Goodfellows blog

Welcome to the Goodfellows blog. Here we share property news, and informative articles as well as the latest community news from our branches.

5 key benefits of property inspections
October 7th 2024
In this blog, we'll explore five key reasons why mid-tenancy property inspections are essential and beneficial for both landlords and tenants. 
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Selling your house before Christmas guide
September 24th 2024
In this article, we will lay out the average timeframes of house moves in the UK, and what to expect during the process.
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Understanding what conveyancing is
September 24th 2024
If you are planning on buying or selling property for the first time, you may have come across the term ‘conveyancing’. In this blog post, we cover what conveyancing means, when it is needed, and why it pays to be proactive about it.
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Increase your kerb appeal this autumn
September 24th 2024
When preparing to sell, it is important to cater your kerb appeal to the season you’re selling in to maximise interest from potential buyers. Find out how you can capitalise on the romantic cosiness of autumn to make your home exterior appeal to prospective viewers. 
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How to sell your house in winter weather
September 24th 2024
Are you trying to sell your home in the run up to Christmas, but the weather conditions are having other ideas? Read on to find out our top tips for marketing your home in winter.
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Sutton houses
September 24th 2024
Are you considering Sutton for your next move? Far from being a sleepy town, Sutton offers a vibrant range of shopping, dining and leisure opportunities, making it a hub of activity for residents. Read our area guide to find out more about the local benefits of this fantastic location.   
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Will VAT on private schools affect the property market?
September 3rd 2024
In this blog post, we will discuss what the VAT plan is exactly and when it will be implemented, and also how it might affect the housing market.
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What does the housing market look like this autumn?
September 3rd 2024
To examine this in more detail, we will delve into the change in mortgage rates recently, how house prices have altered and what the housing market looks like going forwards.
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What are school catchment areas and what do buyers need to know?
September 3rd 2024
In the following article, we will break down how school catchment areas work, how to work out what catchment area a property is in and how you can apply all of this knowledge when looking for your next home.
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Back to school! Is now the right time to sell your home?
September 3rd 2024
At Goodfellows, we think that September is one of the best times of year to sell your home! Here are our top reasons why you should sell during this season
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Carshalton Artists open studios banner
June 28th 2024
We are proud to sponsor the Carshalton Artists Open Studios trail, running 29th-30th June and 6th-7th July.
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Three people viewing a house
June 27th 2024
In this blog post, we've put together a group of properties ideal for investors looking to expand their portfolio or break into the lettings market.
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