Journal
What’s actually happening across Bradford, Halifax and the villages, written by the person who does the viewings, not a marketing department.
Bradford property market this autumn: Halloween, Christmas and rates
What a November interest rate rise would mean for Bradford house prices, and why selling between Halloween and Christmas can pay off. Honest local advice from Michael.
How to Choose an Estate Agent (What the Fee Buys)
Cheapest isn't the same as best value. Here's what an estate agent's fee should actually buy you in Bradford, and the questions worth asking before you sign anything.
What's Selling in Bradford Right Now (And What's Sitting)
The BD market has split in two. Some homes are away inside a fortnight, others are still up months later. Here's what actually makes the difference right now.
Selling a Probate Property in Bradford: What's Involved
Losing someone is hard enough without the paperwork. Here's a plain-spoken guide to what probate means for selling a home in Bradford, what the law asks of you, and how to market it well.
Getting Your Home Ready for the Camera
With more homes for sale than we've seen in years, your photos and video have to work harder. Here's how to get your Bradford home camera-ready before the shoot.
Why Chains Break — and How to Keep Yours Together
Most sales that fall through don't fail on price — they fail on silence and drift. Here's what breaks a chain in Bradford, and how we keep ours moving.
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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