One thing I have been asked about on a couple of occasions recently is the subject of property extensions. In particular – what kind of value will an extra bedroom and reception room add to a property and how much will it cost? Well the basic rule of thumb in terms of expense is that you will spend approximately £1000 per square metre which includes the basic plumbing and electrical work. A double storey extension does not usually cost twice as much, as the foundations are obviously already laid. On top of that there are the usual fees in respect
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Monthly Archives January 2011
Its all relative…
Although we are all aware of the doom and gloom portrayed in the media in relation to the property market, the reality is not as bad as it may first appear. Whilst prices may have decreased slightly due to a rise in the amount of properties on the market, this means that not only is there a greater selection of homes for buyers to choose from, but any decrease in the sale price of your own property will be mirrored in the price of the property you intend to purchase, thus making it all relative. In addition, the recent increase
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