22/05/23
The process of finding a new home can be incredibly overwhelming, especially if you are looking to relocate. Knowing what to look for in a new location is important, and if you have a family, or are thinking of starting one, considering schools in the area is essential.
03/04/23
A property valuation is an assessment, that is carried out, in order to determine the estimated value of the property at that time.
28/02/23
How are rules around EPCs changing, and how will they affect you as a landlord? The number of legal requirements for your property as a landlord can be overwhelming, especially when they get changed regularly. It is important to keep up with any amendments to avoid being penalised or losing the ability to sell your…
04/01/23
As a landlord, investments into your property will have been expensive. It, therefore, makes sense to maximise your assets in order to increase your rental property income.
04/12/22
Energy Efficiency is a key factor home buyers are looking for when selecting a potential property. There are multiple ways you can make your home more energy efficient, which in turn is better for the planet, and can save you money. Here are our Top 8 Ways to make your house more energy efficient. LED…
22/11/22
Earlier this year, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt, announced Stamp Duty cuts that will remain in place until 2025.
03/04/23
A property valuation is an assessment, that is carried out, in order to determine the estimated value of the property at that time.
04/01/23
As a landlord, investments into your property will have been expensive. It, therefore, makes sense to maximise your assets in order to increase your rental property income.
04/12/22
Energy Efficiency is a key factor home buyers are looking for when selecting a potential property. There are multiple ways you can make your home more energy efficient, which in turn is better for the planet, and can save you money. Here are our Top 8 Ways to make your house more energy efficient. LED…
04/10/22
If you are looking to move to a new area, there are several aspects you may want to consider before finalising the location.
03/05/22
If you are looking to sell it is important to know what homeowners consider when looking for a new house.
03/01/22
Several factors are considered when a property valuation is ordered by a surveyor or agent. Many of said factors are out of the homeowner's control.
22/05/23
The process of finding a new home can be incredibly overwhelming, especially if you are looking to relocate. Knowing what to look for in a new location is important, and if you have a family, or are thinking of starting one, considering schools in the area is essential.
06/05/19
Newmarket, known otherwise as horseracing HQ, is a quaint market town with a history steeped in the royal sport of horseracing. But don’t let that stop you from looking to buy or rent in the town or surrounding areas, you certainly don’t have to be a horseracing fan to enjoy living there!
10/10/17
East Anglia is a beautiful area to live. The rolling countryside, picturesque coastal areas and iconic cities, which include Cambridge, makes the region a hotspot for buyers. If you’re thinking about moving to the area, we have created a guide to some of the best places to live across East Anglia. Cambridge and the Surrounding…
26/05/16
Newmarket is the home of horseracing, and the headquarters for Thoroughbred breeding, and this year it’s celebrating a huge historical milestone, the 350th anniversary of horseracing. But did you know that Newmarket, and the towns surrounding it, is an ideal place to look for affordable and attractive property in East Anglia? With strong links to…
13/11/15
Cambridge is a hotspot for buyers across the country. Take a look at some of the city’s key stats to see what’s going on with property in Cambridge: The average house price in the area is £394,662 Cambridge house prices are more expensive than nearby Cherry Hinton and East Chesterton, but cheaper than Trumpington…
13/08/14
Morris Armitage is delighted to announce that they have won the exclusive marketing contract for 14 brand new, 50% shared ownership, homes. Morris Armitage is working in partnership with the Cambridge Housing Group on the new builds, located in Impington. The village of Impington is conveniently situated 3 miles north of Cambridge and is connected…
22/11/22
Earlier this year, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt, announced Stamp Duty cuts that will remain in place until 2025.
03/09/22
The Bank of England is in control of the ‘Bank Rate,’ which is more commonly known as interest rate. An interest rate indicated the cost of borrowing or saving.
14/03/19
Presentation is key! First impressions count. Emphasise space. Try and de-clutter as much as possible. Maximise light. Open curtains/blinds and doors. Minimise buyer worries – There’s no need to spend a fortune, but do carry out necessary minor repairs beforehand. Viewings – Be as flexible as possible, and keep your agent informed if there are…
14/03/19
Buying a home, whilst an exciting time, can also be one full of stress and dread, no matter if your dream home is waiting at the other side. But, announcements this weekend could make the process of buying a house far less stressful. Morris Armitage are here to tell you the top 5 reasons why!…
27/09/17
Did you know burglaries increase by up to 20% over the winter months? With Christmas coming up, homes are often left vacant for events with family and friends, shopping trips and winter breaks. You’ve also probably starting filling your home with the latest gadgets and gifts. If this sounds familiar, we’ve created a guide to…
23/03/16
If you’re looking to ensure that your investment strategy is strong, then it’s essential to diversify your assets. Diversification within your investment portfolio means that the risk you carry within investments is lessened. It stops you from putting all your money into one opportunity, and potentially losing it all if the worst were to happen.…
02/08/16
Following on from last month’s blog asking what Brexit means for tenants, this month we focus on what it might mean for landlords. There are a number of ways in which landlords could potentially be affected by the UK’s decision to leave the EU, but as we previously mentioned, no-one can predict what will happen…
20/02/16
We’re predicting quite a bit of change for buy-to-let landlords in the coming months. This is a result of the governments views on the buy-to-let market, crowding home-owners and reducing opportunities for first-time buyers to get on the property ladder. Despite this, the market demand is increasing as people look for a low-maintenance lifestyle. We’ve…
04/02/14
Landlords are urgently required! We have extended our offer for landlords from January to the end of February. Morris Armitage are offering landlords property management fees of only 7.5% for fully managed houses. This offer only applies to the Kings Lynn and Cambridge offices. Our offer was set to run until the end of January…
09/02/16
Morris Armitage offer a great rate on lettings within the Cambridge area. For a competitive 7.5% (plus VAT) for full property management for all properties starting tenancies before June 2016. We offer a bespoke fully managed service to oversee all of both parties needs. Whether you’re looking for occasional upkeep or a more thorough service,…
06/01/15
We are incredibly proud of all our achievements in 2014, and with a record breaking year behind us we are sure 2015 is going to be equally as fantastic. Here at Morris Armitage, we love what we do, and believe our commitment to selling and renting properties is unquestionable. Looking forward to another great year…
02/12/14
Morris Armitage is incredibly pleased to announce that we are on course to sell over 800 properties this year, for the first time in our history. Our rental department has witnessed a further growth this year, with numerous landlords taking advantage of our handy online landlord portal that provides advice and guidance to our customers.…
07/11/14
All of our seven offices, throughout our extensive network, have enjoyed a successful October, with buyers still out in strong numbers. If you’re considering taking advantage of the booming housing market, it’s not too late in the year to consider selling before Christmas. Please contact your local branch and speak to one of our experienced…
01/07/14
Morris Armitage offices in both Newmarket and Burwell are celebrating after smashing records to make June their best ever selling month! Across our seven offices the market has remained incredibly strong as we power through the summer months; but this does mean we need more houses to sell. For those contemplating moving, we offer a…
28/02/14
With the housing market continuing to spike upwards throughout the first quarter of 2014, the overwhelming confidence in the property market has put houses within the Cambridgeshire and Suffolk area in high demand. In celebration of this exciting news, and the opening of our most recent branch in Bury St Edmunds, the team at Morris…
22/09/16
As renting property is outweighing purchasing in the UK for the first time since the 1930s, it might be that you’re one of our customers who are looking to rent in the local area. If you’ve never rented before, or even if you have, it’s worth compiling a bit of a checklist for when you…
29/10/15
The cost of buying or renting a home is rising fastest in the East of England as confirmed by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) last week. A typical home in the East increased in cost by 8.3%, whilst overall UK house prices have increased by 5.2%. Further more, rent in the East of England…
21/07/15
We are experts in the rental market with more than 50 years of combined experience in property. Not only do we have a specialist team of property consultants who can advise those looking to invest in the rental sector, but our online portal provides advice and guidance to those looking to start or grow their…
02/10/14
The rental market continues to produce superb activity in all our offices and is set to grow further in the year ahead. At Morris Armitage we have specialist property consultants who can advise and help those considering investing in a property for the rental sector. Helping you to secure the best homes for investment, our…
15/12/20
Buying or selling a home is a complex process that has been complicated even further due to the ongoing global pandemic. The introduction of a new tier system has brought a lot of uncertainty around the property sector and whether any sales can continue to go ahead. Below we have summarised the guidelines to give you everything you need to know about moving home in the tier system. Please remember advice is changing daily and we will continue to monitor the situation.
20/11/20
The Government announced a Stamp Duty holiday earlier this year set to continue until March 2021 in an attempt to help the property market recover from the harmful effects of coronavirus. Whether you are a first-time buyer or are considering a move from your current property, we’ve included everything you need to know about this announcement below.
04/10/20
Superficial faults will not directly affect the value of your property but may deter potential buyers and prevent your property from selling at its desired price. Below we discuss some quick and easy ways to avoid this and instead help to get the best offer on your home.
18/09/20
Buying a property is often the largest investment you will make in your lifetime. It is important to ease yourself into the process by planning in advance when viewing potential homes. Below we discuss some key factors to consider when searching for properties to help you get the most out of your viewing.
27/09/17
Moving house can be a stressful time with some big decisions to make, but ensuring your house is desirable and appears at its best is key for enticing potential buyers to make an offer. Below are 10 top tips to ensure your home is ready for viewers: Make sure it’s clean Now, we know this…
09/04/16
At Morris Armitage we’re valuation experts, surveying thousands of houses each year for our clients, across our locales. For first time sellers, you might wonder, what exactly are we looking for when working out a house’s worth? There are many factors at play when valuing a property, but these can be split into two areas…
30/10/15
Nick Plumb is an estate agent in Newmarket at Morris Armitage. He has been part of the team since 2007 and explains what it’s like to be Director at a company with such a great team ethos: “I am responsible for the valuations of properties through the Newmarket and Burwell area. I take measurements and…
28/10/15
James Armitage is co-founder and managing director of Morris Armitage. James’ passion to succeed and his dedicated work ethic plays a key part in driving the Morris Armitage team forward. James has shared what it’s like to set up a business and grow it to success. “Before we established Morris Armitage, I used to work…
15/10/15
We caught up with Simon Morris, co-founder and managing director at Morris Armitage to learn more about what it takes to run one of the region’s top estate agents. “At the young age of 21, I opened my first estate agents in Bury St Edmunds. Never one to rest on my laurels, I came across…
28/02/23
How are rules around EPCs changing, and how will they affect you as a landlord? The number of legal requirements for your property as a landlord can be overwhelming, especially when they get changed regularly. It is important to keep up with any amendments to avoid being penalised or losing the ability to sell your…
31/07/19
If you are a first-time buyer and you are starting to make plans for the big move, take the stress away with our simple 5 steps to help you get through it with minimal worry!