Journal
All the latest news, industry insights and updates from Team AB.
Property Market – An overview
Despite a better-than-expected Q1, recent rises in the Bank of England base rate has hindered the number of sales being agreed Q2. Compared to the more normal market of 2019, buyer demand is 3% higher and the supply of property is 12% lower. Properties that are priced to reflect the current market conditions are still […]
Living in Chipping
We love the village of Chipping. There is an array of property within the village including old mill houses, character cottages, stunning barn conversions and new-build properties. This selection of properties appeals to a wide range of buyers, making this historic village a very popular place to live. Chipping welcomes tourists all year round – there […]
Meet the Lettings Team!
We proudly introduce the lead faces behind our lettings department. Here we have Jessica, our lettings manager, and Cathy and Gemma, our primary lettings co-ordinators. Together they have a wealth of knowledge and experience which ensures the department performs at a level that provides the highest quality of service to our clients – both old and new. […]
What’s wonderful about Withnell?
The picture postcard village of Withnell is situated in the middle of the scenic Lancashire countryside, with green fields, rolling hills and hedgerows in abundance. Located only a short distance from major roads such as the M65, the village boasts excellent transport links, with easy access to Preston, Blackburn and beyond. Here at Armitstead Barnett, […]
Key Mortgage Advice
You don’t need us to tell you that finances have become much more challenging over the past few months. So how can a mortgage advisor make life easier? Saving money has never been more important than it is right now. You might think that one way of cutting costs would be to cut out the […]
South Lancaster to M6 Road Scheme
Lancashire County Council , “LCC”, are currently working on a major new road network in the South Lancaster area, with the plans appearing to continue at full pace. The newly proposed South Lancaster Link Road is set to provide a new highway, bypassing Galgate village and connecting the proposed Bailrigg Garden Village (south Lancaster) with […]
Don’t forget the new rules for Capital Gains Tax on Residential Property
New rules were introduced in April 2020 that require UK individuals who dispose of residential property resulting in a capital gains tax liability to both report this to HM Revenue & Customs (“HMRC”) and pay the tax within 30 days of completion. Despite extending this deadline to 60 days for completions after 27 October 2021 […]
Japanese Knotweed – Terror in the back garden!
Japanese knotweed is becoming more prolific and is turning up in more and more places. The presence of Japanese knotweed on your property and land could potentially reduce the capital value of a property by up to 30%. Japanese knotweed can be difficult to identify. Over the last 12 months, we have identified the presence […]
The Energy Crisis – How can you benefit from it?
The Energy Crisis might have focused all of our attention in terms of costs but the source of the energy is certainly a hot topic, indeed the Renewable energy market is one of the world’s fastest growing industries and one that offers opportunities to many landowners, especially at a time when the farming landscape is […]
 The home of beautiful property welcomes Mark Bolan
Armitstead Barnett are excited to welcome Mark Bolan to the team. Mark has worked as an estate agent for a number of years predominately with a stronghold in Preston and the North. Mark is a qualified Estate Agent and a Member of the National Association of Estate Agents. Mark has sold properties across the market […]
Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI): More ways to enhance your income, productivity and the environment!
The Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) is a three year agreement and aims to improve the income of a business, enhance productivity and protect the environment. SFI can provide a steady income as payment will be received every three months providing the actions are complete. The new DEFRA announcement has shown that the SFI offer will […]
Back O’the Town Farm
Upon the Kind instructions of R Forrest Complete Dispersal sale of Tractors, Vehicles, Machinery and Deadstock. Back O’the Town Lane, Ince Blundell, Merseyside L38 6JJ Saturday 1st July at 10.30am View Sale Catalogue
