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Today I've got the ultimate fixer upper to show you, so it's over to Norfolk we head, for a closer look. We'll need to be quick though, there's no time to waste as it's up at auction later this week!

I'm sure that like myself, you'll not need more than a quick glance at the front elevation of this fabulous five bedroom farmhouse to see that it's pretty substantial... dating back to the 16th Century, this Grade II listed property has charm by the bucketload, and that's before you even step through the front door!

Ideal for those keen to live or invest in a rural area, this wonderful fixer

Auction House London says the plans announced by the Chancellor in the Government’s latest Autumn Statement represent “a bruise rather than a body blow” for the auctions sector. In his speech on Wednesday, George Osborne announced an additional three per cent stamp duty on buy-to-let properties and second homes, which would raise an extra £1bn by 2021.

He said that this money would help pay for 400,000 new homes and new ‘help-to-buy’ initiatives, with up to £60m going to help home-buyers in places where holiday homes have forced up local prices. Auction House London Auctioneer Andrew

A property auction can be a thrilling and efficient way to sell property fast, and secure a guaranteed sale.  Some of the benefits include:

  • Exchange contracts on property auction day
  • Sale guaranteed upon fall of the hammer
  • 10% deposit paid immediately
  • Completion within 20 working days
  • Maximises sale value

Although property auctions have historically been used for sales of repossessed homes, they are growing in popularity amongst vendors of all kinds of properties looking for quick sales. Using a property auction is the fastest way to sell. If you want a quick sale or have

Leading land brokers Aston Mead have criticised the plans announced by the Chancellor in the Government’s latest Autumn Statement.

In his speech on Wednesday, George Osborne announced an additional three per cent stamp duty on buy-to-let properties and second homes, which would raise an extra £1bn by 2021. He said that this money would help pay for 400,000 new homes and new ‘help-to-buy’ initiatives, with up to £60m going to help home-buyers in places where holiday homes have forced up local prices. Aston Mead Director Charles Hesse said: “On the face of it, these changes may appear to be

A charming smallholding in a sought after rural location in Worcestershire raced away from its guide price to sell for £526,000 at a public auction last month.

Rushmoor, Crowle Road, Tibberton, Droitwich, which has a guide price of £350,000, went under the hammer at a collective property auction held by auctioneers Halls at Stone Manor Hotel, Kidderminster on November 12.

The  property  lies  in  the  middle  of  the  two most  favoured villages of Crowle and Tibberton with both villages offering superb local facilities. The property also enjoys easy access to the historic city of Worcester

Sutton Kersh looks set to sell close to £40 million of property during 2015, pointing to a sturdy recovery in the City Region market.

So far this year the auctioneers have sold more than £33million of property with one auction left, on December 10th.

Cathy Holt said: “The figures for property sales this year point to a confident market, with lots of properties changing hands and considerably more investment in property during 2015. So far this year we've sold 415 properties, and with one auction left to go we look set to reach a total of £40 million in property sales.

“Our final auction of the

Purchasing a house or flat at auction can be a great way to bag a bargain. As well as being a quick and relatively hassle free way to buy a home, no driving around viewing endless houses, no negotiations, and no last minute fall through if the house sellers get a better offer, the auction process is easy. You simply look through the auction catalogue, find a property you like, arrange a viewing and do some research, and show up prepared on auction day – here’s a few tips to help you on your way:

1. Find auction houses that sell properties in the area you’re looking in. London auctions have

The sale of Old House in the centre of Brentwood town at auction has exceeded its guide price of £700,000 – with the gavel finally lowered on a winning bid of £910,000.

The Grade II-listed building, in Shenfield Road, was sold by Savills in London, earlier this month.

The property, which needs complete refurbishment, was sold freehold with vacant possession.

Brentwood Borough Council leader Councillor Louise McKinlay said ahead of the sale: "The sale will ensure there is proper investment to bring it up to a high standard so that it can once again be a building that is used and one which we

Today we are off to Hampshire to take a look at a fab 4 bedroom family home that is ready to move right into, needing nothing more than perhaps a fresh lick of paint.

This charming property has lots of character both inside and out. There is loads of space for off road parking to the front and the back garden is large and well laid out, but with plenty of scope to make your mark should you choose to put a little time and effort into this fantastic space.

Inside this is a home that needs very little effort to imagine living in. The floors, walls, large windows, etc are all well cared for and

A semi-detached house with serious fire damage that went up for sale for £1 has sold for £21,000 at auction.

The guide price for the fire damaged property on Brangwyn Road, Tredegar, started at just £1 as the property had no reserve.

The property was described as the ultimate "fixer-upper" after it was ravaged by fire and only has a small section of its roof remaining, but could be worth £50,000 with a makeover.

The long list of problems looked set to put off many buyers, but that was not the case at last month's Paul Fosh auction in Cardiff and the property was snapped up by after fierce