Lancaster Centre Studio Apartment with 7.3% Gross Return
This week’s 60 second investment comes from Mill View House in the popular Aalborg Place development in Lancaster. It has an excellent location right next to the canal and local restaurants and bars as well as easy…
Why didn’t Lancaster House Prices Crash in 2023? – The Lancaster Property Blog
As I review the performance of the Lancaster property market in 2023, it’s evident that despite the challenges, the housing sector in Lancaster has shown remarkable resilience. At the beginning of the year many commentators suggested house prices would drop…
Could the 19.1% Saleability Drop in the Lancaster Property Market Might Impact Your 2024 Home Moving Plans? – The Lancaster Property Blog
The Lancaster housing market, like many others, has experienced a notable shift in 2023. The percentage of home sales agreed and moved (completed) compared to those withdrawn from the market unsold has decreased relative to 2022. At JDG we like…
The Art of Pricing Properties Right – The Lancaster Property Blog
As we stand at the threshold of 2024, facing economic uncertainties and a shifting housing landscape, the significance of correct pricing in Lancaster’s property market has never been more pronounced. This comprehensive guide delves into the crucial aspects of property…
Families across the UK look to rent smaller homes – The Lancaster Property Blog
It’s December. And despite all the festive frivolity, we have been chatting with local landlords who are planning to expand their portfolios in 2024. A big focus has been on what is renting? On one hand, we…
Christmas Hits and UK and Lancaster Property Prices – The Lancaster Property Blog
As it is December we thought we would share some fun Christmas facts with you and today it’s about Christmas Number 1’s and how property prices have risen in that time. It all started when Craig told the team that…
South Lancaster Apartment with 6.5% Gross Return
This week’s 60 second investment comes from Grove Court on Brunton Road in the Greaves area of South Lancaster. This is a fantastic first floor apartment which is well presented and recently decorated. It has a modern…
Embarking on the Landlord Journey: Insights for Aspiring and Seasoned Landlords in Lancaster – The Lancaster Property Blog
Property investment has long been a staple in British retirement planning. The introduction of the buy-to-let mortgage over a quarter-century ago marked a significant turn, presenting opportunities for dual returns: rental income in the short term and capital growth in…
Which homes in Lancaster are selling the best? – The Lancaster Property Blog
Inflation, interest rates, house prices down, house prices up … the newspapers are full of column inches on Britains second favourite topic – the property market (the first being the weather obviously!). Those of you that read my monthly market…
City Centre Apartment with 7.5% Gross Yield | Lancaster
This week’s 60 second investment comes from the popular Lune Square development in central Lancaster. The property is a top-floor, one bedroom apartment. It has been kept in excellent condition and is well maintained and presented. It…
1 Bed Duplex on St Georges Quay with 6% Gross Return | Lancaster
This week’s 60 second investment comes from St Georges Quay and is a fantastic one bedroom, top floor duplex apartment. It is well presented with a modern kitchen and bathroom and the top floor living room offers excellent views across…
The importance of restaurants in our community and where we live. – The Lancaster Property Blog
Today I want to chat with you about community life. Where we live is important. We know families value excellent local schools, open green spaces and excellent transport links. They are key reasons why people choose where they live, that…
The demand for rental properties continues to push rents higher… – The Lancaster Property Blog
Today I wanted to chat about what is driving rental prices. As letting agents we often get blamed for the increase of rents. People are struggling, homeowners and tenants alike with rising costs linked to inflation and interest rates and…
Lancaster Terrace with 6.1% Gross Return
This week’s 60 second investment comes from Westham Street in the Primrose area of Lancaster. It is a two bedroom mid terrace which is very well presented and ready for a tenant to move into. It has…
…a 300% Price Surge in 28 Years – The Lancaster Property Blog
In the realm of British suburban living, the semi-detached house has often been the subject of caricature, a symbol of safe yet uninspiring domesticity, epitomised by hit TV shows and movies like the Dursleys out of Harry Potter, the BBC…
How are Lancaster first-time buyers managing to afford to buy a home? – The Lancaster Property Blog
This week in the JDG office we have been chatting about the struggles many first-time buyers are having when it comes to being able to afford to buy a home. We’ve chatted with first-time buyers. We’ve chatted with their parents…
Q3 Rental Trends Tracker | Lancaster
Rightmove has released the latest statistics on the private rented sector in their Q3 Rental Trends Tracker. As rents continue to rise for the 15th consecutive quarter, we have to step back and take a look at…
1 in 4 Lancaster Homes are in the Private Rented Sector – The Lancaster Property Blog
As Lancaster strides into the future, the private rented sector has continued to house many of its residents. The decade-spanning 2011 to 2021 saw a significant surge in the private rented sector, a testament to the enduring appeal and viability…
The Lancaster Property Market and the importance of realistic pricing (if you want to sell) – The Lancaster Property Blog
The UK’s property market landscape has experienced a significant shift over the last couple of years. In October 2021, there were 424,809 properties for sale in the UK. That now stands at 664,780, a rise of 56.5%. Looking at the…
The Future of Lancaster House Prices – The Lancaster Property Blog
In the ever-changing landscape of the Lancaster property market, predicting future house price trends can be akin to navigating a labyrinth. The past two years have witnessed unprecedented upheaval, primarily due to fluctuating interest rates that have significantly impacted household…
Is It Time to Think Again about Landlords? – The Lancaster Property Blog
In today’s climate, it’s easy to paint landlords with the same brush – viewing them solely as money-grabbing opportunists. As a letting agency that’s part of a network of like-minded agents, we get to see the rental business’s good, bad…