The Property Exchange

Property commentator Anne Ashworth talks to Winkworth CEO Dominic Agace and Anthony Emmerson of mortgage brokers Trinity Financial ahead of Jeremy Hunt’s March budget.  In the current more subdued property market, there are some signs of improvement with mortgage costs coming down from their peaks.  But what are the steps the housing sector needs from the government to get housebuilders to build more and make it easier for first-time buyers, as well as stopping buy-to-let landlords leaving the sector, making it even tougher for renters?

Rents for houses and flats in London have risen to record levels, as landlords pull out of the market following a loss of tax relief and tightening regulation.  There are stories of dozens of disappointed applicants for every property in some areas.  How long can this continue before tenants are simply unable to afford to pay more?  Property commentator Anne Ashworth talks to Winkworth CEO Dominic Agace about the broader trends, and for some tales from the front line we hear from Rupal Patel, director of Winkworth Shepherds Bush, and Adam Stone, lettings manager at Winkworth City and Clerkenwell.

In this episode, the Winkworth team questions whether some of the doom-laden forecasts for house prices in 2023 are justified.  CEO Dominic Agace and Development and Commercial Director Adam Stackhouse join property commentator Anne Ashworth to chew over the various trends, with insights into what’s really going on at grassroots level.  Will the continuing shortage of stock in the market help counterbalance the effects of the weaker economy, leading to steadier prices than many expect?

Seven seconds is apparently the average amount of time it takes for a potential buyer to either fall in love with a property – or want to walk away.  So is it worth ‘staging’ your property like they do in America to get a better price?  Property commentator Anne Ashworth hears from Charles Erwin of Winkworth’s Notting Hill office about what some of the UK’s most demanding buyers are now looking for, while Ollie Gershfield of Flyp, the business that works with Winkworth offices and clients to add value before a sale, gives his top tips on the smartest moves to get a quick sale at a higher price, even if your budget doesn’t stretch to thousands 

The disastrous Truss/Kwarteng mini-budget in late September sent shockwaves through the economy, with interest rates rising sharply and many mortgage offers being withdrawn by the banks.  In this episode, property commentator Anne Ashworth is joined by Winkworth CEO Dominic Agace and Head of Developments and Commercial Investments Adam Stackhouse, to look at what is emerging from the gloom, after most of the measures were quickly reversed.  What is the state of the property market now, have things settled down or will we see further price falls in 2023?

This time, we focus on the impact on the property market of The Elizabeth Line, the new east-west London rail link, and in particular for Reading – right at the line’s west end.  Property Commentator Anne Ashworth talks to Winkworth CEO Dominic Agace and James Hathaway, who heads up Winkworth's Reading office.  Post-pandemic, do good transport links still play such an important part in the home-buying decision? 

London’s most desirable villages are located close to the heart of the city, and boast green spaces, lively high streets and strong communities as well as gorgeous homes.  What are the latest trends, and what are buyers looking for when they gravitate towards areas like Maida Vale, Fitzrovia and Covent Garden?  Property Commentator Anne Ashworth gets an in-depth guide from Rod Heffernan of Winkworth West End, and Neil Soam from Winkworth St John’s Wood and Maida Vale.

Is a renaissance taking place in the High Streets and commercial districts of London and other cities, or will rising interest rates wreak havoc? Property Commentator Anne Ashworth hears from Winkworth CEO Dominic Agace and Adam Stackhouse, Head of Developments and Commercial Investments about the outlook for offices, shops, warehouses and mixed-use schemes. What types of commercial property are experiencing strong demand, where is the market headed - and what are the opportunities for private investors, as an alternative to buy-to-let?

More and more of us seem to want to live beside the seaside. Coastal towns have always been popular, but as property commentator Anne Ashworth finds out from Winkworth CEO Dominic Agace, the mental health and wellbeing benefits are now coming increasingly to the fore. Richard Blake from Winkworth’s Dartmouth office takes us on a virtual tour of his area, and explains why Brixham is the new cool spot (or hot-spot). 

Living near one of London’s green spaces has become more popular than ever before. Property Commentator Anne Ashworth speaks to Winkworth CEO Dominic Agace about what’s driving the increasing price premiums post-pandemic. They are joined by Steve Brown, head of Winkworth Blackheath, to take an in-depth look at the area’s appeal - as we hear about some unexpected sporting and historical facts.