Registering for properties
At Bennet Samways, we love matching our clients to their perfect property, and all-around Ashbourne and Derbyshire we have a selection of exclusive cottages, family homes, country retreats, town houses and character properties.
Our team of local experts know the area well, especially as we live here within the community. This knowledge enables us to help understand specific requirements, as well as saving you time looking for your next home. Just for background – the office at Ednaston Park is located centrally to our area, thus enabling us to access our area with ease. We encompass the area from Derby, west of A6 including Allestree, Quarndon Duffield, Little Eaton, Belper, Ambergate, Wirksworth and Matlock across to Hartington then south-west to Butterton to Whiston to Ellastone to Doveridge then east along the A50 until heading North East on the A516 to Mickleover, which completes our coverage area. If you would like us to market your property, and you live just outside the above areas, then we would appreciate the opportunity for a discussion.
We are different as we listen and take the time to really understand exactly your specific requirements for your property search. Everyone has different needs and aspirations, so understanding your criteria, however long your list may be, is important to us in finding your next dream home.
Sometimes you may have a long list, and it’s in these moments when we need to find out the really most important requirements, so we can prioritise these in your search. It’s all about talking to you, and listening when registering you as an applicant.
Registering with Bennet Samways is key, as we will inform you of the latest new instruction before any main websites across the UK. The main portals nowadays are often 24– 48 hours behind with new instructions. Also, our area is populated with many unique properties which often can be snapped up, so being the first to find the latest new instructions has never be so important.
Buying advice
Taking time to understand what really are your key requirements, and knowing the priority of them almost as a list of ‘must-haves’ proves invaluable. Do your due diligence, and research the local area, in finding your preferred location. This maybe driven by such factors as schools, place of work, nearness to relatives, shops & friends. Why not look at our Local Area Guide to learn what a beautiful area it is to live here.
You may have schools to consider if you’re a family, or amenities nearby if you’re looking for retirement home. We are blessed with some fantastic schools, and there is not just the Ofsted report to study, its important to visit them to really get the feeling and understanding their school ethos. Useful websites can really assist you www.goodschoolsguide.co.uk.
Your daily commute is also important to consider, especially if you to squeeze in the school run daily. Go out and drive that dummy run and see if it is feasible on a daily basis.
Of course, searching for a property on the large portals and local agents for any properties on the market. But if you want to be considered a serious buyer, then it is important to be registered directly with your estate agent to help you secure your next dream home. Where we can understand your requirements and match you to the right properties and saving time not looking at the wrong properties for you. Register with us and experience the difference.
Budgeting
Another key aspect of buying is making sure you budget correctly. You could be a cash buyer, a first-time buyer venturing into the property market for the first time, or just simply looking to upsize to cater for your expanding family. When that perfect home comes to market, and you have not checked on the latest deals or how much you can afford to borrow by way of a mortgage, this could reduce your chances of securing that property. Being ‘financially ready’ especially with some of our properties in particular locations or styles of homes can have huge demand and having that edge can make the difference.
If you have a property to sell, perhaps breaking your chain, especially when relocating into a new location. By renting not only do you become chain free, but this also enables you to learn the area so you don’t end up buying a property that you may regret. For any help in renting please visit our rentals partners, Dove Property in Ashbourne www.dovepropertymanagement.co.uk.
Choosing the right legal expert is crucial. Sometimes the difference of whether you actually purchase the property or not. The legal process can be a lengthy, and sometimes stressful process. Good quality local conveyances are available and, in our opinion, so important to have the local knowledge of the area. We believe in dealing with local businesses who can add that unique service levels and help you through the process. We are happy to recommend you quality local firms.
For buying advice, don’t hesitate to contact us at Bennet Samways and we are here to help you.