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RAISING VALUEKnow what’s hurting yourproperty’s price tag
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Four Best BuysThe hottest properties on the market
Six Best LetsThe best of the lettings market
Cover StoryHot TopicWhat’s hurting the value of your home?
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Ever wondered just what it is thatputs people off your propertywhen you’re looking to sell orrent? Well worry not as we havean all you need to know guide tothe niggly issues that can putpotential buyers off a home in ourhot topic ‘What’s hurting the valueof your home?’ We bring you thelatest exhibitors at this year’s FirstTime Buyers Show and showcasethe best properties on the marketin Liverpool with our best buysand lets. We catch up with LiamWatts of The Enemy, show thelatest in monochrome fashion andhelp you step into spring with allthe latest spring cleaningaccessories in our Interiors.
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How much?£145,000 Number of bedroomsThreeClose toThe property is just off Utting Avenue inAnfield and is close to a wealth of localamenities and green spaces such as StanleyPark and Walton Clubmoor recreation ground.Benefits fromThis is a prime spot for families, with localschools, parks and shops all within close reach.The property also benefits from double-glazingthroughout, a living flame fireplace, utilityroom and conservatory overlookingestablished shrubbery and gardens.
Agent’s view“Priory is thrilled to present this generouslyproportioned family home with no chain. Thehouse is in a popular area for families and close tonurseries, schools and colleges. Viewing isessential to appreciate this property and thepotential on offer.”
4 HILARY CLOSE,LIVERPOOL L4
FLAT 2, 55 CATHARINE STREET,LIVERPOOL L8
How much?£145,000Number of bedroomsTwo double bedroomsClose toLocated within the Georgian Quarter, walkingdistance to Hope Street that has a variety offamous restaurants, bars, theatres and shops. Also within walking distance to main shoppingarea of Liverpool ONE.Benefits fromTwo double bedrooms, modern fitted kitchen andbathroom, gas central heating, resident parking.
Agent’s view“We are delighted to offer for sale this two bedroomground floor apartment just outside of Liverpool citycentre. The property is therefore within the vicinity of arange of popular shops, bars and restaurants and thereare transport links into and out of the city centre.Located within an ideal spot for students, youngprofessionals and first time buyers. An interior viewingis highly recommended to appreciate this property.”
0151 260 0300
SHEILA RENSHAWproprietor, Priory PropertyServices
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Tel: 0151 236 8187
LIZA ABRAMOVAsenior sales negotiator, Entwistle Green
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Four best buysWHAT’S ON THE MARKET?
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How much?£450,000 Number of bedroomsTwo, with the possibility for a third.Close toLiverpool ONE with its abundance ofshops, bars and restaurants.Benefits fromA terrace with views over the River Merseyand to the Welsh Hills, floor-to-ceilingwindows and two secure parking spaces.
Agent’s view“We are delighted to offer this stunningpenthouse apartment, which one of a few in thisexclusive development that boasts a corner aspectwith amazing views over the River Mersey,Wirral and beyond.”
How much?£112,500 Number of bedroomsOneClose toWalking distance to Liverpool city centre,shops, public gardens and universitycampuses. Benefits fromA spacious apartment within an attractivehistoric development, the property alsobenefits from a double bedroom on aunique mezzanine level, separate studyarea and secured allocated parking. Theinterior of the property is a testament tothe current owner.
Agent’s view“This superb one bedroom apartment islocated in the Grade II former LiverpoolCollegiate Institute School, built in 1843and designed by Sir Harvey Lonsdale Elmeswho is also known for another localarchitectural masterpiece - St. Georges Hall.This is a wonderful opportunity to buy yourpiece of history.
PROPERTIES FOR SALE
THE COLONNADES,ALBERT DOCK L3
THE COLLEGIATE,LIVERPOOL, L6
0151 227 2027
DARREN CARTERprofessional qualified branchmanager, Reeds Rains
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VICKI BURTONassistant sales & lettingsmanager, Jones Lang LaSalle
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40–42 Allerton Road, Liverpool L18 1LN 0151 734 0666
New year, new start, new home?
EASTWOOD AIGBURTH LIVERPOOL L17Attractive detached house, spaciously planned & wellpresented, impressive entrance hallway, lounge & sittingroom, large conservatory, modern fitted breakfastkitchen, utility room & ground floor wc, galleried landing
£385,000
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CHILDWALL PARK AVENUE CHILDWALL L16Spacious detached house, accommodation over twofloors, open porch, reception hallway, cloakroom & wc,dining room, lounge & morning room, kitchen, fourbedrooms, family bathroom, gas central heating
Offers in Excess of £350,000
CHILDWALL PARK AVENUE CHILDWALL L16Stunning detached residence, extended & improved to ahigh standard, impressive swimming pool complex,entrance porch & reception hall, stylish cloakroom & wc,open plan sitting/dining area, lounge & foral dining room
£599,950
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COTSWOLD WOOLTON PARK WOOLTON L25Beautiful detached residence, substantial gardens, a re-development opportunity, planning permission granted,architects drawings available, beautiful location, primeposition within woolton park, spacious accommodation
£850,000
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GLENATHOL ROAD CALDERSTONES L18Beautiful detached residence, desirable & establishedlocation, situated close to calderstones park, elegantaccommodation throughout, presented to an exceptionalstandard, established & mature gardens
£540,000
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DUNSDON ROAD WOOLTON HILL L25Double fronted semi detached house, three receptionrooms, five bedrooms on two levels, two bedrooms withen-suite facility, gas central heating & double glazed,recently re-furbished to a high standard, re-plumbed
£585,000
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ULLET ROAD AIGBURTH L17Victorian mansion house, accommodation over fourlevels, situated within a conservation area, located on thefringe of sefton park, carved stone & coloumnedentrance, vestibule entrance with ‘minton’ tiled floor
£575,000
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‘QUENDALE’, NORTH MOSSLEY HILL ROAD, L18Beautiful detached residence, imposing Victorianelevation, elegant in design & construction, a grade lllisted building, affluent & established location, substantial& established gardens, sweeping private driveway
£995,000
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MEREDALE ROAD, L18Spacious semi detachedproperty, extended to bothside & rear, four bedrooms,popular residential location
£265,000
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DARBY ROAD, L19 Attractive semi detached,gardens, ground floor wc,sitting room & lounge,kitchen, four bedrooms
£349,500
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VIEW PARK CLOSE, L16Modern detached property,three bedrooms, front &rear gardens, no chain,vestibule entrance
£225,000
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SEFTON GROVE, L17Substantial & charmingtown house, fourbedrooms, accommodationover four floors
£330,000
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CHALFONT ROAD, L18Period semi detachedhouse, beautiful improvedto a high standard, threebedrooms
£284,950
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BEECHFIELD ROAD, L18Traditional semi detached,understairs wc, lounge &dining room , family diningkitchen, four bedrooms
£325,000
ASHBOURNE ROAD, L17 Well presented midterraced house, manyornate & original features,four bedrooms
OIEO £199,950
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THE MEWS, L17Stunning mews house,three bedrooms, situatedon the fringe of SeftonPark, entrance hall
£315,000
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TURNSTONE DRIVE, L26 Modern detachedresidence, extended to side& rear, four bedrooms, front& rear gardens
£219,950
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DOVEDALE ROAD, L18 Attractive semi detached,lounge & sitting room,family dining kitchen, threebedrooms & study
£289,000
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PRIORY WAY, L25Extended semi detachedhouse, three bedrooms ,gardens, entrance porch ,lounge & dining room
£194,950
CHARLES BERRINGTON RD, L15Mid terraced property,recently renovated &modernised, four bedrooms& family bathroom
£199,950
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BELGRAVE ROAD, L17Three storey mid terracedhouse, four bedrooms,popular & establishedlocation
£164,950
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VYNER ROAD SOUTH, L25Semi detached bungalow,lounge & morning room& kitchen, two bedrooms,
conservatory extension
£165,000
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AVONDALE ROAD, L15Mid terraced house, threebedrooms, some originalfeatures retained, offeredwithout chain
£135,000
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WHITEHEDGE ROAD, L19Semi detached house,entrance hall, lounge &dining room, fitted kitchen,three bedrooms
£164,950
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TITHERINGTON WAY, L15 Three storey end townhouse, four bedrooms overtwo floors, ground floorcloakroom/wc, lounge
£118,995
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INGLETON ROAD, L18a mid terraced house, twobedrooms, two receptionrooms, bathroom/wc,entrance vestibule, hallway,
OIEO £110,000
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PROPERTY ADDRESS: 22TITHERINGTON WAY L15 3JNWe advise that an offer hasbeen made for the aboveproperty in the sum of£118,995. Any persons wishingto increase on this offer shouldnotify the agents of their bestoffer prior to exchange ofcontracts.Agents Address: 40-42 AllertonRoad L18 1LN. AgentsTelephone Number: 0151 7340666
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MILNER ROAD, L17Mid terraced house, threebedrooms, lounge & diningroom, spacious kitchen,vestibule entrance
£144,950
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LONG LANE, L15Mid terraced house, wellpresented, vestibuleentrance, two bedrooms,lounge & dining kitchen
£119,950
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MOSS PITS LANE, L15 Semi detached house,entrance hall & lounge,dining room & kitchen,room/wc, three bedrooms
OIEO £175,000
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RUNDLE ROAD, L17Mid terraced house, tworeception rooms, threebedrooms, offered withoutchain, residential location
£169,950
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ST IVES WAY, L26Modern semi detachedhouse, two doublebedrooms, gardens to front,side & rear, without chain
£129,950
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BONCHURCH DRIVE, L15End town house, twobedrooms originally three,dressing room to masterbedroom, entrance hall
£136,000
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BELGRAVE ROAD, L17Spacious terraced,understair wc, lounge &dining room, fitted kitchen,four bedrooms
£175,000
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SHANKLIN ROAD, L15Extended semi detachedhouse, four bedrooms,popular & establishedlocation, gardens to front &
£185,000
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VENTNOR ROAD, L15Semi detached property,extended & improved,three bedrooms, no chain,ground floor wc & lounge
£177,950
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CHANCELLOR COURT, L8Ground floor apartment,two bedrooms, open planliving area, modern kitchen,contemporary bathroom
£99,950
EARLE ROADMid terraced house, livingroom, dining room, modernkitchen, family bathroom,three bedrooms
£99,950
MANOLIS YARD, L1Duplex penthouseapartment, threebedrooms, balcony andlarge terrace, parking space
£197,000
MOSTYN CLOSESemi detached house,living room, modernkitchen, conservatory , twobedrooms, bathroom/wc
£89,950
VIEW 146, L5Eight floor apartment,balcony, city and riverviews, secure parkingspace, one bedroom
£79,000
ARMSTRONG QUAY, L3First floor apartment,impressive river views, twobedrooms, lounge, kitchen,bathroom/wc, balcony
£125,000
BEDFORD ST SOUTH, L7First floor apartment, 75%shared ownership, openplan living area, fittedkitchen, two bedrooms
£82,500
PRINCES AVENUE, L8First floor apartment, twobedrooms, living/diningroom, fitted kitchen,contemporary bathroom
£109,950
CITY GATE WEST, L1Fourth floor apartment, nochain involved, two doublebedrooms, open plan livingarea, modern fitted kitchen
£129,950
MERTON ROAD, L20Grade II listed semidetached cottage, sixbedrooms, two receptionrooms, dining kitchen
£249,950
BOLD PLACE, L1Georgian town house,grade II listed, 4 bedrooms,three reception rooms,kitchen/breakfast room
£430,000
FALKNER STREET, L8Georgian town house, fourbedrooms, two receptionrooms, two bathrooms,resident permit parking
£495,000
TUNNEL ROAD, L7Semi detached house, threebedrooms, living room,dining kitchen,bathroom/wc, cloakroom
£134,750
THE SYMPHONY, L7First floor apartment, openplan living area, fittedkitchen, contemporarybathroom/wc, bedroom
£110,000
HOPE STREET, L1Grade ll listed Georgiantown house, six bedrooms,living room, dining room,dining kitchen, utility room
£565,000
BYLES STREET L8Mid town house, twobedrooms, dining kitchen,living room, bathroom/wc,cloakroom
£115,000
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EAST PRESCOT ROAD, L14Mid town house property, 3bedrooms, hall, lounge &dining room, kitchen,shower/wc, GCH, DG
£89,950
ETTINGTON ROAD, L4Mid terrace property, nochain, 3 bedrooms,entrance hall, lounge,dining room, kitchen
£80,000
BRIDGEFORD AVENUE, L12Terrace property, no chaininvolved, vestibule entrance,open plan throughlounge/dining room
£84,995
MALLESON ROAD, L13End terraced house, threebedrooms, lounge,conservatory, dining fittedkitchen, bathroom wc
£90,000
COLONEL DRIVE, L12First floor apartment,communal gardens, diningroom, lounge, fittedkitchen, two bedrooms
£94,995
CHERRY LANE, L4Extended mid terraceproperty, no chain involved,3 bedrooms, lounge, diningkitchen & antispace
£90,000
LONDONDERRY ROAD, L13Well presented terraceproperty, three bedrooms,lounge, dining room, fittedkitchen, modern bathroom
£95,000
CLASSIC ROAD, L135% deposit paid, midterrace property, £500towards legal fees , 3bedrooms, entrance hall
£99,950
KINMEL CLOSE, L4Semi detached property, nochain involved, 2 bedrooms- master ensuite, lounge,kitchen, bathroom/wc
£104,950
WARBRECK ROAD, L9End terrace property, nochain involved, 3 bedrooms,vestibule & hallway, lounge,dining room
£100,000 OIRO
LYDFORD ROAD, L12Semi detached property, nochain involved, threebedrooms, entrance hall,sunshine lounge, gardens
£129,995
MIDHURST ROAD, L12Detached property, nochain involved, 3 bedrooms,lounge, dining kitchen,conservatory, GCH, DG
£139,950
KERMAN CLOSE, L12Detached property, groundfloor wc, lounge & diningroom, dining fitted kitchen,utility room, four bedrooms
£189,950
KERMAN CLOSE, L12Detached property, nochain involved, 4 bedrooms- master ensuite, entrancehall & gf wc, lounge
£179,950
WHINFELL ROAD, L12Semi detached property, nochain involved, 3 bedrooms,lounge & dining room,breakfast kitchen, garage
£210,000
CORONATION DRIVE, L14Attractive semi detached,four bedrooms , en suiteshoweroom, lounge,extended dining room
£194,950
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SCORTON STREET, L6Terrace property, no chaininvolved, 2 bedrooms,lounge, kitchen, groundfloor bathroom/wc, yard
£55,000
ORPHAN DRIVE, L6Well presented apartment,ground floor, entrance hall,one bedroom, lounge,kitchen, bathroom, garden
£49,950
ASHDALE ROAD, L9Mid terrace property, nochain involved, threebedrooms, entrance hall,lounge, dining room
£60,000
LETCHWORTH STREET, L6Mid terrace property, nochain, 3 bedrooms,vestibule & hallway, lounge& dining room, kitchen
£55,000
CORNER BROOK, L28 Attractive semi detachedbungalow, two bedrooms,lounge, dining kitchen,bathroom/wc, DG, GCH
£65,000
CORNER BROOK, L28Attractive semi detachedbungalow, two bedrooms,lounge, dining kitchen,bathroom/wc, DG, GCH
£65,000
WANDSWORTH ROAD, L11Mid terrace property, nochain involved, twobedrooms, vestibule,cloakroom/wc, lounge
£65,000
COLESBORNE ROAD, L11End terrace property,recently refurbished, nochain involved, 3 bedrooms,lounge & dining area
£68,500
BODMIN ROAD, L4Terrace property, no chain,3 bedrooms, vestibule &entrance hall, lounge &dining room, kitchen, yard
£69,950
HOLLY GRANGE, L12Ground floor apartment, nochain involved, 1 bedroom,communal entrance, openplan lounge/kitchen
£69,950
PIGHUE LANE, L13First floor apartment, nochain involved, lounge,breakfast kitchen, showerroom/wc, two bedrooms
£70,000
ROMER ROAD, L6Terraced property, threebedrooms, lounge, diningroom, kitchen, extendedbathroom/wc, DG, GCH
£70,000
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ULLSWATER STREET, L5Terraced house, 2bedrooms, 2 receptionrooms, central heating,double glazed to front
£350pcm
FINVOY ROAD, L13Terraced house, threebedrooms, open planlounge/dining room, fittedkitchen, family bathroom
£495pcm
BOLAN STREET, L13Apartment, two bedrooms,ground floor, doubleglazed, gas central heated,modern fitted kitchen
£420pcm
WOLVERTON STREET, L6 Mid terrace, threebedrooms, lounge, sittingroom, kitchen, bathroom/wc, yard to rear
£475pcm
OLD HALL STREET, L3Apartment, two bedrooms,furnished, 23rd floor, fullyfitted kitchen, ensuitebathroom, bathroom
£950pcm
ULLSWATER HOUSE, L17Well presented apartment,three bedrooms, masterensuite, lounge/diningroom, study room
£1,250pcm
SOUTH FERRY QUAY, L3Four double bedrooms ,town house, four floors, twoparking spaces,unfurnished, river views
£995pcm
MEADOW LANE, L12Double fronted detachedfamily residence,unfurnished, lounge, diningroom, sitting room/study
£1,100pcm
CHANDLERS WHARF, L1One bedroom , bathroom ,fitted kitchen, appliancesincluded, open plan livingarea, city centre
£650pcm
BONCHURCH DRIVE, L15Three bedrom, detachedhouse, unfurnished, tworeception rooms, twodouble bedrooms
£775pcm
EMPRESS ROAD, L7Terrace, 3/4 bedrooms,furnished, dss accepted,lounge, second loungeused as bedroom
£595pcm
LENTWORTH COURT,Two bed apartment,unfurnished, modernkitchen with appliances,modern bathroom
£595pcm
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Lot 19 Commercial investment
95a Gainsborough Road, Liverpool, L15 3HXGuide price £55,000Sold for £91,000
Lot 25 Residential investment
23 Albert Edward Road, Liverpool, L7 8RYGuide price£45,000–£50,000Sold for £72,000
Lot 76 Commercial investment
11–15 Deysbrook Lane, Liverpool, L12 8REGuide price £75,000Sold for £124,000
Lot 96 Vacant commercial
St Michaels Hall, 3 St Michaels Road, Liverpool, L17 7ANGuide price £40,000Sold for £67,000
Lot 100 Vacant residential
16 Melling Road, Liverpool, L9 0LGGuide price £50,000Sold for £92,500
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42 Castle Street, Liverpool L2 7LA 0151 242 6490
Investment opportunity to purchase this well-presented one bedroom apartment
situated in Hatton Tower in the heart of the Live/Work district. In use as a
hotel/apartment with Prem Group (UK) Limited with a fixed term agreement until
2022, the current rental is £652.40 gross per calendar month. The apartment
comprises open plan living area, fitted kitchen, double bedroom and bathroom.
Ideal property for a buy-to-let investor.
Hatton Tower £94,950
A well-presented ground floor apartment situated in the popular Waterloo Quay
development. Briefly comprising open plan lounge and dining area, fitted kitchen,
two double bedrooms, master en-suite and family bathroom. The apartment has
views across Waterloo Dock and a small private terrace area. The property
benefits from 24-hour manned security, one allocated parking space and visitors
parking. **No onward chain** Energy Efficiency Rating – E.
Waterloo Quay £134,000
A well-presented fourth floor apartment. Briefly comprising open plan living area,
dining area, fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, one double bedroom,
bathroom & balcony. The property also offers secure parking & benefits from
views over the city. Situated in the City Centre, close to Liverpool John Moores
University the apartment is ideal for first time buyers or a buy-to-let investment
opportunity. Energy Efficiency Rating – C.
Focus Buildings £110,000
A two double bedroom apartment. Briefly comprising open plan living and dining
area, seperate kitchen, two double bedrooms (master with en-suite) and family
bathroom. Including many original features such as exposed brick work and port
hole style windows. Based in The World Heritage Site in a Grade II listed
building, we highly recommened a viewing to apprecaite all this property has to
offer. Energy Efficiency Rating – C.
Waterloo Warehouse £169,960
A beautifully presented fifth floor apartment located in the jewel in thecrown of Grosvenors £1 billion Liverpool One development. The apartmentbriefly comprises open plan living, dining and kitchen area, two doublebedrooms, master en-suite shower room and family bathroom. This corneraspect apartment provides superb views across Chavasse Park, Liverpool ONEand the City and benefits from 24-hour concierge, residents roof terrace andsecure allocated parking. Viewing is highly recommended. Energy EfficiencyRating - C.
One Park West £215,000
Set on Water Street in the heart of Liverpool City Centre, Tower Building is oneof Liverpool's finest listed buildings and is located directly opposite the iconicLiver Buildings and the River Mersey. The apartment comprises two doublebedrooms (master with en-suite), bathroom, large open plan living, kitchen anddining area and has superb views of the River Mersey and Liver Building. Theproperty benefits from a secure underground parking space and 24-hourconcierge. Energy Efficiency Rating – E.
Tower Building £189,950
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A superb penthouse apartment situated on the fourth floor in Liverpool's popularMarina. A secure lift operates directly into the apartment with accomadationbriefly comprising dining/hallway, lounge, kitchen, two double bedrooms with acomprehensive range of fitted furniture, master en-suite and bathroom.Benefitting from floor-to-ceiling windows providing expansive views of theMarina and City, together with a balcony that runs the length of the lounge.Allocated and visitors parking is also included. Energy Efficiency Rating – E.
South Ferry Quay £229,950
River facing apartment situated in the exclusive Grade I* listed developmentThe Colonnades. Briefly comprising open plan living, dining and study area,separate kitchen, two double bedrooms, en-suite bathroom and shower room.Boasting many original features including brick exposed barrel vault ceilings withiron work. The apartment benefits from a double parking space and a standardsize storeroom on the floor below. **No Chain**. Viewing is a must toappreciate all this property has to offer. Energy Efficiency Rating - D.
The Colonnades £295,000
Unique opportunity to purchase this stunning penthouse apartment situated theprestigious Merchants Quarter located above the luxury Malmaison hotel. Brieflycomprising three double bedrooms (master en-suite), open plan living area, fittedkitchen and bathroom. The apartment benefits from a wraparound terrace withdual aspect views towards the River Mersey and the City. The apartment alsocomes with allocated parking, viewing recommended. Energy Efficiency Rating –C.
Merchants Quarter £425,000
A stunning 3rd floor apartment. Briefly comprising open plan living, dining andkitchen area, three double bedrooms, master with en-suite and a familybathroom. Positioned on the prow of One Park West, the apartment offerspanoramic views across the River Mersey, City skyline, and Chavasse Park.Situated in a prime location, part of Grosvenors £1billion Liverpool Onedevelopment, with restaurants, bars and shops on your doorstep. Benefittingfrom 24-hour concierge, residents roof terrace, and a secure allocated carparking space. Viewing is highly recommended. Energy Efficiency Rating – C.
One Park West £395,000
Beautifully situated duplex penthouse (2100 sqft) with corner aspect over theRiver Mersey. Spread over two levels and briefly comprising open plan loungeand dining areas, separate kitchen with utility room, two double bedrooms withpotential for a third, two en-suite bathrooms, separate WC, study area with floor-to-ceiling windows and doors leading out to a balcony with views over the rivertowards the Welsh hills. TWO parking spaces and an additional storage room. 24-hour concierge. Energy Efficiency Rating – E.
The Colonnades NEW PRICE £450,000
This magnificent property is a superb example of a period Georgian Townhouse.Every room boasts classical elegance with an abundance of original featuressuch as Corinthian columns, a glorious central sweeping stairway, originalcornicing, deep skirting, sash windows and feature bay windows. To the rear ofthe property has a secluded garden with sheltered patio area. The former coachhouse now holds a secure double garage and a modern duplex one bedroomapartment which generates an income of £600pcm. There is also a separate onebedroom basement apartment generating a rental income of £550pcm. EnergyEfficiency Rating – D.
Rodney Street £1,250,000
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Arguably Liverpool's most iconic waterside development, MannIsland is located in the famed Liverpool waterfront between theThree Graces and the Albert Dock, and in close proximity toLiverpool One. These brand new, one and two bedroom apartmentsare offered furnished, with an open plan living, kitchen and diningarea. Also benefitting from secure fob access and 24hr concierge,the apartments are available now.
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Catharine Street £500pcm
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Set on Water Street in the heart of Liverpool City Centre, TowerBuilding is one of Liverpool’s finest listed buildings and is locateddirectly opposite the iconic Liver Buildings and The River Mersey. Aphased release of a selection of one, two and three bedroomapartments, some of which include allocated parking. The buildingbenefits from a 24-hour Concierge service and a superb City Centrelocation. All the apartments are generously proportioned and viewing ishighly recommended. For further information on individual apartments,or to arrange a viewing, please contact us.
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It's not often an opportunity arises to acquire an apartment in a finely restored andrenovated Grade ll* listed building. However that's just the prospect offered topurchasers at 2 Canning Street Liverpool an imposing, early 1830s propertysituated opposite the Anglican Cathedral in the Georgian quarter of the city. Thisfirst floor apartment briefly comprises entrance hall, living and dining room,separate kitchen, two double bedrooms and family bathroom. This apartmentcontains the original main entertaining room for this property, has three virtually fullheight windows overlooking the Anglican Cathedral and internal window shutters,which enriches the authenticity of the property. Energy Efficiency Rating – C.
Canning Street £250,000
It's not often an opportunity arises to acquire an apartment in a finely restored andrenovated Grade ll* listed building. The listed status of 2 Canning St is no doubt, in part,due to the magnificent stairway that graces the entrance hall, rising to a light-well atthe top which floods daylight into this communal area. Unusually the servant's stair hasbeen retained and this means that the apartments on the first floor and above have arear door in addition to the main flat entrance door. This third floor apartment brieflycomprises hallway, open plan living, dining and kitchen area, family bathroom, separateutility room and two double bedrooms offering views of the Anglican Cathedral. Stairsrise from the living area to a mezzanine study area. Energy Efficiency Rating – C.
Canning Street £250,000
A choice of two apartments priced at £185,000 (11th/12th floor) and £195,000(13th/14th floor). Both are identical corner duplex apartments situated in the highlydesirable Unity Building. Briefly comprising open plan living area, fully fittedkitchen, two double bedrooms, en-suite bathroom and shower room. Theproperties feature a balcony overlooking The Three Graces and bedrooms havefloor-to-ceiling windows with views of the River Mersey. The property also benefitsfrom a secure parking space, a 24 hour concierge and Residents’ gym. EnergyEfficiency Rating – C.
Unity Building From £185,000
Boasting amazing views across Liverpool, the River Mersey and beyond, thiscentrally located 20th floor apartment briefly comprises hallway, open planlounge/dining area, modern fitted kitchen, two double bedrooms, master en-suiteshower room and additional bathroom. The property benefits from floor-to-ceilingwindows, air-conditioning, high speed lifts and the service of a 24-hourconcierge. The apartment is currently tenanted and receiving a rental income of£750 per calendar month. Energy Efficiency Rating - C.
West Tower £139,950
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ONE-BEDROOM TOP FLOOR FLATGAMBIER TERRACE LIVERPOOL L1
Close toAnglican Cathedral and Liverpool city centreBest bitsPanoramic views, central location, part of anattractive development.We say"Do you fancy looking out every morning at one ofLiverpool's iconic skylines, then look no further than thisflat in the historic Gambier Terrace as this really is aroom with a view. This versatile flat comes eitherfurnished or unfurnished and would ideally suit a singleprofessional. The kitchen is fully equipped including awasher/dryer and the property is available immediately."
Arrange a viewing on 0151 342 2300
£525pcm
THREE-BEDROOM, DUPLEXAPARTMENT, THE UNITYBUILDING, RUMFORD PLACE, L3
Close toThe business district and the waterfrontBest bitsLocated in the heart of the city centre, a largerthan average apartment with plenty of space.We say“This seventh floor duplex apartment has plenty ofliving and working space. The apartment has threebedrooms, the master benefiting from an en-suite,allocated parking space and access to the building’stwo floor gym included. This property would besuitable for professionals or a family looking to livein the city.”
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£1,100pcm
TWO-BEDROOM FLAT ACACIAAVENUE HUYTON, L36
Close toThe M62, Blacklow Brow Primary School and StAnne’s RC Primary School.Best bitsSpacious living accommodation above local shopsin a convenient locationWe say"This apartment is situated above shops in a quietresidential area and is in an ideal location for access toLiverpool, Manchester and local schools. Ten minutesaway from Huyton Village this property could suiteither young professionals or a small family."
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PROPERTIES FOR RENT
THREE-BEDROOM APARTMENTONE PARK WEST LIVERPOOL, L1
Close toThe city centre with access to a range ofrestaurants, bars, gyms and the Albert Dock.Best bitsThe apartment has fantastic panoramic viewsover the docklands and wider city.We say“This spectacular three bedroom apartment providesthree double bedrooms, a family bathroom and amaster en suite bathroom. The spacious open planliving provides ample lounge and dining space andincludes a fully fitted kitchen. Due to it beinglocated on the eleventh floor, the property providesbreathtaking panoramic views over Liverpool andthe Docks. This property would be suitable for youngprofessionals looking to work and socialize in stylein the heart of Liverpool.”
Arrange a viewing on 0151 724 1000
TWO-BEDROOM FLAT, AIGBURTHDRIVE, SEFTON PARK, L17
Close toSefton Park and Lark LaneBest bitsLarge living area with beautiful furnishings.Large bedrooms with plenty of built inwardrobes and chests of drawers.We say“This property in the heart of one of Liverpool’s mostpopular residential and bohemian quarters of the cityis contained within a character filled building close toLark Lane and Sefton Park and all the bars, shopsand nightlife that the area enjoys. This propertywould be suitable for professionals or a small familylooking to be in a nice area close to the park.”
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Close toSet in the heart of Garston Village, minutes from arange of facilities, including Liverpool John LennonAirport, the new Liverpool South Parkway rail andbus terminal, New Mersey Retail Park.Best bitsThe former Garston Baptist Tabernacle Churchbuilding and Sunday school house, built in 1893, is atruly unique property and recognised as a building ofarchitectural significance to the local area.We say“This development has recently undergone an extensiverestoration to create a high specification modern living spacefit for the 21st Century, whilst retaining many of theoriginal features of the church. With a range ofaccommodation from one bed flats to open plan work/livelofts, this development has something for everyone.”
Arrange a viewing on 0151 601 3003
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What’s hurtingthe value of your
home?
Did you know a noisy neighbour could take thousandsoff the value of your home? Or that a dodgy history
could seriously reduce its sale price? We take a look atthe factors that are devaluing your home and what you
can do to stop them.
W O R D S B Y S U Z A N N E M C G U C K I N
What’s hurtingthe value of your
home?
Did you know a noisy neighbour could take thousandsoff the value of your home? Or that a dodgy history
could seriously reduce its sale price? We take a look atthe factors that are devaluing your home and what you
can do to stop them.
W O R D S B Y S U Z A N N E M C G U C K I N
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HOT TOPIC
ow, more so thanever, homeownersare realising thattheir homes are not
just simply a place to live –they are an investment andnaturally obtaining thehighest possible sale price isa priority.
Homeowners will do all theycan to present the perfectproperty for sale but are suchefforts worth the time andmoney? Could attempts toincrease value actually behaving the opposite effect?Are there extraneouscircumstances beyond ourcontrol that will impact futurevalue?
SUPERIOR INTERIOR? Are your ideas of an improvementproving to be a turn off for potentialbuyers? You may well love clashing
paint colours and the faux periodfeatures adorning every room - butremember not everyone has thesame tastes.
Clean, bright and spacious are thekey words. This means neutralpalettes ready for buyers to maketheir own mark, uncluttered spaces,and rooms spring-cleaned to thehighest standards.
Dodgy DIY and features in needof some TLC are all factors thatscream ‘don’t go there’. Spend timedoing DIY jobs yourself if you arecapable or get in the professionals.One advantage of employing aqualified tradesman is that you canpresent certificates and receipts asproof that work has been carried outto a suitable standard.
CURB APPEALWhen a viewer pulls up outside yourhouse the first thing they notice is itsexterior. Rotten fences, peelingpaintwork and overgrown and
cluttered gardens set the scene andinfluence how the viewing willprogress. Neglect outside will raisesuspicions about the state of repairinside.
Spend time tidying up andrepairing tired looking gardens.Simplicity and easy to maintaingardens are probably the best routeforward.
EVERYBODY NEEDSGOOD NEIGHBOURS Problem neighbours can blight anentire neighbourhood whether it benoise, boundary disputes,intimidating behaviour or just the factthat their house looks like it would fitin nicely on the set of Ballamory.
Sadly there is very little you cando about the state of repair of thegarish exterior colour of yourneighbours house - unless you areprepared to confront them and rollup your sleeves to help them clean
up their act. A popular way potential buyers can
determine if would-be newneighbours will be acceptable, seesthem visiting the street at differenttimes of day across the week and atweekends to observe comings andgoings and listen out for noisepollution. So a simple clever timing ofa viewing might not be enough toavoid a run in with the neighbourfrom hell.
If you are experiencing moreserious problems and fear that aneighbours behaviours could result ina drop in sale price or even cost you asale, there are avenues you can godown. The Neighbours From Hell InBritain website www.nfh.org.uk offersfree advice and support for anyonehaving to deal with nuisanceneighbours.
THE RIGHT, OR WRONGSIDE OF TOWN? The reputation of the surrounding
neighbourhood is something thatcan dramatically affect the value ofyour property.
Everyone desires the right housein the right place, close to the bestschools and work, with low crimerates and within easy access ofleisure facilities. Such places doexist, albeit at a premium, but inreality this perfect combination is
hard to come by. What might have been a nice
area when you bought could haverapidly become an undesirablelocation for a number of reasons.
The transparency of crime ratesand the ease with which potentialbuyers can search for suchinformation means any increasewill impact on the value of aproperty and may well be used as abargaining tool.
Mobile phone masts springingup in your back garden, loominghigh speed rail lines cuttingthrough the bottom of your streetor the development of an out oftown shopping complex in yourvillage will certainly deliver ablow.
Whilst such developments arealmost impossible to control orreverse it pays to open and honestwith buyers. Often they will knowthe information after having done
research so if you withhold suchinformation they might wonderwhat else you are hiding?
SKELETONS IN THE CLOSET? If you are unfortunate enough toown a property with a sinisterhistory things are almost certainlygoing to tough. Unless you happen
upon a house hunter with a morbidfascination for things sinister,details for properties shroudedwith superstitions and gossip willalmost certainly end up in the bin.
If there are certain stigmasattached to your property it is bestto be upfront and honest aboutthem. Far rather a potential buyerhear about superstitions associated
with the property from you thanthrough gossip.
Let hope none of us have tocontend with such issues.
FORCES OF MOTHER NATUREThe extreme weather conditionsthe UK has been experiencing overrecent years is quite sadly leavingvery few places unaffected.
Flooding has been the mainculprit scarring our landscapesand destroying millions of homes and devastating the lives ofthe people who own them.
Not only do victims of floodhave to contend with thepotentially massive decrease in thevalue of their property they maywell be saddled with anuninsurable and consequentlyunsellable home.
Local authority searches willflag flood alerts so there is no way
to hide such factors. If, therefore,the risk of flooding is an issue withyour property and you haveinstalled measures to preventflooding make sure you tellpotential purchasers. Researchalso what your local council aredoing as preventative measuresand ensure that this information ismade available.
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HOT TOPIC
ow, more so thanever, homeownersare realising thattheir homes are not
just simply a place to live –they are an investment andnaturally obtaining thehighest possible sale price isa priority.
Homeowners will do all theycan to present the perfectproperty for sale but are suchefforts worth the time andmoney? Could attempts toincrease value actually behaving the opposite effect?Are there extraneouscircumstances beyond ourcontrol that will impact futurevalue?
SUPERIOR INTERIOR? Are your ideas of an improvementproving to be a turn off for potentialbuyers? You may well love clashing
paint colours and the faux periodfeatures adorning every room - butremember not everyone has thesame tastes.
Clean, bright and spacious are thekey words. This means neutralpalettes ready for buyers to maketheir own mark, uncluttered spaces,and rooms spring-cleaned to thehighest standards.
Dodgy DIY and features in needof some TLC are all factors thatscream ‘don’t go there’. Spend timedoing DIY jobs yourself if you arecapable or get in the professionals.One advantage of employing aqualified tradesman is that you canpresent certificates and receipts asproof that work has been carried outto a suitable standard.
CURB APPEALWhen a viewer pulls up outside yourhouse the first thing they notice is itsexterior. Rotten fences, peelingpaintwork and overgrown and
cluttered gardens set the scene andinfluence how the viewing willprogress. Neglect outside will raisesuspicions about the state of repairinside.
Spend time tidying up andrepairing tired looking gardens.Simplicity and easy to maintaingardens are probably the best routeforward.
EVERYBODY NEEDSGOOD NEIGHBOURS Problem neighbours can blight anentire neighbourhood whether it benoise, boundary disputes,intimidating behaviour or just the factthat their house looks like it would fitin nicely on the set of Ballamory.
Sadly there is very little you cando about the state of repair of thegarish exterior colour of yourneighbours house - unless you areprepared to confront them and rollup your sleeves to help them clean
up their act. A popular way potential buyers can
determine if would-be newneighbours will be acceptable, seesthem visiting the street at differenttimes of day across the week and atweekends to observe comings andgoings and listen out for noisepollution. So a simple clever timing ofa viewing might not be enough toavoid a run in with the neighbourfrom hell.
If you are experiencing moreserious problems and fear that aneighbours behaviours could result ina drop in sale price or even cost you asale, there are avenues you can godown. The Neighbours From Hell InBritain website www.nfh.org.uk offersfree advice and support for anyonehaving to deal with nuisanceneighbours.
THE RIGHT, OR WRONGSIDE OF TOWN? The reputation of the surrounding
neighbourhood is something thatcan dramatically affect the value ofyour property.
Everyone desires the right housein the right place, close to the bestschools and work, with low crimerates and within easy access ofleisure facilities. Such places doexist, albeit at a premium, but inreality this perfect combination is
hard to come by. What might have been a nice
area when you bought could haverapidly become an undesirablelocation for a number of reasons.
The transparency of crime ratesand the ease with which potentialbuyers can search for suchinformation means any increasewill impact on the value of aproperty and may well be used as abargaining tool.
Mobile phone masts springingup in your back garden, loominghigh speed rail lines cuttingthrough the bottom of your streetor the development of an out oftown shopping complex in yourvillage will certainly deliver ablow.
Whilst such developments arealmost impossible to control orreverse it pays to open and honestwith buyers. Often they will knowthe information after having done
research so if you withhold suchinformation they might wonderwhat else you are hiding?
SKELETONS IN THE CLOSET? If you are unfortunate enough toown a property with a sinisterhistory things are almost certainlygoing to tough. Unless you happen
upon a house hunter with a morbidfascination for things sinister,details for properties shroudedwith superstitions and gossip willalmost certainly end up in the bin.
If there are certain stigmasattached to your property it is bestto be upfront and honest aboutthem. Far rather a potential buyerhear about superstitions associated
with the property from you thanthrough gossip.
Let hope none of us have tocontend with such issues.
FORCES OF MOTHER NATUREThe extreme weather conditionsthe UK has been experiencing overrecent years is quite sadly leavingvery few places unaffected.
Flooding has been the mainculprit scarring our landscapesand destroying millions of homes and devastating the lives ofthe people who own them.
Not only do victims of floodhave to contend with thepotentially massive decrease in thevalue of their property they maywell be saddled with anuninsurable and consequentlyunsellable home.
Local authority searches willflag flood alerts so there is no way
to hide such factors. If, therefore,the risk of flooding is an issue withyour property and you haveinstalled measures to preventflooding make sure you tellpotential purchasers. Researchalso what your local council aredoing as preventative measuresand ensure that this information ismade available.
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Simplicity and easy tomaintain gardens are probably
the best route forward.
Clean, bright andspacious are the key words
Neighbours behaviours couldresult in a drop in sale price
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esperate Scousewife Gill O’Toole cut theribbon to launch a new bridal experience andshop in West Derby, Liverpool.
Guests enjoyed champagne as they got a peek atBrides By Natalie on Eaton Road.
The shop will provide a bespoke dress makingservice for brides, mothers of the bride andbridesmaids alongside a collection of high endbridal gowns.
The new company has been set up by five femaleshareholders who have over 22 years of experiencein the industry.
After working in various bridal shops across thecountry the owners of Brides by Natalie now have atwo-level purpose-built new home.
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Aspiring homeownerswith savings of around£9,000 could find they’reable to step onto theproperty ladder andpurchase a new home atCressington Heath in SouthLiverpool.
FirstBuy is now available at theRedrow development, enablingeligible customers to take out anequity loan for up to 20% of thepurchase price.
The valuable help means athree-bedroom Faygate stylehome, available on the open
market at £179,995, can besnapped up for an initial outlay of£143,996. That’s a saving ofalmost £36,000.
Claire Jarvis, sales director forRedrow Homes (Lancashire),says: “If you’re tired of payingsomeone else’s mortgage byrenting or want to fly the parentalnest then it’s time to talk to usabout FirstBuy and how we canhelp you step onto the propertyladder. You could save thousandsoff the initial price by taking outan equity loan for up to 20% ofthe market value. You may onlyneed a relatively small deposit ofaround 5% and should be able toaccess some of the bettermortgage rates, usually onlyavailable to those with substantial
savings. In fact the mortgagerepayments may even work outcheaper than the rent for asimilar sized property.”
The outstanding balance iscovered by an equity loan, jointlyfunded by Redrow and the Homesand Communities Agency. Theloan is interest free for five yearsand can be repaid when thecustomer has more funds available.
To be eligible for FirstBuycustomers must have an annualhousehold income of less than£60,000 and be first time buyersor returning to the housingmarket after a change ofcircumstances.
For more information seewww.redrow.co.uk/cressington.
One of the UK’s largesthomebuilder’s PersimmonHomes has signed up toexhibit at the 2013 FirstTime Buyers Show.
The show, which will be held atthe BT convention centre, isaimed at providing would-behome owners with an all theyneed to know comprehensiveguide to getting a foot on theproperty ladder in 2013.
Persimmon Homes operatesfrom 24 regional offices and offersa wide choice of quality newhomes throughout the UK.
The event is sponsored byIKEA and hosted by HomesHub.
First time buyers will haveaccess to design advice courtesyof IKEA and the Swedish retailerwill also be offering one luckyattendee £1,000 to spend on theirnew home at IKEA.
Legal gurus from Paul Crowley
& Co Solicitors, will be on handto guide hopeful buyers throughthe legal implications andresponsibilities of taking theirfirst step onto the propertyladder. The legal specialists willoffer adviceon basichome-buyingrequirementsand oftenforgottenareas such aswills andpower ofattorney.
The showfeatures ahost of bignamesincludingRedrowHomes,RiversideHomeOwnership,
Barratt Homes, CountrysideProperties and David WilsonHomes.
The First Time Buyers Showtakes place on Saturday 23
March from 10am till 4pm at theBT Convention Centre. Freetickets can be downloaded atwww.firsttimebuyersshow.com orcontact Jo Tait on 0151 709 3871for more information.
NEWS
Hot off the pressLIVERPOOL’S LATEST NEWS
GET ON THE PROPERTY LADDER WITHREDROW AND FIRSTBUY
Persimmon joins the First Time Buyers Show 2013
The Faygate
First Time Buyers Show 2013 venue
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Are you a landlord?Are you aware of CLASS – The City Council’svoluntary Landlord Accreditation Scheme?
CLASS is free to join and landlords wanting to becomemembers can apply for accreditation via a self certificationprocess and provision of essential safety certificates.
Then contact the CLASS team on 0151 233 8647 or email: [email protected]
The manual contains guidance and notes on certainaspects of law relating to property management.
CLASS Landlords are promoted on the City Council’s website.CLASS Landlords can benefit from a substantial discount on HMO licensing fees.CLASS Landlords receive a Certificate and membership card.CLASS Landlords are publicly recognised as a good landlord.CLASS Landlords can use the logo on business letterheads and promotional material.
The accreditation scheme aims to:
Help landlords operate successful businesses
Provide tenants with decent and safe living conditions
Reduce the need for intervention from local authorities
It’s easy...
A free copy of the most up to dateLandlord’s Handbook is available toCLASS Accredited Landlords.
Interested in finding out more from the CLASS team?
Call the CLASS team on 0151 233 8647
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Mill Brook, Wood Lane, Liverpool L27 4AB Marketing Suite and Show Homes open daily 10am - 5pm
0151 487 [email protected]
www.compendiumliving.co.uk
A range of 2, 3 & 4 bedroom homes from £83,600 with FirstBuy
Compendium Living is a joint venture by Lovell and The Riverside Group and 3 three-bedroom homes at Mill Brook are also available through Riverside’s shared ownership scheme. Call 0345 155 9029.
You can now own a 2 bedroom home in a highly desirable location for this great low price thanks to the Government backed FirstBuy Scheme.
But this doesn’t mean you’re not getting the same high standards you’d expect from Compendium Living. Your new home comes complete with a
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You can now own a 2 bedroom home in a highly desirable location for this great low price thanks to the Government backed FirstBuy Scheme.
But this doesn’t mean you’re not getting the same high standards you’d expect from Compendium Living. Your new home comes complete with a
A range of 2, 3 & 4 bedroom homes from £83,600 with FirstBuy
Compendium Living is a joint venture by Lovell and The Riverside Group and 3 three-beMill Brook are also available through Riverside’s shared ownership scheme. Call 0345 155
You can now own a 2 bedroom home in a highly desirable location for this great low price thanks to the Government backed FirstBuy Scheme.
But this doesn’t mean you’re not getting the same high standards you’d expect from Compendium Living. Your new home comes complete with a
A range of 2, 3 & 4 bedroom homes from £83,600 with FirstBuy
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Hot & HappeningHOT PROPERTY NEWS IN LIVERPOOL
A local solicitors hasintroduced fixed fees in anattempt to help those whowill miss out on legal aidas changes to the systemcome into effect.
Canter Levin & Berg solicitors inLiverpool is introducing thefixed fee system to help combatthose who fall in between thecracks following the latest shakeup.
From April of this year theMinistry of Justice will put inplace reforms to save £350m incivil legal aid. Funding will soondisappear for most casesinvolving divorce, child custody,clinical negligence, employment,immigration, housing, debt,benefits and education.
Rebecca Finnegan, associatesolicitor at Canter Levin & BergSolicitors, says: “Changes tolegal aid mean massive cuts in
funding. Legal aid will still beavailable for children beingtaken into care or domesticviolence cases but a lot of peoplewill find that they no longerqualify for legal aid. So we areintroducing a fixed fee system tohelp.”
Rebecca was also recentlyappointed to the Law SocietyAdvanced Panel for family lawlate last year. Appointments tothe law society’s advanced panels
demonstrate expertise in areas oflaw and Rebecca is one of a fewsolicitors on the panel fromMerseyside.
Canter Levin & Berg is a largeregional firm of solicitors basedin Liverpool with 13 partnersand over 130 staff based inoffices in Liverpool and Kirkby.
For more information on thesolicitors new fixed fee systemsee www.canter-law.co.uk.
City agentlauncheslandlord portals Estate agent AndrewLouis is set to revolutionisethe way its landlordsmanage their propertieswith the launch of itslandlord portals.
The online portals will givelandlords the ability to keep trackof their properties, accessimportant safety certificates andEnergy Performance Certificates(EPCs) and view rental statements.
The service worksin a similar way toInternet banking andwill mean landlordscan access keyinformation at anytime day or night.
Louis Anastasiou,managing director ofAndrew Louis, saysthe launch representsan important stepforward for theindustry in terms oftechnologicaladvancements.
He says: “Therecent troubles in theretail market
demonstrate what can happen ifbusinesses don’t move with thetimes. Our industry is no different.We’re the first agent in the city tooffer this service and we’ve workedwith a software company todevelop the pioneering softwarerequired for the portals.
“The next step will be to launchthese portals for tenants. Anybodyrenting a property will be able tokeep track of their rentalpayments, download safetycertificates and find out wheretheir deposit is being held, at theclick of a mouse.”
The launch comes at the sametime as the agent’s newManagement Plus service,which will see landlords receivea rental guarantee, ensuring therent is paid should a tenantdefault.
The North West office ofRendall & Rittner haslaunched a new dedicatedwebsite as part of itsrebranding this year.
Rendall & Rittner the agent’sparent company has a head officebased in London and 23 years ofexperience in the industry. Rendall& Rittner North West launched in2008 and now has five staff.
Leah Parkinson, assistantproperty manager at Rendall &Rittner North West says: “We havealways had a regional spin off pageon Rendall & Rittner’s mainwebsite but we think now is theright time to launch our owndedicated page for the North West.”
Rendall & Rittner North Westmanages some 2000 units in a rangeof developments across the NorthWest, including some of the mostprestigious buildings in Manchesterand Liverpool including Leftbankapartments in SpinningfieldsManchester and apartments in EastLow Key Wallasey.
The company’s new websitewww.randr-regional.co.uklaunches March 1.
North West arm ofnationwideproperty agentslaunch new website
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New City Vision hassecured funding for thenewly extended governmentbacked FirstBuy scheme.
The FirstBuy scheme offers a
stepping-stone approach intohome ownership. It benefits thehomebuyer by reducing theamount of deposit required to just5%, by cutting the initial cost ofhome owning a brand new home
by up to 20% which reduces themortgage borrowing requirements,helping lower the monthlymortgage repayments.
People that qualify will beoffered an equity loan jointly
funded by NCV and theGovernment, of up to 20% of thepurchase price. Most importantlythe equity loan is interest free forthe first five years, allowing asettling-in time for the homebuyer.
Louise Craven, NCV's salesmanager says: “We are delighted tobe one of the first house buildersto offer the newly extendedscheme in Liverpool. FirstBuy isavailable now on selected threeand four bedroom family homes atEllergreen. We are expectingstrong interest and are urging allhouse hunters to call in to thedevelopment as soon as possible tosee if they can qualify for thescheme.”
Under the scheme new threebedroom family homes at NewCity Vision’s Ellergreendevelopment with a market valueof £115,000 are available from aslittle as £92,000 now.
For more information call 0151256 0900 or [email protected].
A new Liverpool agent isaiming to change the wayestate agents do businesswith a holistic approach thatputs customer satisfactionat the top of the priority list.
Address Properties opened late lastyear on Rose Lane and it is theirdifferent approach that they feel issetting them apart from otheragents in the industry.
The company offers all of itsservices “in-house”, with almost noelement of the home buying,maintenance or letting processoutsourced. Working in partnershipwith sister company BuildMaintenance, Address Propertiesare able to offer customers a one-stop shop for all of their needs.
Joint owner Joshua Marco says:“If there are any issues, we will bethere quickly and aim to resolveproblems as speedily and efficientlyas possible, often within the sameday. If tenants are happy, they are
more likely to stay in a propertyand in turn, this means ourlandlords are happy and confidentwith our service.”
Joshua, who runs AddressProperties with joint ownersAlexander Bennett and SimonMarco, says the trio pay particularattention to the wayin which they marketproperties and assuch have investedheavily inphotographyequipment in orderto ensure propertiesare always displayedin the best possibleway.
He says: “We willmake sure all of ourphotography is of thehighest quality, froma premier listing to astudent let – we aimto promote anyproperty to the best
of its potential, after all it is thephotographs that first catch peoplesattention.”
And while the agent is hoping tobe the best in the business, Joshuasays its important that thecustomer is always put first. He says: “If a customer comes to us
looking for a particular propertyand we are unable to meet theirrequirements, we are more thanhappy to point them in anotheragents direction if we know theydo. It is more important to put thecustomer first and offer them thebest possible service.”
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Hot & HappeningHOT PROPERTY NEWS IN LIVERPOOL
Local company celebrates25 years in business
Sutton Kersh sold 80% ofthe 102 lots on offer at itsfirst auction of 2013.
The event, which took place onValentines Day at the LiverpoolCity Centre Marriott Hotel
attracted over 300 people.Competitive bidding resulted inmany lots being sold for
significantlymore thantheir guideprices and totalproceeds forthe auctioncurrently standat £5,000,000.
From theinitialcataloguecomprising 107lots, five lotswerewithdrawn and14 sold prior. Atotal of 64 lotsthen sold in theroom and moresales have
completed afterwards.The opening lot of the day was
Media House on Claughton Roadin Birkenhead which was offered onbehalf of Wirral Council. Guided at£90,000 this lot attracted a hugeamount of interest in the room andeventually sold for £190,000.
Cathy Holt, auction manageressat Sutton Kersh, says: “Theatmosphere was one of the best Ihave experienced in an auctionroom. The room was packed withpeople who were keen to buy andthe competitive bidding is a greatsign for the property market. Wehope to carry this momentum intoour April auction.”
Sutton Kersh is now invitinginstructions for its 18th Aprilauction. For more informationplease call 0151 207 6315.
Sutton Kersh auctiongenerates over £5 million
A local kitchen installationcompany is celebrating itstwenty-fifth year ofbusiness.
In Style Kitchens does most of itsbusiness in the Merseyside areaand has moved from displaying itskitchens in a dedicated showroomto now bringing the showroom tocustomers homes.
Owner Jeff Cornwall believesthat the company’s success isdown to the fact that it canprovide bespoke kitchen fittingsat a non-bespoke price and dealwith customers in a straighttalking manner.
Jeff Cornwall says: “I’mdelighted to celebrate In StyleKitchens 25th year of business andI put our success down to the factthat not only do we take thekitchen showroom to customershomes , with samples andcomputer generated images on alaptop but also the fact that wespeak to our customers straight andthey know that they can trust us.”
The business has three staff andhas built up a reputation year onyear through customerrecommendations on mainlydomestic work.
Jeff says that the company’s athome consultations allow
customers to be involved indesigning their kitchen, from thecomfort of their own home.
“I find out whatkind of new kitchenthe customers areinterested in, do abit of onlineresearch and thendesign the kitchento their exactmeasurements, allthe time customerscan see what I’mdoing and flag upany further inputthey might have.”
For more information on InStyle Kitchens call 07970811576to speak to Jeff.
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PROPERTY NEWS
Homebuyers are beingoffered a first glimpse ofCedar Point, Formby’snewest luxury developmentof three and four bedhomes, at a VIP launch dayto be held next month.
With completion just weeks away,house builder LPC Living is
preparing to open the doors to thebespoke collection of seven three-storey homes on Ennerdale Road– and is inviting prospectivebuyers to the much-anticipatedunveiling.
The launch event is takingplace on Saturday 9 March from10am – 2pm and will offerpurchasers the opportunity to
view a completedthree and four-bedroom home andsee at first-hand theenhancedspecificationrecently introducedby LPC.
Set over threestoreys andproviding up to1,760 sq ft of livingaccommodation,each property offers
stylish Magnet kitchens withWhirlpool appliances, designerRAK bathrooms and all flooringprovided as standard.
Prices at the development startat £299,950 with stamp duty paidon selected plots. A mortgageadviser will be on hand on theday to provide informal adviceand refreshments will be
provided.The seven homes are located
just off Kirklake Road, only a fewminutes’ walk from Formby trainstation and ten minutes from thescenic National Trust reserve,Formby beach and the vibranttown centre.
Stephanie White, branchmanager at Reeds Rains, says:“With an unbeatable locationclose to local schools and theenhanced specification, CedarPoint is cementing itself as thepremier development in Formby.We’re seeing a phenomenalnumber of people eager to viewthe completed properties and theopen day is a superb opportunityto see the quality of thesestunning new homes.”
For further details visitwww.cedarpoint-formby.co.uk.
A city agent is aiming tohelp boost the sales marketin 2013 by offering an all inone service.
Darren Carter, branch manager ofReeds Rains City Living’sLiverpool office, says all ReedsRains branches acrossMerseyside offer the all in oneservice to both vendors andpurchasers to provide thesmoothest of processes tocompletion.
He says: “We are one of fewagents who employ an in house
financial adviser, who canprovide independent advice forboth buyers and sellers,regardless of whether they arebuying or selling a propertythrough Reeds Rains.
“We also have a panel ofsolicitors that we can refer ourclients to, to ensure that whenthey do receive or make an offer,they are in the best possibleposition to proceed quickly andensure that there are no earlyhiccups, which in a challengingmarket, could cause a sale to fallat the first hurdle.”
Darren says the agent has hadproven success with this processalready.
“Using our financial servicesand our panel of conveyancers,we are able to have moreinfluence on the progression ofsales and especially as most salesare up against strict completiondeadlines, we can help get thingsmoving, so that our vendors andbuyers are not disappointed byunnecessary delays.”
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Hope Street £565,000Grade ll listed Georgian town house, sixbedrooms, living room, dining room,dining kitchen, utility room, twobathrooms, shower room, garden, permitparking
Sutton Kersh 0151 236 2332
Bold Place £430,000Georgian town house, grade II listed, 4bedrooms, three reception rooms,kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, twobathrooms, gas central heating, privaterear courtyard, views of st lukes church
Sutton Kersh 0151 236 2332
Manolis Yard £197,000Duplex penthouse apartment, threebedrooms, balcony and large terrace,parking space, open plan living area,stylish kitchen, en-suite shower room,contemporary bathroom, central location,city views
Sutton Kersh 0151 236 2332
City Gate West £129,950Fourth floor apartment, no chaininvolved, two double bedrooms, openplan living area, modern fitted kitchen,contemporary bathroom, ensuite showerroom, city views, close to amenities, goodlocation
Sutton Kersh 0151 236 2332
Armstrong Quay £125,000First floor apartment, impressive riverviews, two bedrooms, lounge, kitchen,bathroom/wc, balcony, allocated parkingspace, waterfront location, commulgardens & visitor parking
Sutton Kersh 0151 236 2332
Tunnel Road £134,750Semi detached house, three bedrooms,living room, dining kitchen,bathroom/wc, cloakroom, rear gardenwith driveway, front garden, close toamenities, no chain
Sutton Kersh 0151 236 2332
Falkner Street £495,000Georgian town house, four bedrooms, tworeception rooms, two bathrooms, residentpermit parking, visitor parking, manyoriginal features, views of anglicancathedral, rear yard, no chain
Sutton Kersh 0151 236 2332
£120,000 Maidstone Drive3 bedroom semi detached, ground floorcloakroom/wc, kitchen/diner, gardensfront and rear, good size driveway, doubleglazed, gas central heating, cul d saclocation, no chain
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£125,000 Pennsylvania RoadNo chain, extended, four bedrooms, tworeception rooms, gardens to the rear,garage parking
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£225,000 Wavertree Nook RoadCharacter suburb semi, three bedrooms,two reception rooms, kitchen breakfastroom, driveway parking, gardens to therear, excellent decorative order
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£210,000 Wavertree Nook Road3 bedroom character end town housewithin wavertree garden suburbnot overlooked to the reargarage and parking3 double bedroomsinternal inspection recommended
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£194,950 Crossley Drive4 bedroom extended semi detached,lounge,dining room, extended familyroom with kitchen area, modernbathroom, conservatory, over looks openfields to front, cul-de-sac location,internal inspection recommended
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£159,950 Coventry Road3 bedroom mid terrace, modernkitchen/diner with appliances, throughlounge and dining room, modernbathroom, double glazed, gas centralheating, walking distance of AllertonRoad, viewings highly recommended
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£75,000 Dunstan Street2 bedroom mid terrace, lounge/diningroom, vicinty of local amenities, no chain,good decorative order
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£260,000 Sunny Bank Road3 bedroom semi detached, 3 receptionrooms, kitchen and utility room, maturegardens, garage, double glazed, gas centralheated
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£240,000 Marlcroft Drive4 bedroom end town house, 3 doublebedrooms, ensuite to master bedroom,located over 3 floors, good size reargarden, freehold, views towards the RiverMersey
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£150,000 Norbury Avenue3 bedroom mid terrace, open plankitchen/dining room, modern familybathroom, double glazed, gas centralheating, cul-d-sac location, walkingdistance of Greenbank Park, in thevicinity of Allerton Road
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£120,000 Almond Court2 bedroom semi detached bungalow,double glazed, gas central heating,detached garage, walking distance ofSpeke retail park, no chain
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Sutton Kersh 0151 207 5923
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Indie three-piece The Enemy’s latest tour rolls into Liverpool’sO2 Academy early this month. Your Move caught up with
drummer Liam Watts to find out about the band’s third studioalbum and what the future holds for this talented trio.
We’ve read that you originally formedThe Enemy back in 2006 because youwere bored. Where did your inspirationto get together come from? I think wewere at that age where you have to startmaking real decisions, you start gettingresponsibilities and you start feeling thepressure a bit. At the time we all had jobs,but were finding ourselves increasinglybored and frustrated. We'd all played a bitbefore, were good mates and music was abig part of all our lives. We basically had achat about how we wanted to give a band aproper go. We genuinely had the belief thatwe could make something of it and wehaven't looked back.It wasn’t long after the band formedthat your first album, ‘We Will Live andDie in These Towns’, went to numberone in the UK. It must have beenexciting to suddenly hear your musicall over the radio? Looking back it didall happen so quickly, but we didn't knowany different and were so up for it. I don'tthink there was any stopping us. I firstheard us on the radio on Zane Lowe’sFresh Meat. He plays three bands and hislisteners choose a winner. I didn't know wewere on it but he had played two bandsand I thought, “we're better than them!"Before I knew it he was playing our firstever demo. Me and my mate looked at eachother and he nearly crashed the car.
He pulled over and we were absolutelybuzzing! We won and it’s one of myfavourite memories!What was it like being propelled intothe music industry and seeing such afantastic response as a young band?The first time round it was all new to us,but having good people around us made iteasy for us to focus on the things thatmattered. We were writing songs about ourlives and from observing what was going onaround us in Coventry. When we startedplaying up and down the country werealised it wasn't unique to Coventry,people from all over could completely relateto us and that connection with our fans isone of the most important things to us. I don't really like using the word 'fans', its abit impersonal. But you know what I mean-real people with hearts and minds who a lotof people in music take for granted.Your latest album ‘Streets in the Sky’has been described as a mature nod toyour first album, how do you think thatthe band has evolved since your firstsessions in the studio. Sometimes I thinkwe have completely evolved and other timesit feels like the very first time all over again,and that’s a great thing. Three albums in wehave experienced a lot. We can take all thatexperience and couple it with the fact wehaven't changed as people and everythingthat makes 'The Enemy' just happened.With Streets in the Sky we realised that andeverything clicked into place.What do you make of new bandstoday? Is there anyone out there whoinspires or excites you? Not that manynew bands have made it big over the lastcouple years, but its great seeing people like
Jake Bugg doing well. New bands formingand writing their first songs inspires usThere are so many bands under the radarthat are knocking at the door and will breakthrough soon and this really excites us.Do you feel any responsibility to upand coming bands now that you’re in aposition to give them some exposure?Yeah, I think it’s important that bands lookafter each other. We were given greatopportunities by established bands whenwe were starting out that really made adifference to us. We always try and do theright thing, from giving a band words ofencouragement on twitter, to giving peoplea support slot- a little can go a long way.Drummer Tom has his ‘NEXTBiGTHING’project going where he's really putting a lotinto unsigned bands. Check it out!Do you enjoy a Liverpool audience?What can fans expect to see at yourupcoming Liverpool gig? We've notplayed Liverpool that many times, I don’tknow why but that’s why we are lookingforward to the gig so much. The crowd canexpect 100% as always, we have massiverespect for the people who come to our gigsand support us in all the ways they do. We have three albums under our belts so wewill be playing a packed set. Expect theusual carnage of an Enemy gig.What’s next for The Enemy? At theminute, we're focused on this run of gigsthen we have a little bit over in Americaand then we'll be looking at festivals. Wealready have an eye on the next album andwill be writing in between everything else.
• Catch The Enemy on tour at 02Academy Liverpool on 9 March.
INTERVIEW BYEMMAGRIFFITHS
Interview with Liam Watts, Drummer of The Enemy
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TALENT IN THE CITY
The Enemy fileD.O.B.
20/03/1986
EducationUniversity of Life
AlbumsWe Will Live and Die in These Towns (2007)
Music for the People (2008)Streets in the Sky (2012)
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he walk to theMalmaison hotel alongthe city’s waterfront inthe current climate iscertainly bracing, but
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Over a mouth-watering three courselunch at the hotel Imeet Claire Jarvis,Redrow’s sales director whotells me about Redrow’supcoming involvement in the2013’s First Time Buyer Show.
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Both feeling the need for somewarming comfort food Claireopts for a roasted red pepperThai broth soup to start whichshe says ‘is lovely with a definitewarming kick’.
Seated in between a smallwedding reception in theboutique room and a coupletasting food for their upcomingnuptials in the private kitchenroom, we are certainly in goodcompany in the restaurant.
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amilies and children descended upon theLiverpool Anglican Cathedral for some welldeserved half-term animal craft fun.
Children busied themselves colouring in andconstructing animal head-dresses, masks and snakemobiles.
Representatives from Victoria Gallery were also onhand to show attendees various taxidermy animalsfrom the gallery and the museum’s collection.
This event was the last in a series of events aimed atkeeping children occupied during the half termholidays. Previous days at the Cathedral had seenchildren creating owl necklaces, magnets and tiledecorating
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