nationwide index (source 1 from the BBC)		Actual change: 7.2%

Only a 4% increase makes this the perfect year to buy a house compared to last year that had a 7.2% increase which clearly shows that 2015 would be the perfect year to buy a property. Open House will be able to give you any help you may possible need to help capitalise on the great opportunity available due to this small rise in house prices from this year. This small increase can be seen in the prices of properties on Open House's network and will give you the chance to get the best possible price for your money before a large increase as seen last year.

For any further information about Open House's service or to get advice on selling or buying a property please click here to find out any further information.