Stoke-on-Trent is a thriving city offering affordability, strong rental yields, and excellent connectivity. Whether you are a seasoned investor or a first-time buyer, the city presents lucrative opportunities in the property market. This booklet explores the key reasons why Stoke-on-Trent is an attractive location...
Introduction The UK government has proposed the Rental Reform Bill, a significant step toward improving the rental market for both landlords and tenants. At Alexander James Property, we believe in keeping you informed about key changes that may impact your rental agreements. This newsletter...
We’re excited to announce that our latest letter regarding upcoming property law changes has been successfully distributed in the ST6 area of Stoke-on-Trent! At Alexander James Property, we are committed to keeping landlords and property owners informed about important industry updates, including changes to...
In October 2024, the average house price in Stoke-on-Trent was approximately £147,000, reflecting a 2.0% increase from October 2023. This figure remains below the national average, indicating that the area continues to offer relatively affordable housing options. For context, the average UK house price...
Source: The Guardian UK The average asking price for a UK home has dropped by more than £5,000 this month as the autumn budget caused housing market jitters before the usual Christmas slowdown. Average asking prices from new sellers fell by £5,366, or 1.4%,...
The latest five-year forecast
Knight Frank predicts that UK house prices will increase by a cumulative 19.3% between 2025 and the end of 2029. While this is down slightly on its August predictions, which had predicted total five-year growth of 20.5%.
When you go into franchising as a letting agent, you normally see five main benefits. I like a good acronym, and the acronym to cover those five benefits is TOMBS: training, operations, marketing, branding, and support. The five combined give agents a strong foundation...