Wishing you all a Very Merry Christmas & Happy and Healthy New Year. We look forward to helping you move in 2026. From all the team at Hunt Roche THINKING OF SELLING IN 2026? Use our instant online valuation tool to give you an idea of your home’s value or give us a call to arrange a more accurate […]

We are delighted to serve as the headline sponsor for this year’s spectacular fireworks display, organised by the Southend Round Table. The Big Beach Bang is Southend’s premier fireworks event, taking place every November at East Beach in Shoeburyness. Attracting thousands of visitors, the evening offers an unforgettable mix of entertainment and community spirit. Every […]

Our little Hunt Roche Lettings car has been zipping around town – helping landlords and tenants across the local area! Whether you’re looking to let your property or need expert management, our friendly team is here to help every step of the way. Pop in and see us at 170 The Broadway, Thorpe Bay, Essex, […]

In 1995, Ian Hunt & Shaun Roche opened the doors to their very first office – driven by passion, hard work and commitment. Fast forward to 2025 and we’re proudly celebrating three decades of serving our amazing community with the same passion and commitment we had on day one. To our incredible clients, supportive colleagues […]

The Bank of England has announced a 0.25% reduction in the Base Rate, bringing it to 4.5%, in its first decision of the year. This follows a period where the rate was held at 4.75% in December, after two cuts in 2024. The Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meets every six weeks to determine interest […]

House hunting is an exciting journey—imagining your furniture in the living room, planning cosy dinner parties, and picturing life in a new space. But amidst all the excitement, there’s one crucial question many overlook: How much will it cost to run this home? With energy costs still high—and expected to rise again in the spring […]

Wishing you all a Very Merry Christmas & Happy and Healthy New Year. We look forward to helping you move in 2025. From all the team at Hunt Roche  THINKING OF SELLING IN 2025? Use our instant online valuation tool to give you an idea of your home’s value or give us a call to arrange a more accurate […]

Freezing water in pipes is a significant concern during cold weather, as it can cause pipes to burst due to the expansion of water as it turns to ice. Here’s a breakdown of why this happens and how to prevent it: Why Pipes Burst When Frozen: Water Expansion: As water freezes, it expands by about […]

The recently released analysis from Rightmove indicates that first-time buyers in more expensive regions of England are making a push to purchase properties before the upcoming stamp duty changes take effect on 1st April 2024. This is largely driven by the Autumn Budget announcement that the stamp duty exemption threshold for first-time buyers will drop […]

The Bank of England has lowered the base interest rate by 0.25 percentage points, from 5% to 4.75%. This adjustment, the second rate cut in four years, is creating ripples across the mortgage market as lenders respond by revising their rates downward. The Bank of England’s decision to reduce the base interest rate has led […]