Property market news, property in the West Midlands

Raising the city living standard Oct 26 2007

Marsya Lennox reports on a new scheme that will take city living to new heights of luxury.Read

Single-storey ups and downs Oct 19 2007

Estate agents try to avoid the "b" word if they think it might upset their clients. Can a house be single storey without being a bungalow? Marsya Lennox reports.Read

Choose your agent carefully Oct 05 2007

Warwickshire agent Brian Holt warns "buyer beware" when it comes to choosing the right company to sell your home.Read

Duo tempted by Flour power Sep 28 2007

Two project managers at Smiths Flour Mill in Walsall have delivered the ultimate product testimonial, each buying a personal share in the scheme.Read

Buyers turn their backs on HIPs Sep 14 2007

Home Information Packs came into force this week but, as Marsya Lennox discovers, potential buyers are just not interested in them.Read

Bournville goes green Sep 07 2007

A period eco home is about to be unveiled in Birmingham. Marsya Lennox looks at what will be one of the UK's first.Read

Brits living the dream abroad Aug 31 2007

John Duckers meets a managing director who has invested in a holiday home in Crete.Read

A new home in the sun Aug 31 2007

As new figures indicate Britons are leaving the UK in record numbers, Marsya Lennox meets a Midlander who has delved into the overseas property market.Read

Top tips on buying abroad Aug 31 2007

Maria McLaren, founder of McLaren International Properties in Lichfield, offers some expert advice on purchasing hot property abroadRead

Greener homes for the city Aug 24 2007

Marsya Lennox looks at one housebuilder's move to promote environmental awareness.Read

Buying a student flat for your child Aug 10 2007

Is it worth buying a new apartment for your child's university years in Birmingham? If so, where and when should you buy?Read

Gay quarter in the pink Jul 27 2007

The future of Birmingham's gay quarter looks a rosy shade of pink, according to city property experts.Read

Birmingham snubs low-cost housing Jul 20 2007

Birmingham is building homes for people who need something affordable, but the take-up is worryingly low, reports Marsya Lennox.Read

An easier step on to the housing ladder Jun 22 2007

Brand new apartments in the city centre can still be had for under £100,000, if you know where to look.Read

Don't make mistakes over HIPs Jun 22 2007

The U-turn on introducing Home Information Packs (HIPs) has left home-owners confused. Richard Carroll, a residential property lawyer at law firm Mills & Reeve, explains the position.Read

City living for families Jun 08 2007

Much-needed family homes are being created in Birmingham, writes Marsya Lennox.Read

Building blocks in the Midlands Jun 04 2007

Homebuyers could end up paying the price of a freeze on planning consent in some of the Midlands' more desirable areas.Read

Taxman cuts into your garden profit Apr 09 2007

But before you get excited at the prospect of making money by selling off your garden, check what the likely tax situation is going to be.Read

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