Buying and Selling

June is almost here (hopefully bringing with it some sunshine!), but first it’s Spring Bank Holiday weekend. If you’re looking to make plans (whilst staying COVID-safe), there are plenty of outdoor activities and days out in the local area.

According to the Office for National Statistics, UK house prices have seen the highest annual growth rate since 2008’s financial crisis. Yorkshire & the Humber has seen the highest increase across England, with prices soaring by 14% in… Read More

With many landlords now wishing to sell their rental house, we are often asked for advice on the process, especially when the property is tenanted.

During last week’s budget, Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced the government will be introducing 95% mortgages from next month. The move will allow first time buyers and home movers to purchase a property with a 5% deposit. Last year Boris… Read More

The government announced an extension to the current Stamp Duty holiday during yesterday's Budget – brilliant news for those just starting or currently in the process of buying and/or selling a property! The current nil rate band on… Read More

We’re delighted to announce Emsleys Estate Agents has won not one, but TWO gold awards at The Guild of Property Professionals Awards 2021. Congratulations to our brilliant team!

The UK is in a third national lockdown, but house moves can still take place. To save you money on moving over the next few months, we’re offering two great savings. 20% off conveyancing fees* Take 20% off conveyancing fees with our… Read More

The government has announced a new national lockdown following a public address by Prime Minister Boris Johnson on 4th January 2021. The lockdown is expected to be reviewed on 15th February 2021. In contrast to the national lockdown in… Read More

The government announced a local lockdown in Leeds on 25th September. Following Boris Johnson’s announcement on Monday 12th October, Leeds has been placed in Tier Two – households cannot mix indoors and the rule of six applies outdoors. If… Read More

The government has announced welcome changes to Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) with immediate effect. The changes will apply until 31st March 2021 and will boost the housing market following the UK's lockdown.Buyers looking to purchase a… Read More

We are now open to the public by appointment only. The government has lifted restrictions on property valuations and viewings, so we’ve put a number of measures in place to protect our clients and our team. Property valuations In addition… Read More

From Wednesday 13th May, lockdown measures have been eased to allow house moves and property viewings to resume. The news is welcome for the many thousands of people whose moves had been put on hold due to the pandemic. The new guidance… Read More