Monthly Archives: May 2011

Shared Equity Success For First Time Buyer

Posted on May 16, 2011 by OPPE News

First time buyer Joanna Herrington, an auditor at Gravesham Borough Council, has taken advantage of Countryside Properties’ Shared Equity offer to purchase a one-bedroom apartment at Horizon One, in Gravesend, Kent. The company’s Shared Equity scheme is enabling first time … Continue reading →

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Countryside Properties Show village Success at Priors Green, Takeley

Posted on May 16, 2011 by OPPE News

Countryside Properties has successfully launched a new show village consisting of five beautifully furnished show houses, all with landscaped gardens, at The Thatchams in Priors Green, Takeley, Essex. Five homes have sold in the first week. The variety of property … Continue reading →

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British Benefit From Buyers’ Market in Cape Town

Posted on May 16, 2011 by OPPE News

It is a classic buyers’ market in Cape Town with properties taking 19 weeks on average to sell and then with only 15 % of vendors achieving their asking price. This is good news for foreign buyers who account for … Continue reading →

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Eastmuir Primary Displays its Green Credentials

Posted on May 6, 2011 by OPPE News

Pupils at Eastmuir Primary, Barlanark, are flagging up environmental awareness thanks to the donation of a flagpole from award-winning housebuilder, Bellway Homes, which proudly displays’ the school’s Eco Green Flag Award.

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Tying The Property Knot But Plan a Get Out

Posted on May 5, 2011 by OPPE News

Buying a property with somebody else is seen by many as one of life’s significant milestones. However, as with any big financial commitment, time should be taken to weigh up the options and consider the implications of things not going … Continue reading →

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