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The latest property news for first-time buyers, seasoned investors, landlords and renters and everyone in between.
Renting
Nine top tips for renting a property
The private rented sector of the UK property market has grown dramatically since the late 1990s and the growth is predicted to continue.
JW Wood news
Success for JW Wood Sponsored Junior Football Club
JW Wood are proud to be a shirt sponsor for St Mary's Juniors Football Club who have just enjoyed a hugely successful annual tournament last weekend.
Home and moving
Making the most of your garden, whether it is for your own use or with selling in mind
Whether for your own use or to add sale-ability to your home, your outdoor space can be transformed into an extra living room and make the perfect oasis, taking the indoors outdoors.
Selling
Why use high street agents?
“If you’re considering selling your property, it’s important to think carefully about your expectations of the agent handling your sale.
Selling
Valuation booked to asking-price sale in 48 hours
‘How quickly are houses selling at the moment?’ A lady walked in to our Consett office last Wednesday and asked us that very question.'
Selling
Unlock your land’s potential
Last month, The Prime minister stated in her speech on the doorstep of 10 Downing Street, that she "cannot bring about the kind of society I want to see, unless we tackle one of the biggest barriers to social mobility we face today - the lack of affordable housing.”
JW Wood news
JW Wood joins forces with agents across the UK
We’re delighted to announce that we are participating in a nationwide event organised by Relocation Agent Network called #OneThousandItemsofFood, supporting local Foodbanks in their bid to help tackle food poverty in the UK.
Selling
Is summer the best season to sell your home?
This increased activity will make your "For Sale" sign visible to far more people– whether they're driving, walking or riding by your house.
Selling
Sales success is all in the detail
“There is little doubt that how buyers search for their new homes has changed dramatically over the years,” says Geoff Graham, joint managing director of JW Wood. “Not only that, but how agents present properties for sale has seen huge change. “In an attempt to keep pace with such a fast-moving environment we are always looking at ways of being innovative and forward thinking.
Landlords
Becoming a landlord can be a daunting process
The market for renting out residential property has dramatically expanded in recent years with the strong growth of buy-to-let and the increasing popularity of rental property as a long term investment.
Market updates
Spring in Consett
It may be March, but there have been few signs of Spring’s imminent arrival so far this year, as we all thaw out and seek a return to normality following the blizzards and extreme conditions of the previous week. Despite the inclement climate, there have been some encouraging signs of growth in the local housing market, particularly in the Consett area, where I have been valuing homes now for almost 10 years.
Selling
Sell your Darlington home for £750 including vat.
County Durham’s longest serving Estate Agent JW Wood are offering to sell your home within Darlington for a set fee of £750 including vat, this promotion has generated a huge response and will be coming to a close on Easter Sunday so be quick.