Driven by record low mortgage rates (remember them?), bolstered by a Stamp Duty Holiday and boosted by a so called “race for space” – with out-of-area buyers competing with local home movers, property prices here in the Greater Exeter Area escalated rapidly to record highs. So, where are they now? ...

Is now a good time to put my Greater Exeter Area property on the market? It’s a question we are often asked – particularly at this time of year, as the days get shorter, the temperature drops and people’s attention shifts towards the festive season. But the answer is that a property will sell at any time of year and whilst things may be a little quieter in the late autumn and winter months, demand remains steady and those who are actively looking will have less to choose from. Certainly ...

Six ways to help ensure pre-sale home improvements will pay you back When it comes to selling, if you want to appeal to the most buyers and achieve the best price, taking the time to prepare your property before marketing can pay huge dividends. However, spending too much on improving your home simply to sell it can be a real mistake and you may not get back what you spend out. Kitchens and bathrooms can often be two of the most common areas to overspend and depending on the size of you ...

Adapting to a changing market, Wilkinson Grant & Co. have launched a series of new initiatives to help eager sellers secure a quick sale and also assist those who might find themselves in a broken chain. Agency Principal, Roger Wilkinson, says “With the balance having shifted from the frantic ‘seller’s market’ of the last few years, to a more steady ‘new normal’, the days of escalating house prices are now behind us. Whilst the market here in this part of the South West - part ...

Are you looking to sell a home in Greater Exeter in 2023?If you are – talk to the agent that is best placed to help you achieve the best result.Do you know which agent sold the most homes in 2022 in Greater Exeter between £350,000 and £3,500,000* and has consistently done so for over two decades whatever the market conditions?According to Rightmove, in 2022, Wilkinson Grant & Co accounted for almost one in every five properties between £350,000 and £3,500,000 sold in Greater Exeter and ...

Why styling your home to sell is well worth the effort - whatever the market conditions. Home styling doesn’t have to be difficult or expensive and adding the ‘wow’ factor to your home could be simple and fast to do. If you’re feeling inspired and keen to get started here’s our top 10 tips to present your property to sell.1. Kerb appealOften, prospective buyers will do a drive-by before even booking a viewing – and they’ll certainly take a good look outside before stepp ...

Is it time to downsize? Over the years, at Wilkinson Grant & Co. we have seen many individuals, couples and families wrestle with this issue.  And in that time we’ve helped hundreds of clients to plan ahead and move swiftly and smoothly when the time comes to take action. We’ve also seen some people leave the decision too late, or leave it for others to make it for them. Downsizing Guide Our Guide to Downsizing looks at the pros and cons of downsizing to a smaller home, or to a ...

Building a healthier home for you, your community and the planet. Committed to building communities in healthier, climate resilient developments, Exeter City Living don't just build houses, they develop homes built to last. Exeter City Living homes are designed to promote resident wellbeing, provide outstanding air quality and comfort at a fraction of the energy costs and carbon emissions of other homes. A profit-for-purpose company, owned by Exeter City Council, Exeter City Living is focus ...

What's happening in the greater Exeter area property market since the infamous mini budget? Well if you believe what you read in some of the media, you might think the market may have cooled rapidly from the moment the former Chancellor, Kwasi Kwarteng, announced his calamitous mini-budget. No doubt, in some parts of the UK, that may well be the case – but here in the greater Exeter area the local property market is still very much alive and kicking, according to Roger Wilkinson, Managing D ...

Wilkinson Grant & Co Ltd are one of 40 businesses that helped Hospiscare mark their special anniversary in 2022. The team joined the Hospiscare 40 Club which aimed to collectively raise over £40,000 to help ensure the continuation of vital care, now and in the future. “As supporters of Hospiscare for many years, we were delighted to be invited to join the 40 Club” says Wendy Aspland of Wilkinson Grant & Co. “Our staff were excited about getting together to have fun and raise ...