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The latest property news for first-time buyers, seasoned investors, landlords and renters and everyone in between.
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A look back at 2018
As we rapidly approach the end of 2018 it is always interesting to look back on the previous year and ahead to next year.
Buying
Have you bought with Help to Buy and now looking at your options?
If you have bought your current home with help to buy and are now looking to either move on or re mortgage with the help to buy loan there are a couple more steps involved which JW Wood Chartered Surveyors can help you with.
JW Wood news
JW Wood named Best Agent in the North East region by Relocation Agent Network
JW Wood is proud to announce that we have won Relocation Agent Network’s prestigious 2018 Best Agent North East Regional Award.
JW Wood news
JW Wood shortlisted for 'Best in Region' award
We are delighted to announce that we been shortlisted for the 2018 Best Agent North East Region Award by Relocation Agent Network, a national network of selected estate agents.
Selling
Don’t mention the ‘C’ word (yet)
Now that we’re into November, it seem unavoidable these days to hear talk of Christmas and see all the Christmas marketing in the shops and on-line stores.
Local news
Durham takes gold in Britain in Bloom
Gardeners in the region are once again celebrating their success after picking up some top prizes at the annual Britain in Bloom awards.
Home and moving
A JW Wood Guide to Conservation
We all know County Durham has some picturesque countryside, scenic coastline and pretty villages, but did you realise there are 93 Conservation Areas within villages and towns in the County?
Local news
Barnardo’s 25th Sportsman’s Dinner
On Friday the Durham committee of Barnardo's held their 25th Sportsman’s Dinner at the Ramside Hall Hotel. The main speaker was Kyran Bracken a member of the England World Cup winning rugby team supported by comedian and magician Billy Flywheel.
JW Wood news
45th Anniversary With JW Wood
This week we celebrate Geoff Grahams 45th Anniversary at JW Wood. Geoff joined the firm as a junior Negotiator in 1973 and has been an essential part of the JW Wood success story.
Local news
Fill up Your Water Bottles for Free across County Durham
In partnership with Northumbrian Water, Durham County Council has joined the Refill campaign – which is a national scheme aimed at cutting plastic waste.
Home and moving
Do you need planning permission for garden buildings?
There's never been a better time to time to update your garden, whether that’s with some new plants, outdoor furniture, or a new shed or greenhouse.
JW Wood news
Job Opportunity at JW Wood Consett
JW Wood are looking to fill the position of Sales Negotiator at our Consett office