Property

Handbag taken from property in Exeter

Police are appealing for witnesses after belongings and cash were taken during a burglary at a residential property on the Killerton Estate, in the Hele area of Exeter.

Offenders entered the home through an insecure window sometime between 2pm and 2.45pm on Thursday 11 May, while the resident was out.

The offender managed to escape having taken a handbag containing cash and cards from the kitchen table.

Residents in the area are asked to remain vigilant and to remember to keep their property secure, including keeping windows closed when they are out.

Anyone...

House prices rising firmly in South West

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 05/11/2017 - 6:05am

Momentum is continuing to ebb in the South West housing market as both newly agreed sales and buyer interest remains flat in April. The results of the RICS UK Residential Market Survey, April 2017, general consensus point to new instructions continue to drop in the region. Anecdotal evidence cites a lack of choice; uncertainty due to the calling of an early election; and the ramifications of stamp duty changes as factors hampering activity.

The lack of choice for would-be buyers across the South West is still a key issue and in April new instructions remained negative for a third...

Historic foundation stone at The Point marks the end of Exmouth Quay development

The Mayor of Exmouth, Cllr Brian Cole, joined Chris Fayers, Director of Exeter-based Eagle One Homes to unveil the historic dock foundation stone, from the original 1886 offices, now embedded in The Point at Exmouth Quay.

The completion of The Point brings the quay full circle and marks the 20-year transformation from run-down, derelict dock area to vibrant waterside community.

The Point apartment complex has fourteen waterside apartments with a mix of two and three bedroom homes arranged over four storeys. The building has two stunning penthouses with expansive glass walls...

Mortgage lending is easier for the first time since 2014

Authored by Aeg214
Posted: Wed, 04/26/2017 - 5:59am

Those looking to get onto the property ladder in Exeter and Devon will be happy to hear that it is easier to get a mortgage right now than any time since 2014.

After the housing crisis, mortgage lending standards became unreasonably tight for many years. The inability to source a mortgage has been an issue particularly acute among first-time buyers.

However, the tide appears to be changing as research has shown that nearly a third of mortgage brokers hadn't encountered any problems sourcing mortgage for any type of client in the latter half of last year. This figure was up...

SW property industry must unite to end homelessness, says RICS

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 04/06/2017 - 11:20am

The South West’s land, property and construction sectors must collaborate better to help end rising homelessness and deliver more affordable homes, says the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

The professional body is asking those who work in the industry to pledge their support for its ‘A Home For Cathy’ campaign, which aims to deliver solutions to alleviate the country’s affordable housing crisis.

RICS – which sets professional standards in the land, property and construction sectors – launched its ‘Home for Cathy’ campaign at the end of last year to coincide...

Redrow West Country Extends Sales Team

Authored by Gill Vosper
Posted: Thu, 04/06/2017 - 9:21am

Redrow, one of the UK’s leading house builders, has extended the sales team of its West Country Division to support the firm’s growth plans across Somerset, Devon and Cornwall.

Michele Jones has been appointed Area Sales Manager to take responsibility for a portfolio of new and existing Redrow sites while Clare Mitchell has been promoted to the role of Trainee Area Sales Manager.

Michele brings 11 years’ experience in the field, having previously worked as a Connections Manager and Area Sales Manager at Linden Homes. With an expertise in lead prospecting and database...

Exeter’s Simpkins Edwards launches new brand for digital era of accounting

Exeter-based accountancy firm Simpkins Edwards has unveiled a new look for its six offices, with the introduction of fresh new branding that reflects its growing range of digital and online tax solutions, as well as its focus on specialist sectors. Launched ahead of its 50th anniversary next year, the new brand has been developed and designed by Crediton-based design agency, All Saints. Adrian Hemmings, partner at Simpkins Edwards LLP, commented: “The introduction of our new branding signifies our focus on making tax easier and more efficient for our clients. This is important as over the...

Five Exeter building projects shortlisted in Michelmores Property Awards 2017

Authored by Michelmores
Posted: Thu, 03/30/2017 - 11:34am

Five Exeter building projects have been shortlisted in the 2017 Michelmores Property Awards which celebrate outstanding property and construction projects in Devon, Somerset, Bristol, Dorset and Cornwall, across ten categories.

The Met Office's High Performance Computer Complex was shortlisted in the category of Public Project of the Year and Building of the Year, whilst the Exeter Cricket Ground Development was shortlisted for Commercial Project of the Year.

Meanwhile, the Cranbrook & Skypark District Heating Scheme, was shortlisted under Sustainable Project of the...

Redrow West Country donates over £45,000 to local charities

Two Devon charities will be able to carry on providing vital support and lifesaving work thanks to donations from house builder, Redrow West Country.

The Devon Freewheelers, the volunteer emergency vehicle drivers who transport blood and other samples to hospitals across Devon, and the Get Changed Theatre Company, the specialist theatre company for adults with learning disabilities, will each receive £23,464 and £21,725 respectively raised by Redrow’s West Country division to help support their work.

The impressive charity donations were fundraised by Redrow staff and sub-...

Local suppliers appointed for The Point interiors

Authored by Mandy Pearse
Posted: Mon, 12/05/2016 - 11:25am

A trio of Westcountry firms have been appointed to help fit out waterside apartments at The Point, Exmouth.

A hallmark of all the apartments developed by Eagle One Residential at Exmouth Quay has been the commitment to high quality finishes and contemporary design.

Chris Fayers, Director of Eagle One Residential explained: “The opportunity to source bathrooms, kitchens and interior design locally is testament to the strength of this sector in Devon and Somerset. We demand top quality for our homes and are delighted to be able to continue our relationship with these...

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