Valuation Versus Value, when selling your Chelmsford Home
Estate agents’ market valuations are usually free, and because of this, it is very tempting for prospective sellers to invite a number of agents to comment and then select the…
Let your Chelmsford property Shine!
As a landlord you’ll want to minimise the time your property is empty between tenancies (what we call the void period) so it is essential that your property is looking…
Keep your agent onside: our top 5 tips
When your house is on the market, good communication between you and your estate agent is really important. Without communication, there can be no trust, and without trust, there is…
3 reasons Lego doesn’t sell houses
If you’re selling your home and have children, have you considered their impact on your viewings? As much as you love your little ones, there are a few things you…
Making an instant impression – the right way
When potential buyers come to your home for the first time, the hallway is the first room they’ll see and yet it can be surprisingly overlooked. A lot of people don’t consider…
Towels and flowers: keeping your house in show-home condition
I know this may not be practical but once you are on the market, try to keep your home spick and span, and beautifully tidy. Buy fresh flowers, and keep…
Your pricing strategy; what you need to know
The final decision to make before you are ready to launch your home to the market, is the asking price. There are several factors to consider when setting your price:…
It’s Not Just About Selling When Selling Your Property in Chelmsford
Many estate agents put substantial emphasis on their ability to find a buyer, and they highlight this as a primary reason to sell through them. However, we believe in going…
How does your home smell?
Today I thougth I would touch on a delicate subject. While your home might be flawless in your own eyes, there are certain things that can instantly put buyers off.…
Why you need a For Sale board
Afternoon, I hear many reasons against having a for sale board: it’s a security risk; we don’t want our neighbours to know; we don’t want people to knock on the…
How to add value without dropping your asking price
If your home is on the market already, and you’re not getting serious interest from buyers, one option is to drop your asking price. However, it’s not the only option:…
Viewing Etiquette
When a buyer views your home, they can bring more than dreams and visions with them: the bottom of their shoes can leave a lasting reminder of their visit! Asking…
Stephen Frost FARLA ANAEA Hi, and thank you for visiting this blog. I have been in the Chelmsford Property market since 2008, owning and running with my excellent colleagues, the Martin and Co office in Chelmsford. I am also a Buy to Let Mortgage Adviser helping Landlords like you. I have always shared my thoughts on the local property market in Chelmsford with my landlords, but now I want to share with everyone in the town. On this blog, John and I will talk about what is happening in the town's property market itself, even looking at specific streets or housing estates. At other times, we will post what we consider decent buy to let deals. Some will be on the market with me (as we also sell property), but others will be on the market with other agents in Chelmsford. We like to look at the whole of market and give you, what we consider the best investment opportunities.I am a very experienced Estate Agent and a Fellow of ARLA (The Association of Residential Lettings Agents). I have 25+ years’ experience in the local Property Market, starting as a Trainee Sales Negotiator for a Corporate Agency. Working my way up through the ranks I have spent my entire working career in the Customer Service Industry. Born in Chelmsford, I am married with 4 Children. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with the family, playing golf and going out for a run!
