Journal
What’s actually happening across Bradford, Halifax and the villages, written by the person who does the viewings, not a marketing department.
Moving With Kids: Timing a Sale Around the School Year
Selling up when you've children in school takes a bit more planning. Here's how I help Bradford families line up a move around term times and admissions.
Stamp Duty: From War Tax to £16bn a Year
Stamp duty is more than 330 years old and still going strong. Here's where it came from, what it costs to move home in 2026, and why buying around Bradford stacks up.
Why Over-Pricing Your Home Costs You in Bradford
A tempting asking price feels like a good start, but in this market it often costs sellers time and money. Here's how to price your Bradford home right first time.
How to Choose an Estate Agent (What the Fee Really Buys)
Cheapest isn't always cheapest. Here's what a low estate agent fee often leaves out, and why paying a fraction more can make a real difference to your sale.
Small Jobs That Add the Most Value Before You List
You don't need a full renovation to sell well in Bradford. A handful of small, sensible jobs often do more for your asking price than a costly extension.
The Summer Slowdown: Why Bradford Goes Quiet in the Holidays
Viewings always drop off once the schools break up. Here's why the summer lull is normal, what it means if you're selling in Bradford, and how to use the quiet weeks well.
What's Selling in Bradford Now, and What's Sitting
A ground-level look at the Clayton, Queensbury, Wibsey and Halifax-side market this summer, from someone selling homes here every week.
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