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Development set to Boost Regeneration

The opportunities for investment in property in Leicester continue to grow at a rapid pace and plans for a new multi-million-pound development could open yet more doors. The Sowden Group
Dec 03

Leicester Business Success

Leicester has made it into the top ten list of the best cities in Britain for start-up businesses, and in the first three months of this year a record-breaking 1,845
Nov 26

Keywest Directors Achieve Further Property Qualifications

Congratulations to Keywest directors, Paul McCullough and Jack Bates, who have passed their professional property exams with flying colours. Paul has passed the Association of Residential Lettings Agents (ARLA) exams, and Jack has
Nov 12

East Midland’s Sales Figure is Best in Country

The number of completed house sales in the East Midlands has reached a seven-year high, with the area seeing the biggest increase in the country over the last year and
Nov 12

Green Light for County’s Biggest Housing Development

Thousands of more homes will become available in the Leicester area over the next 15 years after a huge new planning project was given the go-ahead by local councillors. Councillors
Nov 11

Internet Connection Key to Highest Property Prices

A new survey has revealed that more than a quarter of people in the East Midlands would try to negotiate a discount on the asking price or rental figure if
Oct 28

Huge Property Profits on the Cards over the Next Five Years

If you buy a property in Leicester or the east midlands now, you could see its price rocket by around 25 per cent over the next five years, according to
Oct 22

Rightmove Infographic – October Property Trends

Rightmove’s October Property Trends House Price Index reported an increase in October of 2.6% (+£6,784) for the price of property coming to market. Their info graphic below provides a breakdown
Oct 22

New Property Legislation – Is your Lettings or Estate Agent Compliant?

New legislation has been introduced which means that from 1 October 2014 it is a legal requirement for lettings agents and property managers in England to join 1 of 3
Oct 16

Overseas Property Investment Interest Increases Selling Opportunities

There has never been a better time to put your starter home on the market with Keywest, as buyer numbers look set to be boosted by increasing interest from abroad
Oct 15