Wed 11 May 2022
After the frenetic post-lockdown activity levels of 2021, the festive break was a welcome breather for all at Hollands Smith and enabled us to recharge the batteries for the New Year. Following strong gains in prices and unprecedented volumes of transactions it was reasonable to assume that the market would calm down.…
Fri 31 Dec 2021
As 2021draws to a close the emphasis – unfortunately – again turns to the worrying spread of the new Covid-19 variant and the potential impact this will have on our enjoyment of the festive period. If you’re a member of the current Government you’ll no doubt party regardless, but we won’t dwell on that for now. Over the last eighteen months the housing market has been particularly bullish. As a local agent, we’ve experienced significant increases in property prices which has been consistent through all price ranges. On numerous occasions, the disparity between supply and demand has resulted in multiple offers for many properties coming to the market. In these instances, initial asking prices have been exceeded by, in some cases, considerable margins. …
Fri 10 Dec 2021
To celebrate the launch of the new website, Hollands Smith ran a Young Photographer competition. The prizes included donations to the winning entry’s PTA or school, a featured spot on the website as well as a Waterstones voucher! Rob Smith, director of Hollands Smith explains: “We are so proud of our town and would love to share that with the world - so following in the footsteps of the lovely photography on our new website, we want to see what local children can do!…
Mon 17 Feb 2020
It’s safe to say that 2019 was an interesting year! Continuing concerns over Brexit uncertainty pervaded the market and, with a General Election thrown in to the pot as the year came to a close, many buyers and sellers decided to stay at home. …
Thu 05 Sep 2019
With national newspapers, The Guardian and The Sunday Times now championing our area, it won’t be long until the secret is well and truly out - Bedford's Castle Quarter is one of the best places to live!…
Sat 25 May 2019
The guide for first time sellers....and for anyone who hasn’t done it for a while! Much advice is bestowed on first time buyers about to embark on their most expensive acquisition but what of first time sellers - those who bravely took the plunge, invested their hard earned…
Thu 28 Feb 2019
Historically, the property market doesn’t fare well in the midst of political and economic uncertainty. In the current climate and, on the uncertainty scale of 1 to 10, we’re undoubtedly in double figures as parliament lurches from one Brexit debacle to another. …
Wed 12 Jul 2017
SIMPLY not like other estate agents – as Hollands Smith celebrates its 25th anniversary it is a motto the business is proud to live up to.…
Fri 23 Dec 2016
As we approach the Christmas festive period it's traditionally the time to reflect on the events of 2016. So what were the significant developments for the market this year and what could lie ahead in 2017?…
Wed 25 May 2016
On 24th June 2016, Simon Hollands and three fellow golfers will be teeing it up at 5am to complete four rounds of golf (72 holes) in one day in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support.…
Fri 22 Jan 2016
The longer days and arrival of blossom on the trees typically signals busier times for estate agents as movers make plans to sell and buy.…
Fri 08 Jan 2016
A Happy New Year to all of our existing and former clients!…
Mon 22 Jun 2015
They did it! On Friday 19th June, Simon Hollands and three golfing pals successfully completed the Longest Day Challenge – playing 72 holes of golf under competition conditions in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support.…
