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LIVERPOOL’S GUIDE TO PROPERTY & CULTURE

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Four Best BuysThe hottest properties on the market

Four Best LetsThe best of the letting market

Cover StoryHot TopicProperty predictions for 2011

Hot off the PressTV show looking for Your Move reader

Cover StoryHot and HappeningAll the latest property news

Have Your SayMortgage market changes

MoversLiving in St Paul’s Square

Welcome to a new year, a newissue and fresh new properties torent and buy across the city for2011. For our first edition of theyear, we speak to propertyspecialists for their predictionsand trends for 2011, and the yearahead looks good for propertylandlords and first time buyersalike. We also popped around fora chat with X Factor finalistRebecca Ferguson as sheprepares for a big year in thelimelight. As always, we’ve pickedout the highlights to kick off thenew year and for all the latestnews sign up to our free digitalfortnightly magazine by [email protected]

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Cover StoryTalent in the CitySinger Rebecca Ferguson on X Factor

Bit of a doMatt Ford’s photographic exhibition

Ask the ExpertInnovative ideas from our interiors expert

What’s Hot and What’s OnYour guide to the start of the year

Ladies FashionTake a bow

Men’s fashionMen’s knitwear

Table TalkJoanna Hudson at Delifonseca

StreetlifeHerbert’s New Year bash

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ContentsWELCOME TO ISSUE 279

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How much?£109,000Number of bedroomsStudioClose toLiverpool One and the Albert DockBenefits fromBest central location in the city and 24 hourconciergeBest featureStunning views of the Albert Dock and river

Agent’s view“Situated in Grosvenor’s Liverpool One, thisfantastic studio show apartment on the 9th floor,provides stunning views over the Albert Dock andthe Welsh Hills; it is an ideal apartment for a firsttime buyer or discerning investor as it comes fullyfurnished and decorated to a high standard.”

ONE PARK WEST,LIVERPOOL L1

246 SOUTH FERRY QUAY,LIVERPOOL L3

How much?£189,950Number of bedroomsTwoClose toCity centre and within walking distance of theAlbert Dock, Echo Arena and Liverpool Onecomplex. Public transport nearbyBenefits fromDouble glazed windows, gas central heating andone secure parking spaceBest featureThere are two large terraces which have fantasticviews towards the river and facing over thecommunal gardens

Agent’s view“This is a two bedroom duplex penthouse apartmentwhich comprises of an entrance hall, spaciouslounge/dining area, open plan fitted kitchen, downstairssecond bedroom and bathroom. The upper floor is a masterbedroom with access to two terraces and door leading toen-suite shower room. Viewing is highly recommended!”

0151 232 2185

MARK BALDWINproperty consultantat King Sturge

VIEW NOW

0151 330 5333

HELEN GOODWINnew business managerat Andrew LouisVIEW NOW

Four best buysWHAT’S ON THE MARKET?

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How much?£750,000Number of bedroomsTwoClose toCressington train stationBenefits fromTwo double bedrooms with en-suite tomaster, integrated appliances, securegated access, private parkingBest featureSpacious living with private balcony overlooking well maintainedcommunal gardens

Agent’s view“Castle Estates are pleased to offer this highspecification, luxury apartment located inSouth Liverpool. Offering excellenttransport links to both Liverpool CityCentre and Liverpool John LennonAirport. View this desirable apartment andyou will not be disappointed!”

How much?£295,000Number of bedroomsThree double bedroomsClose toAlbert Dock, Liverpool One and Liverpoolcity centre. Also well placed for access intosouth Liverpool and WirralBenefits fromVery spacious accommodation, own frontentrance door direct from the quayside,undercroft parking, two bathroomsBest featureA very spacious lounge/dining room, which hasa balcony overlooking the quayside and dock

Agent’s view“This is a lovely ground floor apartment which hasmany attractive features, including the barrel vaultedceiling in the lounge, the balcony overlooking thequayside, a modern fitted kitchen and three doublebedrooms. Being within easy access of LiverpoolCity centre, but close enough to enjoy all the riversideamenities, this would be an ideal property for thoselooking for city living with a difference.”

PROPERTIES FOR SALE

EASTERN DRIVE,LIVERPOOL L19

1 NORTH QUAY,LIVERPOOL L3

0151 236 4400

JOANNA HUDSONmanager residential sales at Venmore

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0151 738 1619

LOUISE MORLEYassistant manager at Castle EstatesVIEW NOW

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Muskers Building 1 Stanley Street L1 6AA Sales 0151 330 5333

Muskers Building 1 Stanley Street L1 6AA Lettings 0151 330 5321

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• 1 bedroom furn manhattan style apart • Located in the heart of the city centre • Gas central heating• Secure door entry and intercom system

£500pcm

Stanley Street, City Centre

• 2 bedroom duplex apartment• Gas central heating and fitted kitchen• Great central location• Viewing is highly recommended

£107,500

NEW

Harrington Chambers, City Centre

• Beautiful top floor 2 bed apartment• Master bedroom with en-suite • Balcony with great views• Secure allocated parking

£129,995

NEW

Circle 109, City Centre

• 2 bed unfurnished apartment • Gas central heating • Close to the parks • On street parking

£375pcm

Belvidere Road, Aigburth

• GREAT INVESTORS OPPORTUNITY!!!• Luxury one &two bed apartments• High spec, excellent location• Full furniture pack included

From 119,848-£202,043

Lever Court, City Centre

• Stunning two double bed apartments• Kitchen with high spec smeg appliances• Balcony, allocated parking• Concierge service

From £190,000

Elysian Fields, City Centre

• 2 bedroom furnished apartment • Great views over the city and docklands• Secure parking • Gas central heating

£600pcm

Royal Quay, Docklands

• 2 bedroom furnished apartment• City Centre location• Allocated parking• Secure entry system

£525pcm

NEW

Renaissance Quarter, City Centre

• Furnished 2 bedroom ground floor apart • Views of Liverpool Marina • Close to local amenities and City Centre • Allocated parking space

£650pcm

South Ferry Quay, Docklands

• 2 bedroom furnished apartment• City Centre location• Allocated parking• Secure entry system

£650pcm

The Reach, Leeds Street

• 2 double bedroom furnished apartment• Close to City Centre and all Universities• Timber decked balcony• Complete with intercom system

£650pcm

The Atrium, London Road

• 2 bedroom furnished apartment • City Centre Location• Allocated parking • Period features

£725pcm

North Quay, Docklands

• 2 Bed furnished apartments• Secure allocated parking• High standard living• Excellent location

From £795pcm

NEW

Elysian Fields, City Centre

• 2 Bed apartment • City centre location • Show apartment finish • Fully furnished

From £675pcm

NEW

Kings Dock Mill, City Centre

• Large six bed characteristic property • Two reception rooms, separate kitchen• Access to a large garden • Secure parking for two cars

£375,000

Devonshire Rd, Princes Park

• Two bedroom 4th floor apartment• Open plan lounge/fitted kitchen• Fantastic location in the heart of the city • Viewing highly recommended!!!

£119,950

Manolis Yard, City Centre

• Immaculate one bedroom semi • Large storage cupboard upstairs • Double glazed, gas central heating • Allocated parking space

£72,000

Acorn Court, Upper Warwick St

• REDUCED FOR QUICK SALE • Beautiful two bedroom apartment • Fabulous views of the River Mersey • Large balcony, allocated parking space

£132,000

Armstrong Quay, Docklands

• Two bedroom semi detached house • Access to loft space, porch • Driveway and a flagged patio • Great investment or first time purchase

£85,000

Bond Street, City Centre

• Well presented two bed apartment• Separate kitchen, gas central heating • Great location close to local amenities• NO CHAIN!!!

£127,500

Gambier Terrace, Georgian Quarter

• Two bedroom 3rd floor apartment • Open plan living room/ kitchen• Master with en suite, decked terrace• Secure underground parking

£144,950

Hudson Gardens, City Centre

• Spacious two bedroom apartment • Spacious lounge, fitted kitchen• Double glazing, gas central heating• Parking space, NO CHAIN!!!

£97,950

Lockfields View, Vauxhall

• Two bedroom 3rd floor apartment• Fitted kitchen, integrated appliances• Double glazing, timber decked balcony • Underground secure parking

£139,950

The Focus Building, City Centre

• Luxury one bedroom apartment • Lounge with dual views• New bathroom, great storage space• 24hr manned security, secure parking

£119,950

Waterloo Warehouse

• Immaculate two bedroom apartment• Lounge with separate kitchen• Gas central heating, double glazing• Gated development allocated parking

£114,500

Princes Gardens, City Centre

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THE ALBANY A rare opportunity to rent this stunningduplex penthouse apartment. Situated inthe Business district the apartment brieflycomprising two DOUBLE bedrooms,spacious open plan living area withoutside terrace, fitted kitchen &bathroom. The apartment is offeredunfurnished or furnished for an additional£50.00pcm. Parking can also be for£50.00pcm per space. AvailableImmediately

£800pcm

KINGS DOCK MILL The Kings Dock Mill Apartments aredesigned around two interlockingcourtyards allowing each apartment totake full advantage of the dual aspectnature of the development; the internalcourtyards provide good security andprivacy, and maximise the views of thecity, Pier head and Marina.

Prices start from£475pcm for one bedrooms £625pcm for two bedrooms

ONE PARK WEST King Sturge are delighted to offer this wellpresented two DOUBLE bedroom, 7thfloor apartment in the jewel in the crownof Liverpool One. Commandinguninterrupted views of the City, River andChavasse Park, the apartment comprisesan open-plan living, kitchen and diningarea, two bedrooms (master with ensuite)and separate bathroom. The apartment isfurnished to a high standard and isavailable immediately.

£1000pcm

WATERLOO QUAY Two double bedroom first floor apartmentlocated in the popular Watersidedevelopment Waterloo Quay.Accommodation comprises lounge withdining area, fully equipped kitchen, TWODOUBLE BEDROOM (master withensuite), and a bathroom. The propertyalso comes with allocated parking, isoffered fully furnished and benefits from abalcony.

£625pcm

UNITY BUILDINGS Located in a new build development nearto Moorfields Station in Liverpool citycentre. Accommodation comprises openplan lounge with dining area and balcony,separate kitchen, bedroom and bathroom.The property is offered fully furnished andbenefits from 24hour concierge and fullaccess of the on site gym.

£600pcm

ONE PARK WEST King Sturge is pleased to offer this topfloor studio apartment. Comprising open-plan living, dining, kitchen and sleepingarea and separate bathroom. Theapartment is offered furnished to a highstandard and without parking, althoughparking can be added for an additionalcost. Viewing recommended toappreciate. Available from the 26thJanuary 2011.

£525pcm

BEDFORD STREET 50% shared ownership. King Sturge aredelighted to offer a well presented sharedownership apartment. This second floorapartment comprises one doublebedroom, living and dining area, separatekitchen and bathroom. The apartment issituated in the heart of the GeorgianQuarter & offers views towards theCathedral. Ideal first time buy. Viewinghighly recommended.

Offers in the region of £57,500

COMMUTATION PLAZA King Sturge is delighted to offer this wellpresented apartment. Briefly comprisingof open plan living and dining area, fullyfitted kitchen with integrated appliances,one double bedroom and bathroom. The property benefits from views over St.George's Hall, Liverpool's Museum andthe Walker Art Gallery and is ideallysituated close to Lime Street Station, theEmpire Theatre, shops and the businessdistrict.

75% Shared Ownership £65,000

BOLD PLACE A well presented, period townhouse inthe Georgian Quarter, overlooking StLuke's Church. Four stories, basement-level kitchen and dining room, tworeception rooms, four double bedrooms,the master benefiting from roll-top bath,and two additional shower rooms. Sashwindows, fireplaces and decorativecornicing. Private paved rear courtyardwith mature shrubs. Residents parkingpermits are available for on-street parking.

£475,000

X BUILDING A stunning 2 bedroom sixth floorpenthouse apartment with spacious wraparound balcony with view across parksand to the river. Open plan living, diningand kitchen area. Master bedroom withen suite, fitted wardrobes and doors tobalcony, second bedroom with fittedwardrobes. The amount of outside spacethe wrap around balcony affords is highlyunusual in a city centre location. Secureunderground parking space.

£215,000

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ONE PARK WEST King Sturge is delighted to offer this 5thfloor show studio apartment. As part ofGrosvenor's One Park West, it is based inthe heart of the City, Liverpool One.Comprising open plan living, dining,kitchen and sleeping area with separatebathroom. Close to all links of transportand local amenities such as restaurants,bars and shops. Secure parking available -please ask for details.

£110,000

THE FOUNDRY Shared ownership opportunity at theFoundry in the Ropewalks area. This thirdfloor apartment comprises living area,fitted kitchen with breakfast bar, bedroom,and fitted bathroom. A secure parkingspace can be purchased separately. Idealfor first time buyers as the apartment canbe purchased on a shared ownershipbasis, with a minimum 25% share.£23,750 for 25%£47,500 for 50% and£71,250 for 75%

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81/87 Victoria Street, The Old Haymarket, Liverpool L1 6DG 0151 231 6100/6101 [email protected] | [email protected] | www.cityresidential.co.uk

Quebec Quay

Two bedfully furnished

secure allocated parking

£750pcm

The Albany

Selection of two bedpenthouses, fully fur-

nished, secure parking

£800pcm

London Road

One bedfully furnished

great central location

£475pcm

Eden Square

Modern one bedfully furnishedgreat location

£550pcm

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We have buyers waiting!

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Cable House

Apartment One Bed Duplex Apartment

Terrace, Secure Parking

From £129,950

Alexandra Drive

Two bed, fully furnishedtwo doubles

allocated parking

£625pcm

Bridpoint

Two bedfully furnished

great central location

£600pcm

Armstrong Quay

Two bed, fully furnishedbalcony with river views

allocated parking

£750pcm

Park Lane Plaza

Modern two bedfully furnishedsecure parking

£700pcm

Quebec Quay

One Bedroom PenthouseRiver And Marina Views

Secure Parking

£129,950

South Ferry Quay

Well Presented Two Bed Apart, River Views

Allocated Parking

£154,950

Westminster Chambers

Two bed, duplex style,fully furnished, great location

£675pcm

Central Gardens

One BedroomRealisitcly PricedPopular Location

£84,950

Commutation Plaza

75% shared ownershipStunning One BedroomAmazing Views, Parking

£94,950

Pall Mall

Stunning Two BedroomApartment, Modern Fitted

Kitchen And Bathroom

£123,000

The Sidings

Two bedfully furnishedgood location

£500pcm

Moss Street

Selection of two bedsfully furnished

modern specification

£600pcm

Armstrong Quay

Two bed, fully furnishedbalcony

allocated parking

£575pcm

Staten Court

One bedfully furnished

secure allocated parking

£525pcm

North Quay

Spacious two bedfully furnishedsecure parking

£850pcm

Pall Mall

Two bed penthousefully furnished

terrace, secure parking

£725pcm

REDUCED

REDUCED

REDUCED

Hatton Gardens

Two Bedrooms, 80%Fixed Equity, Secure

Parking

£102,500

REDUCED

South Ferry Quay

Three Bedrooms, SecureParking, Excellent Price,

Renovation Project

£255,000

Anglican Court

Spacious Two Bed Apart,Fitted Kitchen And Bath-room, Allocated Parking

£99,950

REDUCED

Eden Square

Two BedroomsDuplex Penthouse

Two Stunning Terraces

£244,950

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Eden Square

Two BedroomsLarge Terrace

Amazing Views

£179,950

NEW

Pall Mall

Two BedroomsNew Kitchen

Secure Parking

£142,500

NEW

Sovereign Chambers

Two BedroomsGreat LocationExcellent Price

£110,000

NEW

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£750pcm

BOLD STREET, L1 • 2 Bedrooms• Apartment• Unfurnished• Studio Annex• DG, CH• Parking

TO LET Offices at City Centre, Allerton, West Derby and Walton T: 0151 207 5923 E: [email protected]

£124,950

KNIGHT STREET • Second Floor Apartment • Two Double Bedrooms• Open Plan Living Area • Fitted Kitchen• Bathroom/Wc • En-Suite Shower Room

£189,950

ARMSTRONG QUAY • Duplex Penthouse Apartment• Three Bedrooms• Spacious Lounge• Modern Fitted Kitchen• En-Suite Shower Room• Bathroom/Wc

£650,000

DUKE STREET • Two Period Town Houses • Grade Ll Listed• Secure Parking For Five Cars• Prime City Centre Location• Excellent Investment

Opportunity

£109,950

HAIGH STREET • First Floor Apartment• Two Bedrooms• Open Plan Living Area • Fitted Kitchen• Modern Bathroom • Georgian Sash Windows

£350,000

RODNEY STREET • Grade Il Listed • Georgian Townhouse• Five Reception Rooms• Three Bedrooms• En-Suite Shower Room• Two Dressing Rooms

£425,000

BEETHAM TOWER A rare opportunity to purchase aunique, stunning duplexpenthouse apartment situated onlevel twenty five and twenty six ofthe prestigious Beetham Towerdevelopment. This individuallyarchitect designed apartment hasbeen extensively improved by thepresent owner and carefullyfurnished to reflect the strikingurban surroundings. There is asophisticated Bang & Olufsensound and vision system pluselectronic custom made blinds tothe lounge and dining room andItalian leather bound blinds toboth bedrooms. Designer furniturepackage by separate negotiation.

£109,950

HARRINGTON CHAMBERS• Second Floor Apartment• Two Bedrooms• Spacious Lounge• En-Suite Bathroom• Gas Central Heating• No Chain

£135,000

BEAUFORT APARTMENT • Second Floor Apartment • Two Double Bedrooms• Lounge Kitchen/Diner• Bathroom/Wc En-Suite • Shower Room, GCH• Secure Car Space

£115,000

ST ANDREW STREET • First Floor Apartment • Two Double Bedrooms• Lounge/Dining Room• Fitted Kitchen • Modern Bathroom• Juliette Balcony

From £550pcm

UPPER STANHOPE ST, L8 • 3 Bedrooms• Apartments• 1st and 2nd Floors• Furnished• DG, CH• Parking

£550pcm

NEWSHAM PARK, L6 • 2 Bedrooms• Apartment• Furnished• CCH, DG• Patio• Parking

£650pcm

SOUTH FERRY QUAY, L3 • Selection of Apartments• 2 Bedrooms• Furnished• Central Heating• Double Glazing• Parking

£750pcm

QUEBEC QUAY, L3 • 2 Bedrooms• Apartment• Furnished• Double Glazing• Central Heating• Parking

£499pcm

ELIZABETH ROAD, L10 • 3 Bedrooms• Semi-Detached• Furnished• Central Heating• Double Glazing• Drive, Garden

£600pcm

JUDGES DRIVE, L6 • 3/4 Bedrooms• Duplex Apartment• Flexi Furnishings• Central Heating

£675pcm

HERONDALE ROAD, L18 • 3 Bedrooms• Terrace• Unfurnished• Central Heating• Double Glazing• Yard

£750pcm

AIGBURTH DRIVE, L17 • 3 Bedrooms• Apartment• Unfurnished• Central Heating• Parking

£690pcm

ARKLES LANE, L4 • 4 Bedrooms• Terrace• Flexible Furnishings• DG, CH• Ensuite• Patio

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PROPERTIES FOR SALE

PROPERTIES TO LET

Mono Building

£98,950

• Second floor apartment• Two double bedrooms• Open plan Lounge/fitted Kitchen • Juliet balcony• Stylish bathroom, white suite• DG, Electric heating system

Henry Street

£630pcm

• Two bedrooms• Furnished accomodation• Contemporary styling• Ropewalks district• Floor area approx 742 sq ft• Excellent location

Renaissance Building

Reduced To £84,950

• Two bedroom apartment• Available with NO CHAIN!• 2nd Floor location• Lift to all floors• In the heart of the city centre• Close to bars & shops

Connaught Road

Reduced To £109,950

• Substantial end of terrace • Lovely family home• Re-modelled ground floor• Three Bedrooms & roof terrace!• Two reception rooms• Modern fitted kitchen

The Colonnades

£595,000

• Four Bedroom Penthouse• Two secure parking spaces• Terrace and Balcony • Two stylish bathrooms• 24 hour Concierge service• Lifts to all floors

North Quay

£295,000

• Ground floor apartment• Own quayside front entrance • Three double bedrooms• En-suite shower room• Spacious Lounge/Dining room• Modern fitted Kitchen

Rawcliffe Road


• Substantial semi-detached • Ideal for family occupancy• Good letting potential• Lawned garden to the rear• Six bedrooms, Three bathrooms• Two Kitchens, Two receptions

Beetham Tower

£199,950

• Two bedroom apartment• Third floor location• Views towards River Mersey• Secure car park space included• Fitted kitchen• Bathroom and en-suite shower

Pansy Street

£59,950

• Two bedroom mid terrace house• Partial UPVC double glazing• Gas central heating system• Through lounge/dining room• In the "flower streets" of Kirkdale• Available with no chain!

Quebec Quay

£175,000

• Third floor apartment• Two bedrooms and en-suite• Lift to all floors• Lounge with Juliet balcony• River Mersey and Marina views• Secure car parking

One Park West

£85,000

• Studio apartment• Tenth floor location• Stylish Bathroom• Contemporary Kitchen• Lounge/bedroom area• DG, Electric heating system

South Ferry Quay


• Two bedroom apartment• Second floor • Gardens and River views• Tastefully presented throughout• Modern fitted kitchen • Gas Central heating system, DG

Tower Building

£235,000

• Former show apartment• Two double bedrooms• Bathroom and en-suite shower • Fabulous open plan lounge• Secure Parking space included• 24 hour Concierge

Tancred Road

£109,950

• Four bedroom end of terrace• Laid over three floors• Two reception rooms• Modern fitted Breakfast Kitchen• Family Bathroom• En-suite Shower room

Anfield Road


• Substantial mid-terrace house• Four bedrooms• Two reception rooms• Modern fitted kitchen • UPVC double glazed windows• Gas central heating system

Cornwallis Court


• Duplex penthouse• City centre location• Two bedrooms• En-suite Shower room• Principal Bathroom• Balcony with city views

One Park West

£475pcm

• Studio apartment• Fully furnished• Located on the 3rd floor• Open plan lounge/kitchen• High specification kitchen• Available immediatley

Particular Baptist Chapel

£550pcm

• Unfurnished• Two bedroom• Parking• Duplex apartment• Garden area• Advanced viewing recommended

The Mill

£525pcm

• Ropewalks District• One bedroom• Furnished accomodation• Contact office for viewing• Ground floor• Stylish Apartment

Derby Road

£400pcm

• One Bedroom Apartment• Fully Furnished• Top Floor• On Street Parking• Brand New• Close to City Centre

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Large 2 Bedroom Basement Apartment,GCH, Good Sized Living Area, FittedKitchen with Appliances Included, WellAppointed Bathroom, Available Now!

SOUTH DRIVE, L15

£550PCM

A spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom luxury apartment available in excellentlocation on Aigburth Drive. The apartment benefits from high quality laminateflooring, modern fitted kitchen with integrated appliances included, spaciousliving area, and 2 double bedrooms (with en suite bathroom to MasterBedroom).

AIGBURTH DRIVE, L17FEATURE PROPERTY

AVAILABLE NOW £795PCM

Good Sized 1 Bed Apartment Close to CityCentre. Modern Fitted Kitchen withIntegrated White Goods, LaminateFlooring, GCH. Available 13/01/11.

PRINCES ROAD, L8

£425PCM1 Bed Apartment Available in PopularLocation Close to Princes Park. Off StreetParking, Laminate Flooring, CH, ModernKitchen With White Goods Inc.

PRINCES ROAD, L8

£425PCM1 Bedroom Basement Apartment, GasCentral Heating, Good Sized Living Area,Fitted Kitchen with Appliances Included,Well Appointed Bathroom, Available Now!

KREMLIN DRIVE, L13

£400PCM

Modern 2 Bed Apartment Available Closeto Liverpool City Centre. Modern FittedKitchen with White Goods, ModernBathroom, Open Plan Living/Kitchen Area.

NEWSHAM DRIVE, L6

£475PCM

Large 2 Bed Apartment Available Close toSpeke Retail Park. Laminate Flooring,Modern Fitted Kitchen with IntegratedWhite Goods, Allocated Parking

BRAVERY COURT, L19

£550PCM

Spacious 2 Bed Apartment Available inExcellent Location Close to Sefton Park.Laminate Flooring, CH, Modern KitchenWith White Goods Inc, Parking.

CROXTETH ROAD, L8

£575PCM

2 Bed Terrace Available at Great Price inPopular Location on Hawkins Street. Closeto Liverpool City Centre, Benefits fromFlooring and Inclusive White Goods.

HAWKINS STREET, L6

£425PCM

Spacious 2 Bedroom Apartment in ModernDevelopment in Waterloo. LargeLiving/Kitchen Area, Two Double Beds, EnSuite and Family Bathroom, Available Now!

VICTORIA ROAD, L22

£600PCMLarge 3 Bed Terraced House in PopularLocation. 2 Reception Rooms, SpaciousKitchen, 3 Double Beds, 2 Bathrooms,Newly Refurbished Throughout.

CHILDERS STREET, L13

£550PCMSpacious 2 Bed Luxury Apartment, QualityFitted Kitchen, Secure Entrance, PrivateParking, Intercom, Communal Gardens. A‘Must See’!

CROXTETH DRIVE, L17

£775PCMLarge Studio Apartment Available inExcellent Location Close to Sefton Park.Laminate Flooring, Central Heating, FittedKitchen With White Goods Inc.

IVANHOE ROAD, L17

£350PCM

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Sunningdale Road, L15

Two bed terrace, Unfurnished with

white goods, Through lounge, wooden

floors, fitted Kitchen, Housing benefit

currently accepted, GCG, DG

£485pcm

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Grayling Drive, L12

Three bedroom detached bungalow,

GCH, DG, Fitted kitchen, all

appliances, Laminate flooring,

Gardens, Garage, NEW TO MARKET

£650pcm

FOR LET

Hathaway Road, L25

Three bedroom semi with no chain,

Gas Central Heating, Double Glazing,

Conservatory to rear, Through lounge,

Gardens, Garage – offers invited!

£167,500

FOR SALEBishopgate Street, , L15

Two bedroom terrace, popular location,

Some TLC required, DG and GCH,

lounge, kitchen diner, bathroom, Great

first home or investment opportunity

£69,950

FOR SALEDeverell Road, L15

Three bedroom semi, no chain

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NORTH QUAY,WAPPING DOCK L3

How much?£850 pcmNumber of bedroomsTwoClose toAlbert Dock and Liverpool OneBenefits fromSecure parking and modern fixtures and fittings Best featureSpacious open plan living and dining area

Agent’s view“Spacious two bedroom apartment on the top floorof this superb conversion. Recently refurbishedwith new kitchen and bathroom. Two doublebedrooms, master with en-suite shower room,separate kitchen area.”

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How much?£550 pcmNumber of bedroomsThreeClose toLiverpool city centreBenefits fromRefurbished and interior designed to theprinciples of Feng ShuiBest featureQuality finish throughout

Agent’s view“Situated off Priory Road, Liverpool 4 theproperty is ideally located close to allamenities. Features reception room, fittedkitchen, downstairs WC, bathroom, doubleglazed, central heated and rear yard.”

0151 260 0300

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How much?£850 pcmNumber of bedroomsTwo double bedroomsClose toDockland location on the River Merseyclose to city centreBenefits fromExcellent central location and two secureparking spacesBest featureStunning location in a converted warehousewith original features

Agent’s view“Cuddly Bears are delighted to offer this luxurytwo bedroom duplex apartment on WaterlooQuay, a prestigious development in a grade IIlisted building on the River Mersey. Furnishedto a high standard throughout, with views acrossthe docks. The property benefits from fittedkitchen, double bedrooms, bathroom and en-suiteand two secure allocated parking spaces.”

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How much?£575 pcmNumber of bedroomsTwoClose toJust a few minutes outside of Liverpool city centreBenefits fromSecure allocated parking, top quality furnishingsand a gymnasium for residents onlyBest featureThe view of the city skyline from the spaciousterrace is truly spectacular!

Agent’s view“A fantastic two bedroom fully furnished penthouseapartment furnished to an exceptional standard andoffering magnificent views to the world famousLiverpool skyline. Great apartment for young couple orsingle person. If you are looking for a cool pad withviews to match, this is it!”

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Low interest rates have remained thesame at 0.50 per cent for 21 months.

Economists have changed their view constantly on how longit will take for the Bank of England to put the rates backup, mid-2010 they predicted a two per cent rise by end of2011, but those estimates have reduced dramatically in

light of crises in neighbouring economies such as Ireland.

The rise and fall of housing prices led to a similarinstability in confidence in the housing market. In the

latest report by Halifax, housing economist Martin Elliscommented that the higher number of properties for sale,combined with reduced demand, have caused the recentdecrease in prices. House prices in 2010 were marginallylower than 2009 (-0.07 per cent). This flagging confidence

is a combination of high unemployment, muted wagegrowth, a fiscal squeeze and low consumer confidence.

There are tentative signs that homeowners arebecoming more reluctant to put their properties onthe market which, if continued, will help to relieve

the current downward pressure on prices.

The new Coalition Government announcedthe suspension of Home Information Packswith immediate effect from 21 May 2010.

The Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) willbe retained. Sellers will still be required to

commission, but won't need to have received, anEPC before marketing their property.

Landlords are the major beneficiaries of the currentstagnant mortgage market, since those who cannot buy ahome need to live somewhere. Research from Rightmove

showed that the return on investment for buy-to-lethomes is now more than 6 per cent, while the amount of

rental stock available has fallen 23 per cent since last year.

Rents are likely to rise further and demandincrease as social housing stock remains stagnate,

leading to investors returning to market.

The Council of Mortgage Lenders saidmortgage lending dropped in October at

16 per cent lower than a year ago.

Despite this, the council said that the depositneeded to be found by the average first-time buyer

dropped to 20 per cent, from 24 per cent inSeptember, and expected a similar outlook in 2011.

20112010

The calm after the storm

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largely similar outlook. That seems to be the consensus

of estate agents as they look to 2011 for further stabilisation

of the property market before its buoyancy returns.

ALAN BEVANManaging Director

at City Residential

011 promises tobe a tough year as

uncertainty in theeconomic, house priceand job front dentswhat little confidencethere is in the market.Whilst the likelihoodof continued lowinterest rates will easesome of the pain forexisting owners we areunlikely to see anoticeable increase innew buyer with somany genuineconcerns. The strengthof the lettings marketshould start toencourage someexisting and newlandlords to dip theirtoe but with buy to letmortgage rateshistorically very highwe should not expectany substantialincrease in activity.With so many risks onthe downside andsome major Europeanand World issuescontinuing it isprobably another yearthat we will all be gladto see come and go.

LOUISE GANEDirector at

Grosvenor Waterford

ny furtherrecovery in the

property market in2011 will be stronglydependent on themajor lenders makingmortgage financemore available. Ifthese mortgagerestrictions areloosened more firsttime buyers will beable to get on theproperty ladder. Rentsare also expected toincrease for buy to letinvestors as more andmore potentialhomeowners,struggling to finddeposits andmortgages, enter therental sector.

MARTYN GREENPartner at

King Sturge

ales in 2011 willbumble along in a

similar fashion to2010. With houseprices anticipated toremain stagnant, if notdrop a percent or two,sales of property inthe city will bedifficult. This,however, is fantasticnews for the buy to letinvestor and the rentalmarket. Rents in thecity rose dramaticallylast year with qualitytwo bedroomapartments renting forup to £1100 permonth, cash richinvestors could takethis opportunity topurchase property atlow values and let outat maximum rents.2010 saw a significantrise in cash richmature couples buyingsecond homes in thecity and we anticipatethis trend willcontinue and increaseduring 2011.

PHIL LAWTONDirector at

Sutton Kersh

think that theproperty market in

2011 will be largelysimilar to 2010. Whilstlenders are looking forlarger deposits, it willremain difficult forfirst time buyers to getonto the propertyladder and so I expectthe rental market toremain strong. It ismuch more acceptablefor people to renttoday, there is a goodchoice of high qualityaccommodationavailable and peopledo not have confidenceto buy in the presentdepressed market. Ibelieve that prices willremain stable, I amnot expecting afurther fall in valuesnext year although itcould be sometime yetbefore we see arecovery in values. Itis difficult to makepredictions as theproperty market isfragile and dependantupon so many external factors but Ibelieve the worst isbehind us and thatLiverpool has goodreason to be positiveabout the future.

LOUIS ANASTASIOU Managing Director

at Andrew Louis

e have found thatthe property prices

have stabilised this yearand we predict that 2011will be a busy time forinvestors to come backinto the marketplace asdemand for lettingsgrows. With fundingnow very limited forresidential schemesdemand will probablynot be met and as aresult, rents shouldbegin to increase overthe coming months. Thiswill then encourageinvestment landlordsback to the buy to letmarket as they see betterrental yields combinedwith lower purchasesprices. There will also bethe return of theaccidental landlord whois unable or unwilling tosell their property andturns to the rentalmarket as a viablealternative. With talksbetween leading lendersof increasing loan tovalues rates up to 95 percent already underway,the hope is that theserecently obsolete firsttime buyers can returnto the market giving ita timely boost for thenew year.

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A Firstly if the website is going to be the sole tool and assetof your business then please do make sure you own yourasset. This means if you engage a website developer thenmake sure upon payment for their services all images andnarrative which they procure are assignable to you and thatthe source code and other web site content can be owned byyou. You can do this by having a written agreement to ensurethat all copyright in the website and source code is owned bythe developer and assigned to you on payment of the fee. Ifyou are going to contract with students and landlords alikeover your website then you need to have terms andconditions which they can both click to accept in order to useyour service. These terms and conditions will form the basis ofthe contract with you for the web-services. There will bedifferences depending on whether you are finding propertyor making it available for rent. You will need to make surethat the appropriate limitations of liability are drafted in eachcase and I would suggest you use a solicitor for this purpose.As you will be receiving personal information aboutindividuals then you will need to make sure that you registerthe business with the Information Commissioner. You can dothis by the internet www.ico.gov.uk. You can download fromthat website the information you need in order to complywith the Data Protection Act 1998 (“DPA 1998”). You will alsoneed to draft a privacy policy/data protection notice for yourwebsite to ensure that you comply with the DPA 1998.There are a myriad of other issues which will also need to becontemplated, such as, mis-descriptions, who is to beresponsible for procuring the tenancy agreement, insurance,rent deposits and guarantees, fire and safety requirements aswell as identity/reference checks. I suggest you speak to asolicitor about the extent of the service you wish to provide and the management of risk in what you propose to undertake.

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With the continued cold snapand The Met office warningthat the freezingtemperatures and ice are setto continue, landlords need tokeep tenants prepared so notto avoid any unnecessarycosts for 2011.

Antoni Dmochowski, LettingsManager at independent estateagent HomeLets & HomeSalesknows only too well theproblems that can occur. “Withso many people taking breaks atthe end of 2010, and thatcombined with people gettingover the rush and stress of theChristmas holidays, tenantsoften forget the simplest of

tasks,” he commented. One ofthe most important thingslandlords need to consider asthe temperatures drop is tomake sure they have informedtheir tenants, whether it be inan empty property, or a tenantin occupation, that the heatingis not turned off and is set nolower than around 12 degreesCelsius. “It is tempting to turnthe heating right down when aproperty is vacant,” says AntoniDmochowski based on AllertonRoad, “especially when peopleare cutting costs at such anexpensive time of year, and ofcourse to save on gas andelectricity bills. However, thecost involved from frozen and

burst pipes is a much higher”.By communicating everythingfully to your tenants, in personand in writing, allows thelandlord to be fully in controlof their property. If thelandlord is due to be away atany point, we advise that youleave a full list of reliablecontacts including emergencynumbers for plumbers andelectricians.”

HomeLets & HomeSales isa leading independentspecialist lettings, salesand property managementagency covering Liverpool,Warrington, Halton andNorth Cheshire.

Production company TrueNorth are looking for a fewlucky Your Move readers totake part in a new TV series forBritain’s leading homes andgardens channel, Home.

What The Neighbours Did willbe presented by Amanda Lamb,with the series followinghomeowners as they undertakerenovations, extensions orimprovements to their home,from start to completion. Theproducers are currently lookingfor homeowners who are about toembark on exciting newrenovation projects to take part inthe series, which will broadcast inJune. They are looking forhomeowners who have decided toembark on a home renovationproject between now and April. Itcould be a loft or basementconversion, a new kitchen orextension. They are looking for

exciting projects and passionatehomeowners who love their houseand want to put their own stampon it. As part of the programmethe homes need to be on a streetof similar houses with similaroriginal layout. The series followshomeowners who want torenovate their homes rather thanrelocate but are lackinginspiration. Amanda Lambshows them around other homesin the area that began with thesame original floor plans with theaim of showing them what thepotential of their property is.

If you are a homeowner witha renovation project comingup that meets the abovecriteria, and you areinterested to find out moreabout our series, pleasecontact Joe Forrest on 0113394 5480, or by email [email protected].

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Hot & HappeningYOUR GUIDE TO WHAT’S HAPPENING IN LIVERPOOL

A former Crosby schoolgirlhas beaten off fiercecompetition to win Best Student in the nationalWomen in Property Awards.

Cara Henderson, who is a formerpupil of Merchant Taylors’ Girls’School, has completed two yearsof a Quantity Surveying andCommercial Management degreeat the University of CentralLancashire which will lead toher charter with RICS and iscurrently on an industrialplacement year with Redrow in

North Wales. Originally fromScarisbrick, Lancashire, Carawon the regional title for BestStudent from the Women inProperty in 2010 and beat eightothers in the national final toscoop the overall crown. Thefinal, held at Claridges Hotel,saw Cara win a cash prize tofurther her studies and secureexciting job prospects for herpost university career.

Women in Property waslaunched in 1987 to enhancethe profile of women in asector in which women onlyrepresent 15 per cent of theworkforce.

Buying new is the key tokeeping heating bills turneddown low, according to housebuilder Miller Homes.

Energy prices have shot up thiswinter – along with a 38 per centrise in suppliers profits – and thesix big energy providers havewarned MPs that energy pricescould rise by 25 per cent over thenext decade. Average dual-fueltariffs have risen by £15 perhousehold and a VAT increase isnot going to help hard uphouseholders heat their homes.With new homes built to be upto six times more energy efficient

than older style properties,people considering movinghouse would be well advised toconsider the impact of futurefuel bills, said Sue Warwick ofMiller Homes. “The latestinnovations in design mean thatall of our homes benefit fromwall and roof insulation, lowenergy, high output heatingsystems and double glazing toensure that the heat is kept welland truly locked in,” she added.“Whenever energy companiesmake the headlines with theirhuge profits margins, I can’t helpbut think of how greener homescan help to absorb some of the

costs for householders, or evengenerate enough energy to run ahome self sufficiently tohousehold energy.”

For more information visitwww.millerhomes.co.uk ortelephone 0870 336 4700.

Shadow minster andMerseyside MP LucianaBerger gave the thumbs up to alocal company’s renewableenergy innovations.

Ms Berger, Shadow Minister forClimate Change and MP forLiverpool Wavertree, toured theheadquarters of Eco Environmentin Bootle before going to inspectone of their solar power voltaic(PV) projects in Crosby. Thecompany had been selected byEnvirolink North West which

promotes and supports businessusing and developing greentechnologies. Luciana Berger MPcommented: “Companies such asEco Environments are a shiningexample of how Merseyside ishelping to drive the developmentof the low carbon economy in theNorth West.” The companydesigns, installs and commissionsa range of renewable energy andenergy conservation solutions,specialising in solar panels, windturbines and solar thermal waterheating systems. David Hunt, a

director at Eco Environments,commented: “We are honoured tohave been selected by EnvirolinkNorthwest for the visit by theShadow Minister. It allowed us tonot only show off some of ourown work, but also to hear abouttheir plans to continuesupporting the development ofbusinesses such as our own in theregion’s low carbon economy.”

For further information go towww.eco-environments.co.ukor telephone 0845 68 68 111.

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PROPERTY NEWS

Property agent Sutton Kershhas been crowned the bestperforming auction house onMerseyside for the fifthconsecutive year.

This year Sutton Kersh has sold392 properties at its sevenLiverpool auctions raking inmore than £21 million in salesand achieving £1 million overtotal reserve price. James Kersh,director at Sutton Kershcommented: “Tight lendingconditions combined with ashortage of quality auctionproperties and wavering investorconfidence has made the last 12months the most difficult yet. Iam delighted with the results

achieved. Effective marketingand realistic guide prices areessential for success at auction.Not all properties are suitableand we have remained strict inour policies of only acceptinginstructions for properties thatare suitable. Accurately valuedstock is still selling well asinvestors look to grow theirportfolios whilst prices are socheap. In some instances we haveeven seen a slight recovery invalues where properties haveattracted numerous underbidders and competitive biddingwars.” Beacon Hill House onBeaconsfield Road in Wooltonwas the opening lot of theauction day at their last auctionof the year at Liverpool Marriot.Guided at £325,000, thissubstantial redevelopmentopportunity attracted numerousunderbidders and was eventuallyknocked down for £367,000.

Sutton Kersh is currentlyaccepting instructions for itsnext property auction, whichwill take place on February 17at Liverpool Marriot Hotel. Formore information telephone0151 207 6315 or [email protected]

Despite recent news reports,HomeBuy Direct is still aliveand kicking for house huntersin Liverpool.

Two Keepmoat Homesdevelopments, Regency Park inBootle and Princess Park inKnowsley, are still using thescheme that offers first timebuyers up to a 30 per cent equityloan against the asking price oftheir new home. Using thescheme the two-bedroom Palacehouse type at Regency Park isavailable for just £65,065, whilstover at Princess Park a two

bedroom Normanby house type isavailable for only £69,965. JenBrown, Sales Manager withKeepmoat Homes North West,said: “Many wrongly believe thescheme has finished so we aretrying to get the message outthere that at these twodevelopments it’s still going andfirst time buyers have not missedout.” HomeBuy Direct providesbuyers with an equity loan of upto 30 per cent - funded equally bythe developer and the Homes andCommunities Agency (HCA) -towards the cost of a newproperty. Mortgage lenders are

still accepting HomeBuy Directapplications with a deposit as lowas 5 per cent. Both Princess Parkand Regency Park have a varietyof two, three and even fourbedroom homes available throughHomeBuy Direct.

Both developments are openThursday through to Mondaybetween 10am and 5pm. ForPrincess Park call thedevelopment direct on 0151480 4213 and for RegencyPark call 0845 872 5448.Alternatively visitwww.keepmoathomes.co.uk

Davis Beyga Estates hasteamed up with the Rent toBuy Centre in a bid tokick-start the Liverpoolhousing market.

The Rent to Buy schememeans tenants can invest intheir own property withouthaving to already be approvedfor a mortgage or have saveda large deposit. Based on theGovernment’s successfulHome Buy scheme it offersbuyers a lease option whichgives them the right to buy aproperty at any time withinfive years. The buyer thentakes over the mortgagepayments on the property.The scheme frees up thevendor to move into anotherproperty without having todrastically reduce the price oftheir property to complete asale or wait and risk losingthe house they want to buy.Ben David, director at DavisBeyga, commented: "This is agreat opportunity for twodynamic and forward-thinking businesses to worktogether to help people getonto the property ladder.Look out for some greatproperties on offer throughthe rent to buy scheme fromone bedroom apartmentsright through to executivedetached homes - there reallyis something for everyone soit is well worth checking out."

For further informationtelephone Davis Beyga on0845 834 0388.

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HAVE YOUR SAY

YOUR VIEWS ON BIG ISSUES

HAVE YOUR SAY: Email [email protected]

How do you predict themortgage market willchange in the upcoming year?

“I expect mortgage lending in2011 to remain at a similar levelto 2010. Demand from borrowersis strong as property prices doseem attractive but unfortunately,lenders are still insisting onsizeable deposits – especially forfirst time buyers. I’ve also seen abig rise in buy-to-let purchases aslandlords take advantage of thelow interest rate environment.Interest rates will have to rise atsome point I think this is likely tobe towards the end of the year.”

David Mowattmanaging director of AbsoluteMortgage Solutions

“My prediction is that rateswill stay low until the first orsecond quarter of 2011. A gradual increase will berequired to quash theinflation surge that will befuelled by energy and VATincreases in the New Year.Anybody who is concernedabout increases in theirmortgage payments or who are still on their existinglenders standard variablerate should contact anindependent mortgageadviser and switch to asuitable competitive fixedrate that is available atpresent.”

Mike RobertsIndependent Mortgage Adviserat Boo Mortgage Advice

“On the residential side theanswer is not much. The baserates may start to edge up duringthe year, but the key issue is thelending policies of the banks,which will not change. On thecommercial side, a slightlydifferent picture is emergingwith strong companies withsound business plans findingthat funding is more readilyavailable. I have certainly seensome definite signs of life in thecommercial property market.”

Julia CasimoPartner at John Kerr CharteredAccountants

“Interest rates are stable butwith inflation at 3.3. per centthen there’s expectedmovement in interest rateslater this year - with thehistoric lows in interest ratesthis would be a very good timeto get a fixed rate mortgage.Barclays Bank does a cappedrate for commercial mortgageswith the flexibility andaccessibility to our businessmanagers in Merseyside, not afaceless person on the phone.For residential mortgages, wehave some excellent deals suchas the loyalty mortgage rate.

Nigel CooperArea Manager at Barclays

“The mortgage market will bemore buoyant in 2011 as morelenders start lending again –this should make for a morecompetitive marketparticularly in the buy-to-letmarket where I feel lendersfees will fall and loan tovalues rise. With many peopleon standard variable rates, there-mortgage market will bemore active as people opt forthe safety of fixed rates toprotect themselves from theinevitable increase in rates.”

David RobertsDirector at Robinsons CharteredFinancial Planners

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What attracted youto St Paul’s Square?

I’ve been looking to buy in thecity centre for a while, thelocation is perfect for me. Iwork in The Royal Liverbuilding so it’s just a five-

minute dash, and myparents are in Aintree soit’s just 12 minutes away.I saw the apartment inYour Move and decidedwhat you get for yourmoney is top-notch.

CALL NOWFor sales and lettings enquiries contact King Sturge at 42 Castle Street, Liverpool,L2 7LA or call them on 0151 242 6490.

What’s the layoutof your home?It’s really simple so

you can style it to yourtaste, I’ve gone for a

minimalistic, unclutteredlook. The two bathrooms areideal which you don’t alwaysget with a two-bedroom flatand the second bedroom is agood size. During the summertime we get the sun all daywhich is ideal as we’ve sat out

in the balcony quite a fewtimes with a bottle ofwine doing a bit ofpeople watching.

Tell us about the living area...

I like the layout with the TV and unit andthe L-shaped couch, which was a gift from

my mum, suits the room perfectly. My uncle’sprinting company Styleprint did a montage on canvaswhich has the places we’ve been to like Madrid andNew York, it was a nice touch.

Tell us aboutthe kitchen...

I’m not Gordon Ramsay but for mypurpose it is spot on. It’s compact, as youwould expect, it’s built for convenience.The storage is great, as an overflow to thekitchen you’ve got units on the side, sowe’ve got plates and cups in there. We’vealso got this lovely clock that’s acombination of two clocks from Next.

What about the bedrooms...

The design is practical; the bed and units are frommy girlfriend Kate so we matched everythingaround those colours. It’s a great size bedroom,with extra space for everything you need.

And the bathroom?The ensuite and second bathroom is ideal.It’s good for a couple living together so wecan both use it during the mornings sothere’s no fighting over the bathroom.

And finally, what would be your ideal buy?I would like art for the living room of the Liverpool skyline.

Mark Brown

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Are you moving? If the answer is yes thensimply select the area you want and the pricebracket, it’s simply the most effective way tosource the most suitable homes!

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£269,950 Manolis YardStunning duplex penthouse apartment.Lounge, dining room / 3rd bedroom fullyfitted kitchen, master bedroom with en-suite, bathroom and second bedroom.Benefiting from both a balcony and a roofterrace, secure underground parking .

King Sturge 0151 242 6490

£215,000 X BuildingA stunning 2 bedroom sixth floorpenthouse apartment with spacious wraparound balcony with view across parksand to the river. Comprising open planliving, dining and kitchen area.Apartment comes with secureunderground parking space.


£144,950 Liberty PlaceFourth floor two bedroom apartment,Open plan lounge and fitted kitchen,Benefits from a timber decked balcony,Allocated parking. Viewing is essential!

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

£127,500 Gambier TerraceTwo bedroom upper ground floorapartment, Separate kitchen, gas centralheating, Very central location close to CityCentre, Parking permits available, NOCHAIN!


OIEO £125,000 Sandringham Court A 2 bedroom duplex converted apartment,Lounge with high ceilings and large baywindows, Fully fitted kitchen, gas centralheating, Secure parking


£119,950 X Building Beautifully presented one bedroomapartment situated in the heart of theproposed Commercial Quarter, views overMercury Park. Open plan living area,fully fitted kitchen with integratedappliances, bedroom, bathroom. Secureunderground parking space and includingall furniture, fixtures and fittings.


£110,000 Concert SquareFantastic spacious one bedroom top floorapartment, Large entrance hall, lounge,kitchen, bedroom, en-suite, Good storage,gas central heating, Ideal for first timebuyers.


£88,000 Saunders Building Price reflects 80% shared equity. Abeautifully presented one double bedroomapartment. Living and dining area, fittedkitchen, modern recently fitted bathroom.Close to Liverpool One, this apartment isan ideal opportunity for first time buyers.


£88,000 Saunders BuildingPrice reflects 80% shared equity. A wellpresented shared equity apartment. Thisfirst floor apartment comprises one doublebedroom, living and dining area, fittedkitchen, a south facing balcony overlooking the communal courtyard and fittedbathroom. Ideal for first time buyers


OIEO £90,000 Cable YardFabulous one bed, top floor, spaciousapart, Open plan kitchen/lounge withtimber decked balcony, spacious bedroom,amazing views of the city and Anglicancathedral, 80 % Shared Equity


£319,950 Quebec QuayTwo double bedroom penthouseapartment. Open plan living and diningarea, seperate kitchen and two doublebedrooms (master with en-suite), Must foranybody looking to live a stylish life inthe city. Roof terrace, two parking spaces.


£144,950 Waterloo Quay First floor apartment. Briefly comprisingtwo bedrooms, open plan living, diningand kitchen are, en-suite to masterbedroom and family bathroom. Theproperty benefits from a timber deckedbalcony offering clear views of the RiverMersey, allocated parking.


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£99,950 Beetham TowerOne bedroom, third floor apartment, 24hour concierge service, Spacious loungewith large windows, Fantastic views to theriver


£114,950 Gwent CloseThree Bedroom Semi Detached, LargeReception Room, Kitchen, IntegralGarage and Driveway Parking, Gardens toFront, Side and Rear, UPVC DoubleGlazing, Gas Central Heating System,Room for Extension

Northwood 0151 256 1035

£119,950 The Symphony BuildingImmaculate two bedroom 4th floorapartment, Lounge/ dining area openingto fitted kitchen, Double glazed windows,decked balcony, Ideal for first time buyersor investors


£159,950 Devonshire RdThree bedroom top floor apartment,Spacious lounge, gas central heating,Double glazing, communal gardens, Onstreet parking


£125,000 Carr Lane EastThree Bedroom Extended SemiDetached, Large Corner Plot, Lounge,Kitchen/Diner, Four Piece Bathroom,Large South Facing Rear Garden, GatedDriveway Parking, UPVC DoubleGlazing, Gas Central Heating System

Northwood 0151 256 1035

£119,000 Etal CloseThree Bedroom Semi Detached,Kitchen/Diner, Attractive Front and RearGardens, Driveway Parking, GCH, DG

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£190,000 Tewkesbury CloseExtended Detached Property, FourBedrooms, Three Reception Rooms,Conservatory, En suite Shower Room,GCH, Large Corner Plot, Gated DrivewayParking, Gardens to Front and Rear

Northwood 0151 256 1035

£139,950 Berkley AvenueThree Bedroom Extended SemiDetached, Through Reception Room,Kitchen/Dining Room, FamilyBathroom, Driveway Parking, RearGarden, GCH, UPVC Double Glazing

Northwood 0151 256 1035

oieo £199,999 Parkfield RoadThree bedroom top floor apartment Separate fitted kitchen, en suite shower Staircase to the main bedroom with twovelux windows, Secure allocated parking


£145,000 Green LaneThree Bedroom Semi Detached, EntranceHall, Two Reception Rooms, Sun Room,Kitchen, Three Bedrooms, Bathroom,Driveway Parking, Garage, GCH

Northwood 0151 256 1035

£126,950 Scorpio CloseA modern semi detached house,Kitchen/diner and conservatory, GCH,DG, Gardens to the front and rear


£129,000 Woodhey RoadTwo Bedroom Mi]d Terrace with ModernDecoration, Open Plan LivingRoom/Dining Room, Fitted Kitchen,Family Bathroom, UPVC DG, GCH,Front and Rear Courtyards, No Chain

Northwood 0151 256 1035

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Northwood 0151 256 1035

£1000pcm One Park West Well presented two DOUBLE bedroom,7th floor apartment in the jewel in thecrown of Liverpool One. Commandinguninterrupted views of the City, River andChavasse Park, the apartment comprisesan open-plan living, kitchen and diningarea, two bedrooms (master with ensuite)and separate bathroom. The apartment isfurnished to a high standard and isavailable immediately.


From £795pcm Elysian Fields2 Bed furnished apartments, Secureallocated parking, High standard living,Excellent location


From £675pcm Kings Dock Mill2 Bed apartment, City centre location,Show apartment finish, Fully furnished


£675pcm Central GardensFabulous 2 bedroom fully furnishedapartment located within an ever popularresidential development on MountPleasant. The apartment boasts electricheating, double glazing, fully fittedkitchen with integrated appliances,intercom security system, lift access,secure allocated parking.

C & D Properties 0151 236 6611

£525pcm One Park West Top floor studio apartment. Comprisingopen-plan living, dining, kitchen andsleeping area and separate bathroom. Theapartment is offered furnished to a highstandard and without parking, althoughparking can be added for an additionalcost. Viewing recommended to appreciate.


£525pcm Renaissance Quarter1 bed unfurnished apartment, prime citycentre location, fully fitted kitchen, securevideo entry system and electric heating


£500pcm Stanley Street 1 bedroom furnished manhattan styleapartment, located in the heart of the citycentre, CH, secure door entry, intercom


£650pcm The Atrium 2 double bedroom furnished apartmentclose to City Centre and all Universitiestimber decked balcony, intercom system


£850pcm Waterloo WarehouseLuxury 2 bedroom dockland apartment,Furnished to a high standard, Riverviews, Secure parking

Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038

£825pcm Alexandra TowerLuxury 2 bedroom apt in AlexandraTower on the banks of the River Mersey,Furnished to a high standardthroughout, 2 double bedrooms, RiverViews, Secure parking included


£800pcm The Albany Stunning duplex penthouse apartment.Situated in the Business district theapartment briefly comprising twoDOUBLE bedrooms, spacious open planliving area with outside terrace, fittedkitchen & bathroom. The apartment isoffered unfurnished or furnished for anadditional £50.00pcm. Parking can also befor £50.00pcm per space.


£750pcm Waterloo Warehouse, This is a fabulous two bedroom duplexapartment in the grade 1 listed building,This is a gated development with oneallocated parking space and visitorsparking. Views of the river.


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£725pcm Alexandra TowerLuxury 2 bedroom apt in AlexandraTower on the banks of the River Mersey,Furnished to a high standardthroughout, 2 double bedrooms, RiverViews


£725pcm North Quay 2 bedroom furnished apartment, CityCentre Location, Allocated parking,Period features


£650pcm Ellerman RoadLuxury 2 bedroom apartment, Newdevelopment on Ellerman Road,Furnished to a high standard, Secureparking


£650pcm South Ferry Quay docklands,Furnished 2 bedroom ground floorapartment, Views of Liverpool Marina,Close to local amenities and the CityCentre, Allocated parking space


£650pcm The Reach, 2 bedroomfurnished apartment, City Centrelocation, Allocated parking, Secure entrysystem


£625pcm Waterloo Quay, DocklandsAn outstanding 2 bedroom fullyfurnished apartment at Waterloo Dock.Electric heating, double glazing, terrace,landscaped communal gardens, 24 houronsite security and secure allocatedparking space.


£625pcm Waterloo Quay Two double bedroom first floor apartmentlocated in the popular Watersidedevelopment Waterloo Quay.Accommodation comprises lounge withdining area, fully equipped kitchen, TWODOUBLE BEDROOM (master withensuite), and a bathroom. The propertyalso comes with allocated parking, isoffered fully furnished and benefits froma balcony.


£600pcm Royal Quay 2 bedroom furnished apartment, Greatviews over the city and docklands, Secureparking, Gas central heating


£600pcm Unity Buildings Located in a new build development nearto Moorfields Station in Liverpool citycentre. Accommodation comprises openplan lounge with dining area and balcony,separate kitchen, bedroom and bathroom.The property is offered fully furnishedand benefits from 24hour concierge, gym.


£525pcm Alder WayA luxury 1 bedroom apartment set in anew landscaped development offRiverside Drive. Close to the waterfrontwith panoramic views of the river fromthe double aspect lounge. The property isfurnished to a very high standard, andincludes all white goods. It benefits fromsecure parking and intercom access andalso has a lift to all floors. The propertywill be available after 22nd October 2010

Castle Estates 0151 738 1619

£550pcm Riding Street, City CentreSuperb 1 bedroom fully furnishedapartment located close to The RoyalLiverpool Hospital. Electric heating,double glazing, intercom security, liftaccess, laminate flooring and fully fittedkitchen.


£550pcm Hatton Garden, City CentreA very attractive 3rd floor 1 bedroomfully furnished apartment which boastselectric heating, laminate flooring,intercom security, lift access, on sitesecurity and one secure undergroundparking space. Available from midJanuary.


£395pcm Frodsham StreetNice two bedroomed, unfurnishedhouse.The property has a fitted kitchenand is part carpeted part laminateflooring. The house benefits from gascentral heating and is alarmed. It is closeto all amenities inc. transport, shops etc.


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£600pcm Snowdon Lane, VauxhallA newly decorated 3 bedroom fullyfurnished end townhouse situated in aquiet residential location. The propertyhas gas central heating, Upvc doubleglazing, security alarm, gardens front &rear and 2 car tarmac driveway.


£575pcm View 146, EvertonA fabulous 2 bedroom fully furnishedapartment boasting magnificent cityviews, lift access, Upvc double glazing,intercom, terrace and residents gym.


£395pcm Woodbine Street 3 bed terraced house available in aresidential area. The property is on amain bus route into the city centre andBootle strand. This property includesbrand new bathroom suite, kitchencarpets, blinds, double glazing and gascentral heating. There is also a small yard Castle Estates 0151 738 1619

From £375pcm Buckingham PlaceA fantastic selection of 1 bedroom fullyfurnished self contained apartmentssituated just a few minutes fromLiverpool City Centre and Universities.The properties have been recentlyimproved and benefit from warm airheating systems, UPVC double glazing,fitted kitchens & bathrooms and privatecommunal courtyard laid to lawn.


£375pcm Millvale Street2 Bedroom Terrace, Gas Central Heating,Laminate Floor, Vertical BlindsThroughout, Small Yard. Property hasbeen recently refurbished paintedthroughout. Close to the City Centre, andon a main bus route in ino the City.


£450pcm Minster Court, City CentreA very well presented 1 bedroomfurnished apartment close to LiverpoolWomens Hospital and having electricheating, Upvc double glazing, residentsand visitor parking spaces.


£625pcm Overhead BuildingAn immaculate 2 bedroom fully furnishedapartment located just a short walk fromLiverpool Yachting Marina. The propertybenefits from electric heating, doubleglazing, en suite, intercom securitysystem, lift access and one secureundercroft parking space. Internalinspection is absolutely essential!


£625pcm The OverheadModern 2 bed apartment, Newdevelopment on Sefton Street, Close tocity centre, Furnished to a high standard,Secure parking


£575pcm Chancellor Court2 bedroom apartment, Fully furnished,Just of Upper Parliament Street, Populardevelopment


£395pcm Gwendoline StreetThis property has 2 double bedrooms andis to be let unfurnished. The property isdecorated to a good standard and has asmall yard to the rear. Close to LiverpoolCity Centre and all amenities.


£375pcm Belvidere Road2 bed unfurnished apartment, Gas centralheating, Close to the parks, On streetparking


£350pcm Mill Street2 Bedroom modern furnished first floorflat, Fitted kitchen to include some whitegoods. Gas central heating, good transportlinks, close to city centre.


£450pcm Woodhurst CrescentModern 2 bedroom mews house, OffEast Prescot Road, Dovecot, Garden torear, Fitted kitchen, CH, DG


£650pcm Thornycroft Road3 bed terraced house just off SmithdownRoad, Part furnished, Gas CentralHeating, Double Glazing


£595pcm Pagefield RoadA lovely 3 bedroom terraced house offGrant Avenue. The property consists of 3bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, kitchen,bathroom and has gas central heating anddouble glazing. Fully furnished to a highstandard. Close to all local amenities,motorway and on main bus route into citycentre.


£570pcm Palmerston RoadOne bedroom apartment located inMossley Hill. Entrance hall with access toall rooms, living room, separate fittedkitchen, white goods can be negotiated;one good sized bedroom and separatebathroom inc bath/shower. The propertyhas been recently refurbished andbenefits from new carpets throughout.The Landlord is flexible on furnishingswhich can be negotiated, off road parkingto the rear, secure communal entranceand landscaped gardens.


£495pcm Roby StreetA very desirable 2 bedroom fullyfurnished mid terraced property situatedin a quiet cul-de-sac location just a shortwalk from Smithdown Road. Theproperty has gas central heating, on streetparking and an enclosed yard to the rear.


£450pcm Tiverton Street, WavertreeA traditional 2 bedroom unfurnished midterraced property offering full gas centralheating, double glazing, on street parkingand enclosed yard to the rear. Idealproperty for young couple or family


£3,500 pcm Ibbotsons Lane4 bedroom penthouse apartment locatedin the heart of Sefton Park. The propertyis finished to a very high specificationand briefly comprises of open planlounge/kitchen, 3/4 good sized bedrooms,one of which can be used as a study, 3 Ensuite bathrooms, cloakroom and roofterrace balcony. It benefits from bespokekitchens, under floor heating, surroundsound audio system, undergroundparking, and residents gymnasium. Theproperty is fully furnished to anexceptional standard and includes allwhite goods. Set within beautifullylandscaped gardens, however, walkingdistance to local amenities.


£900pcm Sunbourne CloseWe are pleased to offer this 4 bedroom 3storey terraced property, located in adesirable area of Aigburth. The propertybriefly comprises of entrance hall/loungeseparate diner/separate kitchen. It has 4double bedrooms and separatebathroom/wc. The property has beenrefurbished and benefits from a newbathroom suite and fitted kitchen Inc allmodern appliances. Price is based on 4sharers and council tax will be in additionto the rental price. Council tax band B.Ideal location, close to local amenities


£495pcm Hargreaves Road A one bed apartment situated in thesought after area on Lark Lane. Theproperty comprises: hallway, lounge,kitchen, bathroom and bedroom. Itbenefits from having an intercom systemand secure parking.


£2,500 pcm Yew Tree HouseFront line views over the CalderstonesPark. Private gym and gardens. Electricgated entrance into the development.Electric shutter entrance intounderground parking area with privatestore room and 2 allocated car spaces.Duplex 3 bedrooms, with 3 balconies, andprivate roof Garden. 1Master bedroomwith built in wardrobes and en-suitebathroom, and double 12 foot patiowindows with balconies over the park. 2Double bedrooms, 1 en-suite.


£1350pcm Yew Tree HouseExclusive ground floor apartmentsituated on the edge of CalderstonesPark. Comprising of 2 luxurybedrooms, 2 en suite bathrooms andspacious reception room with separatekitchen. The property boasts highquality flooring including Italainporcelain tiles, and 100% wool carpetswith under floor heating. Bespokedesigner kitchen, with the latest inappliances, and granite worktops, andcontemporary bathrooms to winddown. Along with all the spectacularfeatures of the property you will alsobenefit from private residents fittnesssuite, underground secure car park andmulti layer gated access. With spaciouspatios that overlook the beautifulmaintained landscaped gardensbeyond.


£750pcm Stroma RoadSpacious 3 bed semi detached house,Newly decorated, 2 reception rooms,Fitted kitchen, Garden to rear, Off streetparking


£595pcm Cressington PlaceLuxury 2 bedroom apartment inGarston, Furnished to a high standard,Fitted kitchens, Large balcony, 2 doublebedrooms, Secure parking


£750pcm Sandheys AvenueSpacious 4 bed end terrace in Waterloo,Part furnished, Central heating,


£1200pcm Endsleigh RoadLarge 5 bed house, Located on sea frontWaterloo, Large kitchen/diner,Conservatory, Garden leading ontoBeach, Part furnished, Ample parking


£525pcm All Hallows DriveModern 2 bedroom house, Quiet cul-de-sac, Fitted Kitchen, Gas CentralHeating, Double glazing, Garden to rear


£475pcm Sycamore DriveNew build 2 bed unfurnished townhouse, available in ParklandsKirkby. The property comprises of 2double bedrooms/throughkitchen/lounge area, Downstairs wc,back garden. It benefits fromLaminate floor and carpetsthroughout, double glazing, gch,satellite tv, fitted kitchen. It alsocomes with 2 parking spaces.


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Last September she was just a single mum from Anfield, with a dream. But X-Factor changed allthat. Millions fell in love her sweet shyness, stunning looks and smooth as silk soul voice. Rebecca

came runner up after a nail-biting final which saw painter and decorator Matt Cardle scoop the top prize but despite missing out on the ultimate crown Rebecca won herself a loyal army offans, nowhere more so than in her home town of Liverpool - where Colleen Rooney numbered

among her celebrity supporters. And her talent caught the eye of pop svengali Simon Cowell. Hehas reputedly snapped her up for a lucrative record deal with his company, Syco. Cowell has

said of the former legal secretary: “I love her and she will have a fantastic career.”Rebecca has made no secret of her desire to forge a better life for her two kids, Lillie May, six,

and Karl, four. Before Christmas she was spotted visiting Parkgate estate agents in Allerton Road, Allerton, hunting for a plush new pad. It seems the Scouse songbird’s dreams are all coming

true. So raise your glasses please to Liverpool’s new sweetheart - Rebecca Ferguson.

Rebecca, Liverpool has fallen inlove with you. What does thatfeel like?I love this city, I really do. I just cannot getover the support. I just don’t feel like I deserveit. I’m very grateful and overwhelmed andflattered. But I missed everything, mychildren, my home, my Sunday lunch. Your mentor Cheryl Cole wasaccused of favouring Cher Lloydover other acts. What was yourrelationship with her like? You know what Cheryl is the most lovelydown to earth woman you will ever meet.She is just amazing. She is so supportive. How do you feel about the wholeexperience now some time has gone by?I feel so happy to have got so far in the showand really grateful to everyone that hassupported me. I never thought I'd get throughthe first audition let alone to the final. Were you disappointed not to win? Not at all, all I thought when standing therewas out of all the hundreds and thousandsof people who auditioned I was one of the

last two on the stage, that's pretty goodgoing! And Matt has an amazing voice Iwish him all the best, I know he's going tohave a great career.

What is the very best thing aboutgoing on X-Factor?The best thing is just being able to singreally. Just being able to sing in front ofmillions of people. You are getting to be a regular at theEcho Arena with your surprise datelast month and you’re here againwith the X Factor Tour in March.What’s it like to perform there?It’s just amazing. I’ve always wanted to perform at the Arena so I’m just really happy.What's next for you? I'm looking forward to some time off catchingup with the family and of course spendingsome time with my children and then I'mlooking forward to The X Factor tour laterthis year. I like to write my own songs. Itwould be amazing to record my own album.

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Rebecca is a former pupil at GateacreComprehensive. She qualified as a legalsecretary at Hugh Baird College, Bootle.

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Auditioned for X-Factor last year to be abetter role model to her children Lillie

May, 5 and Karl, 4. She narrowly missedout on the X-Factor crown, coming

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iverpool photographer Matt Ford’s exhibitionFashion Outside the Capital was an instant hit withlocal designers and celebrities attending the

showcase of his fashion shoots. The prolific fashionphotographer has photographed Liverpool’smost noted fashion designers and theircollections, all of which were on displayas part of the Liverpool DesignFestival. This hands-on exhibitionalso included collection pieces fromsome of the designers featured in hisphotography such as Kirsty Doyle.

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‘Old is new’ to mark the beginning of the new year! I cansee designers moving back to more traditional roots byeither upscaling out of date designs and fabrics, or bysimply adding bolder statements. A new twist can becreated by adding a unique piece of antique furniture.Imagine the statement an antique desk could make toyour sleek, contemporary office interior.

� What would you consider the best way to store Christmas decorations?Every year I put the decorations away in boxes in the garage and I forget whatwe have from one year to the next. Last year I panic bought lots of purplebaubles only to realise, when I came to put the decorations up, that I must havehad the same panic the year before! Do you have any suggestions that couldstop me making the same mistake this year?

� In December I moved into a new apartment, my parentsgave me money for Christmas to help me buy items that Ineed. As yet I have resisted all temptation to spend the moneyand have waited for all the sales to start. I don’t want to wastethe money and would like to know what you would considerto be interior items or accessories that would turn out to bewise to invest in the sales?

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With over ten years’experience in theinterior designbusiness, Sharon Armoris poised to answer allyour design queriesfrom DIY disasters todecorating dilemmas.

As you have been given the money as a gift, I think it would bea considered choice to look at a wise investment! Historicallythe January sales have always been a time when great savingscould be made on large items for the home such as sofas ornew kitchens. I think now more savvy choices can beconsidered. I have had a look around, and I think great savingscan be achieved on items such as table lamps or lighting ingeneral, it’s an area people generally overlook and a beautifulpair of table lamps or a standing lamp for instance, cantransform any interior.

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I think most people tend to make the same mistakes, so don’t worry you’re notalone! There is no rule regarding storage for Christmas decorations, the mostsensible suggestion I can think of, is to take photographs of your decorationswhen they are up, so you know exactly what you have. Then store them in clearplastic boxes and attach the photographs to the outside of the boxes. If you’regoing to be extra organised you could make a list now, of what new decorationsyou would like to buy for the following year and either attach the list to theboxes or even buy new decorations in the sales now.

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A course of four treatments costs £29.99. Children are alsowelcome with a cost of £7 for under 12’s.

Royal CourtUntil 15 January---Fed up of frost? Merry DingDong writer Fred Lawless’s newcomedy takes audiences to a sunbaked desert island inhabited bya tribe of Scousers. Tickets start at £10. Telephone0870 787 1866 or visitwww.royalcourtliverpool.co.uk

A contemporary new hotelis set to open its doors inLiverpool later this year,Days Inn has 154 brightspacious rooms and willopen in the city centre’sJames Street. The diningroom has views down tothe Mersey and will offer a24 hour light bite option.Each room offers satelliteTV, wi-fi, tea and coffeemaking facilities andcomplimentary breakfast.Prices from £59 per room.

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Interior designer Elaine Cunningham hasfound roomy new premises for her BoConcept brand at the Home Quarter. TheDanish furniture line was a smash hit at itsChapel Street location and Elaine hopes tobuild on its success at the new Liverpool Onesite. The Home Quarter is its third biggest letafter John Lewis and Debenhams and boastsdesigner led interior brands includingNatuzzi, Roche Bobois and Feather & Black.Elaine Cunningham adds the new outlet,which sells furniture, wallpaper, curtains and

fabric concepts and interior design services to her existing shop inAigburth. Elaine said: “We are delighted to announce our expansion intothe Home Quarter on Hanover Street. It’s fitting that Bo Concept is apart of this new shopping experience.”

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Celebrity chef Raymond Blanchas confirmed a Brasserie Blancrestaurant is to open at MannIsland. The only branch in theNorth West, it will overlook thecanal basin and locks andfeature outdoor piazza-styleseating. John Lederer, managingdirector of Brasserie Blanc, said

they had been looking for theideal location in Liverpool forsome time found it at MannIsland. "I think their decisionspeaks volumes for the qualityand location of the Mann Islanddevelopment,” said Steve Parry,managing director at NeptuneDevelopments.

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Affordable Art The Nutcracker

Underwater sees painting, sculpture, photography and video by 10international artists curated under the theme of total submersion. The exhibition shows off the most compelling underwater-inspiredartworks of the past decade. Artists including Bill Viola, whose videoshows two lovers intertwine as they slowly descend into dark watersand Ed Pien, whose drawings suggest a nightmarish underwater realmin which ghastly creatures do battle. The Bluecoat has alsocommissioned the installation of a 12 metre 3D drawing of asubmarine by Mark Anstee.

Tickets are free from www.thebluecoat.org.uk or telephone 0151 702 5324

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Gostins GalleryUntil 22 January---Collage Collectables presentsan Exhibition of Affordable Art. It displays work for sale andpriced £75 or under by localartists including Will Simmons,Brian Beattie, Susan and DavidBrown. Free entry. 32-36Hanover Street.

Liverpool Empire15 January, 7.30pm---This new Raymond Gubbayproduction features the RussianState Ballet and Orchestra ofSiberia. Against Tchaikovsy’sfamous composition toys cometo life and a nutcrackertransforms into a handsomeprince. Tickets start at £16.75.Telephone 0844 847 252 or visitwww.liverpoolempire.org.uk

The Masque15 January, 8pm---10 up and coming bands eachplaying for 10 minutes allperforming a tribute to Indieoriginals, the Pixies. With sets byMarried to the Sea, Pete Bentham& The Dinner Ladies, HouseThat Jack Built and ElleS’appelle, amongst others. Ticketscost £4 from www.masque-liverpool.com or 0151 707 6171.

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Disney favourites old and new will be gliding into Echo Arena this springfor a fresh adventure on ice. Classic characters like Mickey and MinnieMouse, Donald Duck, Goofy, Pluto, princesses Snow White andCinderella plus Disney/Pixar collaborations like The Incredibles andBuzz Lightyear will star in Disney On Ice’s A Disneyland Adventure. In this production, the “Fabs”- Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofyand Pluto - take a vacation at Disney themed attractions. Based in theearly 60s it turns out to be no walk in the park for our heroes when evilfairy Maleficent shows up to spoil the fun, and Mickey must enlist TheIncredibles to save the day.

Tickets from £13. Available from www.echoarena.com or the box office on0844 8000 400.

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The UnityUntil 22 January ---Hans Christian Andersen’sclassic tale about a magical pairof shoes that give the wearerwhatever the heart desires –but at a painful price. Tickets start at £6. Telephone0844 873 2888 or visitwww.unitytheatreliverpool.co.uk

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1. Bow pearl and tassle pendant, £7, Matalan. 2. Lulu Guinness sparkle bow handbag, £425, John Lewis. 3. Bow peep jumper, £34.99, River Island. 4. Skinnybow belt, £6, Marks and Spencer. 5. Prince bow bar leopard court, £59.99, Schuh. 6. Bow scarf, £45, Jigsaw. 7. NW3 bow sequin bolero, £129, Hobbs. 8. Bowleather gloves, £22, Accessorize. 9. Pussy bow blouse, £35, Next. 10. Black crystal bow earrings, £14, www.bagsofsparkle.com.

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1. Navy cardigan by Full Circle, £39.99. 2. Navy and purple knitted polo by John Smedley, £75. 3. Red cardigan by Gabicci, £45. 4. Camel Rankin top byLuke 1977, £69.99. 5. Black hooded knit by Full Circle, £39.99. 6. Charcoal cardigan by Full Circle, £49.99. 7. Purple v-neck by Penguin, £45. 8. Grey TedBaker cardigan, £74.99.

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f I had a wish for2011,” said Joanna, “itwould be for banks tostart lending at

sensible levels again.”With 26 years in the estate

agents business Joanna is wellplaced to judge what thosesensible levels might constitute –90 per cent loan to value shereckons would be fair, withbuyers backing up evidence oftheir ability to save with bankstatements.

“We know there are a largenumber of pent-up, would-bebuyers out there, just desperateto buy their own property, but

when you’re asked to pay a 20per cent deposit – it’s just notavailable to everyone.”

Moving was very much thetheme of the lunch that we slipslid through the snow to, ataward winning eateryDelifonseca.

Amid the economic gloom oflast September the Liverpool-based deli and eatery successfullyexpanded into a spaciousrestaurant, food hall andbutchers at Brunswick Dock.

The new Delifonseca is anairy but homely space decoratedin rich shades of cream andbrown, offering squashy boothsfor privacy, and is attached to a

well-stocked food hall, sellingthe local produce for whichDelifonseca has become knownacross Liverpool.

Known to the staff atVenmore, definitely, since theircurrent Stanley Street citycentre premises is just a skipand a jump along the samestreet from the originalDelifonseca, where thelunchtime board offers twists onthe usual sandwich like smokedpork loin and cream cheese ononion ciabatta.

Today chilly temperaturesmake us chose something moresubstantial.

Joanna opted for deluxeshepherd’s pie from the specialsboard - chunks of CumbrianHerdwick lamb served with rootvegetables and topped withleeky mash.

Over a warming cup of teashe revealed Venmore’s citycentre sales, lettings, auctionand property management officeis also on the move – to the siteof the old Allied Irish Bank onthe corner of Dale Street andExchange Street East.

It’s a sign business atVenmore, who scooped a YourMove award for Best CustomerService in Estate Agency, isremaining buoyant.

Lettings have been extremelystrong – with city centre livingproving more popular thanever – and investors sniffingbetter capital growth andincome through property thansavings, and snapping up abargain.

She pronounced her steaming shepherd’s pie theperfect comfort dish. “I’vedefinitely made the rightchoice,” she murmured. “Theleeks mixed into the mash isdelicious.”

Close competition was theconfit of Goosnargh duck legs inspice carrot and orange pureewith roasted root vegetableswhich I picked. The duck legswere moist and meaty and theskin had a naughty but satisfyingcrunch. I could easily have eatena plateful of the puree. Itssweetness was cut through withlovely citrussy flavours.

Getting into the propertybusiness was, said Joanna,always something she alwayswanted to do.

“I always liked looking roundhouses, saw a job in the paperfor a sales negotiator and neverlooked back,” she said.

I asked about her thoughtsfor the year ahead. The RoyalInstitute of Chartered Surveyorspredict house prices will fall bytwo per cent before picking up atthe end of the year.

“I would say that’s correct,”nods Joanna. “Buyers arenervous about coming in at theasking price because they needto feel they’re getting best valuefor money, and are influenced bywhat is happening with theeconomy. Also because there areso many properties available.

“But we’re seeing things pickup and I’m looking forward to avery busy 2011.”

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1. Chefs for the evening. 2. Herbert Howe and singer Jade. 3. Steven Brookes. 4. Dr Tony Harvey, Herbert Howe, Rachael Russell Opera Singer and actor and singer Kristofer James. 5. Herbert Howe and Amanda Harrington. 6. Piper Robert Walters. 7. The room is set. 8. Rosemary O'Grady, Ricky Tomlinson and Margaret Egerton. 9. Dolphin Dance Studio. 10. Louise Sedden, Tom Grimwood, Debbie Grimwood, Kathy Sedden and Lee Sedden.

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Simply Soul, the amazing voice of Jade plus a traditionalScotch piper at midnight heralding in the new year. Theblack tie event at Atlantic Tower Hotel washeld by Herbert of Liverpool wholaunched Queenies Christmas Charityin aid of his mother Queenie, whodied of Parkinson’s Disease. Thecharity helps support local peoplewho are less fortunate during theChristmas holiday and those whoare alone on Christmas Day.

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