
Why Is Didsbury So Popular With First Time Buyers?
04/05/17
Didsbury is proving extremely popular amongst first-time-buyers despite surging prices in the area. With the average Didsbury property costing around £320,000, it’s one of the most expensive suburbs in Greater Manchester. However, these sky high prices aren’t deterring new buyers who are usually known for having a tighter budget and opting for properties at the lower end of the market. In fact, 42% of all properties sold in the area were bought by those taking their first step on the ladder, more than double the national average. Rob Kennedy, director of Philip James Kennedy estate agents in Didsbury says the…
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A once-in-a-lifetime chance to buy a 10 bedroom Victorian mansion
03/05/17
Properties like this don't come on the market very often - never mind in one of Stockport's trendiest suburbs. Philip James in Heaton Moor has just been appointed to sell this stunning Victorian mansion, with a massive amount of potential to transform it into an…
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Let this Victorian mansion take you back in time with its stunning period details
26/04/17
Nestled in the heart of Heaton Moor, This Beautiful detached residence is steeped in fascinating history, says Marc Cox from Philip James lettings Fancy yourself as Lord of the manor? Well, this gorgeous property from the Victorian era might just be for you. Philip James Lettings…
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Increasing Number Of First Time Buyers Using Bank Of Mum And Dad
18/04/17
Thanks to skyrocketing property prices, rising living costs and a lack of wage growth, first time buyers are finding it harder than ever to purchase their own home. People in their twenties and thirties are struggling the most and the problem isn’t exclusive to those…
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Our Top Tips For Buying In Manchester City Centre
07/04/17
The property market in Manchester City Centre has never been stronger. Thanks to a combination of luxury penthouse apartments and trendy studio flats, properties in the city are selling at a record breaking speed. As a result, snapping up a city centre property for yourself…
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Manchester Is Thriving In Britain’s Property Boom
24/03/17
House prices in Manchester are rising faster than anywhere else in the country, according to property analytics company Hometrak. With Manchester prices increasing at a whopping 8.8% per year, even the capital is lagging behind with a growth of just 5.6%. Although Manchester is benefiting…
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Reddish sees its popularity soar
23/03/17
Following the investment in Stockport's regeneration, neighbouring Reddish is becoming more popular with buyers, says Philip James Wilson's James Armitage. With millions of pounds of investment being poured into the regeneration of Stockport town centre, the nearby suburb of Reddish is becoming an even more…
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Welcome to India House!
22/03/17
From 7% Return! Philip James are delighted to announce the sale of a fantastic investment opportunity, India House, in Ashton. A great opportunity to purchase a substantial property consisting of a studio flat, 3 x 1 bedroom flats and 2 x 2 bedroom flats. The…
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To rent or buy in SK4: we look at the pros and cons
08/03/17
Danny Kyles, senior manager at Philip James Wilson, talks us through the pros and cons of renting or buying within the SK4 region of Manchester We’re incredibly lucky in The Heatons to have such wonderful housing stock, across a large postcode area, with plenty of…
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With guidance from Philip James our rent role increased by £40,000 per annum
27/02/17
JULIAN WOOD HAS MORE THAN 35 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN THE PROPERTY MARKET AND TELLS US ABOUT HIS TIME AS A LANDLORD WITH PHILIP JAMES I’ve been in the property market for 36 years, first and formally as an estate agent in the north west and…
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Online Vs. Local Estate Agent
22/02/17
Using an online agent can save you money but can you trust them to handle what is probably your most important financial transaction? The main attraction is lower fees but as with most things in life, ”you get what you pay for” says Franca Carbone,…
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Ever considered getting into the student letting market but not sure how?
21/02/17
NEIL RYDER TALKS TO LOCAL LANDLORD, JOHANN ROWAN, ABOUT HOW HIS EXPERIENCE SO FAR WITH PHILIP JAMES STUDENT LETTINGS HAS GONE DOWN... Philip James prides themselves on providing their clients with the highest level of customer service. With more than 15 years’ experience within student…
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Philip James Wilson continues to play a part in our Heatons community
07/02/17
By Greg Davies, branch manager at Philip James Wilson We’re incredibly lucky in The Heatons to have such good primary and secondary schools, along with a fantastic community and so many beautiful and attractive period homes. One of the most important factors for many…
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