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Keep up to date with the latest property trends, market updates, Intercounty news, community activity and competitions.

A basket of blankets and an armchair in front of a fire
January 3rd 2023
While the property market tends to slow down in December, it picks right back up in January, one of the biggest selling months of the year.  This just means that you need to make sure that your property is in the best position to grab the attention of any potential buyers.
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A house in autumn
November 30th 2022
With Christmas coming very shortly, your thoughts are probably with presents and turkeys! But if you're planning to sell your house in the New Year, there's only a few weeks left to get your property marketing ready in time for the post Christmas property search boom. 
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Dog on a yellow background
November 29th 2022
Congratulations to the winner of our 'How cute is your pooch' competition!
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Someone writing in a notebook while typing on a calculator
October 3rd 2022
You may have seen a number of headlines over the past week around mortgages and interest rates, designed to get a reaction from readers.
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Stamp duty cut
September 23rd 2022
The chancellor has unveiled in this morning’s mini-budget that there will be a permanent cut to stamp duty taking effect immediately, as of Friday 23rd September 2022.  The cut is set to save home buyers thousands, with the aim to help encourage economic growth by allowing more people to move property and get more first-time buyers on the housing ladder.
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CO2 Detector
September 16th 2022
The government has published new guidance for landlords, agents, and tenants on the extended regulations on carbon monoxide and smoke alarms, which will come into force on 1st October 2022 in England.
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Selling in the summer
August 8th 2022
Longer days, lighter nights, and blue skies. Summer is a great time to put your home on the market, showing it off at its best! Here are our top 5 reasons why you should sell in the summer.
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Garden
August 8th 2022
Gardens are at the top of many home buyers’ wish lists, especially after the restrictions imposed by the pandemic which made many of us realise the value of outdoor space, no matter how small.  
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Online vs Local estate agents
August 3rd 2022
Wondering what's the best way to sell your property and confused about the difference between traditional local estate agents and online agents? Find out more with our helpful summary
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Two people in front of a moving van moving houses
July 19th 2022
Are you wanting to move home in time for the new year? If so, you'll need to be looking at making an offer on a property in the next few weeks.     
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A group of people standing near a race track
June 16th 2022
Looks like the winners of our special recognition awards had a great day out at Royal Ascot this week!
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Three people standing together holding an award
June 1st 2022
Last week saw the return of our Q1 Awards Ceremony & company meeting to not only celebrate success but to also highlight the perks of working at Intercounty.
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