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19/09/19 - Could a Downsize on Property Mean a Downsize on Stamp Duty?

A new survey via YouGov and McCarthy & Stone finds 44% of those aged 65 and over believe Government should do more to encourage downsizing.

12/09/19 - 12 Year High for New Homes Registrations

The number of new homes registered by developers is at the highest for 12 years, with the growth being driven by the private rental market. According to the NHBC, in the second quarter of 2019, 43,438 new homes were registered.

05/09/19 - London Movers Place St Albans 9th for Commutable Locations

New Rightmove data has revealed 42% of Londoners hoping to buy a home in the next year are planning to abandon the capital and buy outside the city.

29/08/19 - Government Plans to Get a Hold on Leaseholds

Prior to Robert Jenrick’s appointment, former Secretary of State for Housing, James Brokenshire, announced immediate action to prohibit Help to Buy being used to support leasehold houses.

22/08/19 - British Property Awards 2019: St Albans Win Gold!

We are very proud to confirm our St Albans office have officially won Gold at the 2019 British Property Awards! Likewise winning in 2018, the win signifies the team’s consistently outstanding performance throughout the judging period.

15/08/19 - Should you leave The City for The Garden City?

"All the advantages of the most energetic and active town life with all the beauty and delight of the country” said Victorian visionary, Ebenezer Howard.

08/08/19 - Nominate Your Charity Now For Life’s Great Causes…

Every year, as well as being actively involved in numerous events and patronising local charities, we fundraise £10,000 for our annual ‘for life’s great causes’ campaign.

03/08/19 - You’re in good company with Ashtons

It’s been a busy few weeks with Boris Johnson now in place as Prime Minister and his resulting Cabinet reshuffle. We have two new faces for housing.

01/08/19 - Ashtons are Ahead of the Competition in Expertise

We are proud to announce we now have 21 members of staff that are qualified Members of the National Association of Estate Agents or Association of Residential Lettings Agents

25/07/19 - England’s Hidden Housing Crisis

The Royal Institute of British Architects’ (RIBA) newly released report, ‘A home for the ages: Planning for the future through age-friendly design’, highlights the importance of well-designed, purpose built new homes

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18
2019

Maddie Thompson

Jon-Paul and Jennie have been the ultimate dream. Always on top of emails and communication was outstanding.

Sep
16
2019

Joe Phillips

Purchasing through Ashtons was a good experience. The staff are extremely professional and a pleasure to deal with.

Sep
14
2019

Dr Christie

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12
2019

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10
2019

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08
2019

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06
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04
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29
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