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Jonathan BramwellThe exodus from London to the Cotswolds has sped up even further post pandemic. Houses are selling within weeks and according to Jonathan Bramwell, Head of The Buying Solution and Country Team, prices in the ‘A villages’ of Kingham and Churchill have risen by 20-30% post lockdown. Jonathan adds that the market has become extremely…
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Jemma ScottOnce home to Roald Dahl, Great Missenden, nestled in the Chilterns, is an extremely popular commuter destination for those looking to move out of the big smoke. With excellent schools, pubs and transport links it’s no wonder that demand has increased from those looking to escape during the pandemic. Jemma Scott, Partner at The Buying…
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Mark LawsonHaving recently purchased two notable estates for his clients, 5000 aces in Northumberland and 2000 acres in North Norfolk overlooking the coast and with 20 cottages, Mark Lawson was well placed to speak to the Financial Times about getting off the grid and moving to more rural pastures. Lockdown forced many to reassess and city…
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Harry GladwinNow more than ever our broadband speeds at home are crucial to successful home working – Hyperoptic ran a survey and fast broadband is now the fourth utility after gas, electricity and water. Harry Gladwin Partner at The Buying Solution says; Broadband is the buzz word of property searches right now. Those moving out of…
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Jake CivardiThe dual town/country existence has been growing over the past few years, the pandemic however has made it even more appealing. Jake Civardi, Partner at The Buying Solution says: “We have noticed a marked increase of second home buyers coming into the market recently. They are looking turn key houses; the current mentality being ‘buy…
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Philip EastwoodAir conditioning could become the new normal in the UK after Britons were forced to sleep through a week of unseasonably hot nights. Firms responsible for fitting homes with air conditioning units reported seeing surging demand in recent days, while estate agents said prospective buyers now considered the once luxury item to be a necessity. One company…
Read more Jonathan BramwellJonathan Bramwell talks to Carole Walker at The Times Radio Q Have you noticed more people looking to move out of London and major cities? A As soon as lockdown happened we received many more calls. A lot of buyers were already looking to make the move as London in particular was getting too expensive.…
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