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Stories About Selling
Why is my house not selling?
Selling your home is a difficult process... here are the seven deadly sins which could be putting off potential buyers.
Q&A: Should I take my property off the market?
We all know that to sell a home you need neutral decor and no clutter - but what if you're doing that but there's still no interest?
Home buying: have you been gazanged?
More home sales falling through when seller gets cold feet and decides to stay put, says new study.
Seller numbers on the up
The number of people selling their home rose in June to its highest level in more than two years, according to new figures out today.
House-hunters reveal their biggest annoyances
A survey has revealed the most significant sources of irritation and concern for house-buyers and sellers.
Market stagnant as most homes not selling
Seven out of ten houses put up for sale since the start of the year are still on the market, according to new figures released today.
Proportion of failed property transactions rises
The proportion of house sales that fall through has increased over the past three years. Find out why.
The seven secrets of fabulous property photography
Buyers usually decide whether to view a property based on the photos. Make sure yours are doing your home justice with our handy guide.
How to choose an estate agent to sell your house
When selling your home, it pays to spend time researching local agents to ensure you get the best fit. Here's what to ask them.
RICS: Housing supply up as buyer demand levels out
The monthly survey found cautious optimism when it came to house prices but concern over lack of mortgage availability.
How to add value to a luxury home before selling
Owners of high-end houses need to up the ante to sell in this market. Here, experts explain what the wealthiest buyers are looking for.
Sellers return to UK housing market
February saw an encouraging jump in the number of homes for sale, but long-term stability could still be a way off.
Homeowners drop asking prices in effort to sell
The typical discount has risen to more than £18,000, with buyers regularly paying around seven per cent less than the original price.
Property auction website launches in Ireland
Irish investors will now be able to buy and sell homes at auction over the internet.
Job cuts weigh heavily on property market
Lack of confidence in the UK economy is having a "depressing effect" on Britain's housing market.
New online UK property archive is launched
A major property website has launched a new facility which allows users to see house details never previously available.
Sales of property in Scotland slump
The number of properties being sold in Scotland has dropped dramatically - though some regions have fared better than others.
UK house prices rise 91% in a decade
The average asking price has rocketed by £78,000 since the turn of the century - despite the effects of the economic downturn.
Property prices rise faster in the North
Between 2000 and 2010, the cost of a typical northern home more than doubled, while house values in the South increased by just 75 per cent.
'Discreet' sellers return to London homes market
Prime London properties are fetching premium prices as an acute shortage fuels off-market sales in the capital.
Outlook improving slightly for Portuguese property
Buyers' confidence appears to be picking up, but the overall picture remains bleak for the Portuguese housing market.
Monday is the most popular house-hunting day
More online property searches are done on Mondays than any other day - and one search site has reported record traffic this week.
Strong start to 2011 for UK property market
New applicant registrations were up 25 per cent at the start of January 2011, compared with the same period last year.
Scotland: Highlands house prices increased in 2010
The Scottish property market saw sales "bounce back strongly" in August, prompting a modest price rise over the year as a whole.
The only way is up for US property prices in 2011
The American housing market has hit rock bottom and should start recovering soon, according to one overseas property specialist.
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