High demand for property continues, says Connells

The branch team predicts home buying activity will continue to remain high in the coming months following a very buoyant 2013 which saw greater numbers of more active and motivated buyers entering the market.

As part of its national network of estate agency branches, Connells recorded almost 30 per cent more buyers registering an interest in buying a property.

This increase in demand resulted in a 21 per cent increase in viewings of properties for sale and increased competition amongst buyers vying for the homes available to buy.

Connells branch manager Natalie Alves said: “Although we certainly started to see the green shoots of housing market recovery towards the end of 2012, 2013 saw a significant resurgence of activity, especially from buyers.

“Access to mortgage finance and the Help to Buy scheme instilled confidence in the market with buyers taking advantage of the increased opportunity to buy a property.”

With 2014 well underway, Connells anticipates it will be another very busy year for the branch. The beginning of the year is traditionally a more active time in the property market as sellers often wait until the New Year to market their homes.

Natalie added: “We are very optimistic about the year ahead. The team has already had lots of interest from buyers so we are urging anyone with a property to sell to take advantage of this as soon as possible.”

If you have a property to sell and would like to book a free market appraisal with Connells, contact the branch on 01926 403308 or email: [email protected]