We are delighted to be the appointed selling agents for this exceptional development, and even more pleased to confirm that 10 of the 15 plots are now sold subject to contract or completed by Hunt Roche. Only 2 plots remain at this sought-after site, with prices starting from £375,000 for a beautifully designed three-bedroom home. A limited-time […]

Bank of England Cuts Base Rate to 4.25% As of 8 May 2025, the Bank of England has reduced its base interest rate by 0.25 percentage points to 4.25%. This marks the fourth rate cut since August 2024, aiming to support the UK economy amid global trade uncertainties. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐘𝐎𝐔? Mortgage Holders: […]

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 […]

Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ recent autumn budget provides important information for first-time buyers looking to enter the housing market in 2025. The budget confirms that the government will not scrap the planned stamp duty changes nor introduce an extension to the current rates of first-time buyer stamp duty relief. This decision means that first-time buyers should […]