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Latest news from Strike
At Strike, we love property just as much as you do, here's our latest take on what's happening at Strike and in the UK property market.
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We strike gold at the ESTAS — again
Strike is named estate agent of the year at the ESTAS awards, based exclusively on votes from existing customers.
Strike is officially nationwide
Strike puts agents on the ground in London — and all around the country. We're officially nationwide.
What does the new budget mean for home buyers?
The latest budget has some big wins for home buyers, with the Stamp Duty Holiday extension and 5% mortgages, but not everyone may make the deadline. Here's what it means for you.
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Everything is impossible until it's not: September edition
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Your August market update from Strike
Was it the stamp duty holiday driving prices? What does the drop in transactions really mean? We've got it all in your August market update.
Everything is impossible until it's not: August edition
In this month's Everything is Impossible series, we look at how a $100,000 check changed the way we search forever.
Your June market update: Deadlines & delays, but no slowing
The end of the stamp duty holiday looms and Help to Buy hiccups, but the market is still strong.
What the pandemic has really changed for home sellers
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Your May market update
Price increases, stamp duty holiday demand, and falling rents — we talk you through this month's headlines.
Your April update: New Help to Buy and 5% deposits launch
What are the changes to the Help to Buy? Why are we hearing about 5% deposits *again*? Strike is here with your April market update.
The most affordable places to live in the UK
What's the most affordable place in the UK? There are a lot of lists out there, but we help you make the right choice for you.
Selling a house in a slow market
How do you sell your home in a slow market? We've got three key insights to help you stand out from the crowd.
Why won't my house sell?
Feel like your house won't sell? You've got some options.
The most varied property price on your street
We’ve found the roads with the biggest property price variation in different cities across the UK. Does your street make the list?
Will the stamp duty holiday be extended?
Will the stamp duty holiday be extended? When does it end? We talk you through what we know so far.
What happens when my mortgage holiday ends?
Millions of people took out mortgage holidays — so what happens now that they're ending?
What is Generation Buy?
The Prime Minister says he plans to turn Generation Rent into Generation Buy — but what does it mean for you?
Catchment areas: moving home for a good school?
What catchment area are you in? Can you move to be near a better school? We've got you covered.
How much deposit do I need for a mortgage?
Is a 10% deposit enough? How much deposit do I need to secure a mortgage? We've got your back.
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It's Zero Waste Week — and we could live our lives a little greener. We've got some easy tips for going zero waste at home.
When there are two offers made on the same house
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Easy ways to increase your property value
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Top 5 selling points to emphasise to buyers
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Where you can find the best deals and most luxurious properties.
5 key selling points for your property listing
97% of buyers now search online — so make your listing count.
Pricing your property in Manchester
Manchester's property market is booming at the moment.
What to do when you’ve got multiple offers
Congrats - a bidding war! Here's how to play it best.
Eco homes in the UK
Eco-friendly houses are good for your wallet and the environment.
Property influencers you should follow right now
You can find a wealth of amazing property resources on social media.
What's a property valuation?
Everything you need to know about home valuations.
What the UK wastes on estate agents - Estate Agent Fees 2020
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