Some people have been self-building eco homes for years, and it’s been a bit niche, with only self-proclaimed eco-warriors going down this route, but the trend is arguably becoming more mainstream with more and more people seeking a more sustainable home. There’s a whole host of factors as to why – the climate crisis bringing the need for us all ...

Let’s look at the issue of extending versus moving home. You may have re-evaluated your priorities during these last two years of covid uncertainty and disruption and considered whether your current home works for you. It may be that you know you want more space and can’t decide whether or not to move or extend. We can help!   Extending ...

Although 2021 is not quite over, forecasts indicate that it will have been the busiest year in the housing market since 2007. Will this continue into 2022? As we’ve said before, no one knows, but we can see from the Zoopla HPI forecast that it’s been a record year, that there was no dip post stamp duty holiday and that the ...

The nights have drawn in and its hibernation time, unless of course you plan to sell your home and/or hunt for a new one! It’s a commonly held, but not necessarily true, view that homes look their best in the summer months. Like we said, not true – you just have to do your preparation to get your home and ...

Barton Kendal Residential have just won The British Property Lettings Award for Rochdale. Their team performed outstandingly throughout the extensive judging period, which focused on customer service levels. Barton Kendal Residential have now been shortlisted for a number of national awards which will be announced shortly. The British Property Awards provide agents throughout the UK with an invaluable opportunity to ...