Leading property Nicholas Leeming today called for an end to all the major political parties exploiting housing and the property market as a political see-saw - as the latest figures from the Land Registry shows a monthly price decrease of 0.8 per cent.
Nicholas Leeming, Chairman of national estate agents Jackson-Stops & Staff, with 44 offices nationwide, blamed the cooling in the London market on political uncertainties and the risk of higher value property taxation. London saw a monthly increase of 0.2 per cent, although the annual increase is the highest at 11.3 per cent.
He said: "Our politicians are indulging in see-saw politics, causing confusion and uncertainty among homeowners and investors. Many vendors are failing to adjust to current market conditions with unrealistic guide prices and this has resulted in the number of property transactions reducing substantially. International buyers are showing caution and some will not commit to purchases for as long as the outcome to the election remains in doubt."
Nicholas Leeming welcomed the news that the economic upturn is continuing to deliver good news to areas outside the capital. He said:" The market outside London is seeing increased activity with values up by an average of 0.8 per cent in the South-east as the regional economies prosper, the cost of mortgages remain low and confidence feeds through into this sector.
"Higher value properties outside London are also affected by political uncertainties: sales of between 1 2m and above remain slow with values reflecting more limited demand."
"Outstanding customer service, friendly professional sales and letting staff...such extensive knowledge too. The best estate agency I have ever dealt with. No matter how busy, they try their upmost to respond to enquiries promptly."
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"Excellent communication throughout and very friendly professional team."
FOR THE BURNHAM MARKET OFFICE
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Outstanding
"Toby, Guy, Freddie and Trudy in the Mid-Sussex Jackson Stops office were outstanding in shepherding the sale of our home. If you are looking for a professional, ethical, efficient and friendly estate agent to work with, I highly recommend talking with them. Thank you for restoring our trust in estate agents!"
FOR THE MID SUSSEX OFFICE
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Trustworthy, Experienced and Knowledgeable
"We can highly recommend Nick of Jackson-Stops, who we found to be very trustworthy, experienced and knowledgeable. He went above and beyond to help steer us through our property purchase to a successful completion. We would definitely contact him again regarding any future property transactions in Yorkshire." N D-M
for the Yorkshire office
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Marketing Is Superb
"We have used Jackson-Stops twice now to sell our houses. The team are experts, with each member having a specialist role and in depth knowledge. Marketing is superb, from start to finish. Attention to detail in comprehensive brochures with wonderful photography. Thank you."
FOR THE ALDERLEY OFFICE
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Exceptional Service
"James and Ria gave me an exceptional service with selling successfully. Huge experience and knowledge, friendly and ultra helpful. Totally trustworthy and I can highly recommend them! Thank you so much."