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GUIDE ... tohome improvement

Creating storage space is one homeimprovement always worth doing. If

you’ve run out of possibilitiesindoors, how about expanding

outdoors? Having a storage shed,workshop or log cabin in yourgarden is cheaper and more

convenient than renting a storageunit. Screwfix (www.screwfix.com)has a big range of garden buildings,ideal if you’re looking for an Easter

weekend DIY project.

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If you’re on a budget, you may have to choose which homeimprovements to do as a priority. Julia Gray looks at some of thebest investments you can make

ADDED VALUE: Planning your extension or maybe you would prefer a loft conversion

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YOU do homeimprovements tomake your homemore suited to yourlifestyle and taste,

but unless it’s your foreverhome, you may also beinterested in what would makeit more sellable and valuablewhen you come to sell.

Often, the homeimprovements that most appealto buyers are also the ones thatmake your home moreenjoyable to live in, which isgood news all round.

Adding living space is one ofthe best ways to improve yourhome and increase its value.

If you’ve outgrown yourhome and you can make itbigger by building anextension or converting theloft, cellar or garage, doing thework is often more economicalthan moving to a largerproperty and gives you anopportunity to create livingspace tailored to you and yourfamily.

However, be careful not toextend your home in the wrongway.

For example, if you’reconverting the loft to create anextra bedroom and there isn’tenough living space downstairsto support the total number ofbedrooms, you’ll be making thehouse too top heavy.

In areas where parkingspace is limited, havingoff-street parking makesparking the car a lot easier, aswell as adding value to your

home and making it easier tosell.

However, investing inoff-street parking is often onlyworth doing in some areas -usually expensive urban ones.

You may need planningpermission from your localcouncil to convert your frontgarden to off-street parking,and some councils arecracking down on this, as harddriveways aren’t good fordrainage.

Click on the interactivehouse atwww.planningportal.gov.uk forinformation on what you cando without having to apply forplanning.

If you’re concerned aboutresale, it pays to ask localestate agents whether the workyou’re considering isadvisable.

They should know if you’dbe spending more than thefinished article would be worthand if you’d be spending yourmoney on the wrong homeimprovements.

Modernising a home stuckin a different decade is alwaysgoing to add value and make itmore sellable and nicer to livein, but what should youconcentrate on if you can’t

afford to do everything at once?Central heating, preferably

with a modern condensingboiler, is a must these days,especially if you’re thinkingabout selling.

Homes without centralheating are often chilly, andinstalling a new boiler andradiators is an expensive anddisruptive job, so it’s notsomething many buyers will beprepared to take on.

It’s often said that the roomsthat most sell homes are thekitchen and bathroom and,again, this is because replacingthem is expensive anddisruptive - it’s not easy beingwithout either while they’rebeing updated.

Day to day, replacing a datedkitchen or bathroom with amodern one will make a bigdifference to your life, and youcan fit a new one inexpensivelyif you have to, although it’s nothard to splash the cash.

En-suite bathrooms areanother good way to add valueand make your home lifeeasier, especially if you havekids.

You should have at least onebathroom for every threebedrooms, but when everyone’sgetting ready in the morning,

there can be a lot of pressureon that one bathroom.

This is when an en suite forthe main bedroom is agodsend. It’s also useful to havea bathroom on every floorwhere there are bedrooms, so,for example, loft-conversionbedrooms with a bathroom areusually more valuable anduseful than those without.

Few of us would update abathroom without installing ashower, because most peopleshower in the morning whenrushing to get ready, and thisillustrates how our changinglifestyles affecthome-improvement trends.

Another illustration of thisis open-plan living - whereonce separate dining roomsand kitchens were popular,now the trend is for open-plankitchen-diners/family roomswhere the whole family can betogether.

Totally open-plan livingspace isn’t necessarilyadvantageous for sale orday-to-day living, though, ashaving a formal sittingroom/quiet room as well as afamily room works well forfamilies. So get out yoursledgehammer, but don’t gomad with it.

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GUIDE ... tobuying

by JANET TANSLEY

Newdevelopmentoffersawidechoice for the family

BELLWAY Homes hasannounced it is to build adevelopment inLitherland. Church Fieldswill be created on a six

acre site and consist of a collectionof 88 properties.

The site will include threebedroom semi detached homes andthree and four bedroom detachedhomes, aimed at appealing tofamilies in particular.

Building has already begun atthe development and the companyhopes to be up and running on thedevelopment by late spring withthe opening of two show homes, soviewers can get a better idea ofwhat they may be bidding for.

Church Fields is the first site inLitherland for the award-winninghousebuilder, but it adds toBellway’s increasing developmentportfolio in Merseyside.

Although not yet on site, Bellwayhas already announced its decisionto offer a number of properties forsale early with pre-showhomeopening prices.

The offers include a threebedroom semi detached, known asthe Rufford, priced at £153,995.

There is also a selection of threebedroom detached house types forsale too. The Lansdown andWeston, are available with pricesstarting from £179,995, as well asthe Oakwood, a four bedroomdetached home, priced from£194,995.

The largest house type availableis the Oakwood, which reaches1,151 sq ft in size. It features anopen plan kitchen, with separateutility room, and dining area aswell as a spacious lounge on theground floor.

Upstairs, there are four spaciousbedrooms, including three doublebedrooms and one single bedroom.The master bedroom has en suitefacilities.

The Lansdown has a modernground floor layout, with a stylishkitchen and adjoining utility room,plus an open plan dining room andlounge. On the first floor there arethree double bedrooms and a mainbathroom. The master bedroomhas a dressing area and en suitebathroom. The property also hasfrom a single garage.

The release of the properties hasseen keen early interest with threesales secured already.

Jenny Bell, sales directordesignate at Bellway Homes, says:“Church Fields is the latest landacquisition for Bellway Homes inMerseyside and we have beenincredibly impressed with theinitial levels of interest in thedevelopment.

“The next few months will be

very exciting as build progressesand we work towards the openingof the show homes and having apresence on site.”

● For further information onChurch Fields or to register yourinterest in properties, contactBellway Homes at Orrell Gardenson 0151 521 4885.

Alternatively, visitwww.bellway.co.uk

CHOICE: Bellway Homes offer a number of style choices includingthe Pilkington house, inset above, the Weston house, inset right,many with open plan kitchen/dining room

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ABOVE: Egg candles with yolk, from £7.95 for a set of six hens eggs from Nordic House, above right, French hens fabric is£19.90 per metre from Annie Sloan, and, inset, this cute Easter chick plate is £5 at Asda

Decorating rooms forthe long Easter holidayweekend is becomingmore and more popular.Gabrielle Fagan findsout how you can addsome special touches toimpress family andfriends

WE all want to have acracking good timeat Easter and it’s alovely opportunityto decorate the

home and let the children lend ahelping hand.

Whether you want to roll out therabbit bunting, hanghand-decorated eggs on an Eastertree, or simply fill vases withbunches of spring flowers, all thosepersonal touches will make familygatherings and parties even morespecial, and add to the sense ofoccasion.

“It’s now fashionable to decorateyour home for Easter the same asyou would at Christmas, with manypeople looking for ways to make thefour-day weekend a special eventfor friends and family,” saysKatherine Mitchell, junior giftbuyer at John Lewis.

“If you’re entertaining thisEaster, decorate your tablewith fresh pastel colours andhave as a centrepiece a smallEaster tree or a glass bowlfilled with prettydecorated eggs. Add to theatmosphere with chickand bunny decorationswhich can form part ofthe clues for an Easter eggtrail.”

Informality and fun are atthe heart of the celebrationand a blend of nature anddelicate decorations works best,says Sylvia Oakley, stylist forVilleroy & Boch china specialists.

“I like to take long, fresh blossombranches and display them in anoversized glass vase. Fill the base ofthe vase with painted eggs in softspring tones – either bought on thehigh street or do them yourself.Alternatively, hang an egg off eachbranch,” she suggests.

In terms of colour, she adviseskeying into a spring palette – yolkyyellow, grass green, tulip orangeand piglet pink.

“I use a strip of astro turf downthe centre of my table and Astroturfsquares as placemats. Then Iaccessorise with small basketsfilled with daffodil heads,” shereveals.

“If you like to use a napkin ring,pop a fresh daffodil or tulip in toadd a splash of colour to a plainwhite napkin.”

She likes to involve guests in theparty by having an egg hunt foradults and children, with the first

clues written onluggage labels and hung

on the back of each chair.Choose from this basket of Easter

decor treats to make your homeready for the holiday.

NESTING INSTINCTWhat comes first – the chicken or

the egg? Definitely the hen, soconjure a delightful country stylewith Rare Breeds wallpaper, £49 aroll, from Wallpaper Direct(www.wallpaperdirect.co.uk)depicting different varieties of hen.

Alternatively, a French Hensfabric, £19.90 per metre, from theFlowers & Chickens range by AnnieSloan (www.anniesloan.com) withchickens, roosters, eggs andfeathers on a linen-look backgroundwould be appropriate.

BRANCH OUTAn Easter tree hung with

decorated eggs is an essential thesedays. White wicker tree, £15, fromJohn Lewis (0845 6049049/www.johnlewis.com).

Hobbycraft

(www.hobbycraft.co.uk) also has anEaster tree, £19.99, and thecompany has free step-by-stepproject sheets on decorating eggsand Easter decorations.

No time for craft sessions? Take ashort cut with patchwork hangingegg decorations, £2.99 each, TheContemporary Home (0239 2469400/www.tch.net).

WINGED GREETINGWreaths aren’t just for

Christmas! A rustic egg Easterwreath, £14.99, The ContemporaryHome (0239 246 9400/www.tch.net)in willow with soft feathers andauthentic-looking eggs, could be awelcoming touch on a door or atable centrepiece.

CRACKING TABLEMake the occasion more special

with new china which will be areminder of happy times long afterthe holiday’s over. The FarmersSpring collection, Villeroy & Boch(020 88756060/www.villeroy-boch.co.uk)features roosters, hens and rabbits

and a green-trimmed border. Saladplate, £22.95, and tea cup andsaucer, £25.95.

HOP TO IT!Breakfast will be a treat with egg

cups to delight children and adultsalike. Grey Rabbit egg cup, £10.95,from a selection at Liberty (020 77341234/www.liberty.co.uk) whichinclude a guinea pig, dog, cats,birds and a tiger.

RABBITING ONFollow a bunny theme with a pair

Of Wooden Bunny Ornaments,£19.99, The Contemporary Home(0239 246 9400/www.tch.net)

Villeroy & Boch has paintedEaster china accessories, a vaseand egg-shaped trinket container,adorned with a sweet bunny. Therange starts from £11.95, JohnLewis (0845 6049049/www.johnlewis.com).

Enhance a sofa with a rabbitprint cushion, £40, GraduateCollection (0845 8724919/www.graduatecollection.co.uk).

CHICK TOUCHESFluffy chickens are an iconic

symbol of the season. Accessorisewith pieces featuring clucking gooddesigns. Chickens teapot, £25,Marks & Spencer (0845 3021234/www.marksandspencer.com).

Add a ’cheep’ but cute touch witha set of Easter chick plates, £5 forsix, in stores, Asda(www.asda.com).

EGGY DE-LIGHTEgg-shaped candles with a pale

yolk-coloured inside are perfect foran Easter table. Hen Eggs, set of 6,£7.95; Duck Eggs, pair, £7.50; andGoose Eggs, pair, £12.95, fromNordic House (0845 4751610/www.nordichouse.co.uk).

RULE THE ROOSTSend a message that hens

(especially mother hens) rule theroost and accessorise with HangingHen decorations, £2.50 each, JohnLewis (0845 6049049/www.johnlewis.com).


EastermakeoverFINISHING TOUCHES:White wicker tree, £15;ceramic bunnies, £4 each;large glass bottle, £7 andsmall glass bottle, £4, allfrom John Lewis

BUNNY LOVE: This grey rabbit egg cup will costyou £10.95 from a selection at Liberty

TREE-MENDOUS: This crafted Easter egg tree asavailable from £19.99 at Hobbycraft

SIGN OF THE TIMES: This Easter ornament won’tbreak the bank at just £2 from Asda

SPRING A SURPRISEIf you’re working and it’s the

school holidays, there may be littletime to slave over decorations.Create instant impact with Eastertable accessories from TalkingTables (020 76276767/www.talkingtables.co.uk). ItsSpring Time collection, in daffodilyellow and soft pink, starts from£3.50. Range includes bunnybunting £4.80 and cake stand £7.

KITCHEN KITServe Easter Sunday roast in a

vibrant red oven-to-tableware redhen. Temptations polka dot ceramicroaster, £23, QVC (www.qvcuk.com).

SPELL IT OUTA sign saying ’Easter’ in

colourful letters could be a lovelytouch on a mantelpiece or as a tablecentrepiece. Easter ornament, £2, instores, Asda (www.asda.com).

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Perfect lawnallAs gardeners dust offtheir lawnmowers forthe year ahead, thosewho want a bowlinggreen finish may findthemselves going backto basics and sowing anew lawn. HannahStephenson reports

IF your lawn looks tired andtatty and is covered in weeds,moss and bare patches, it mightbe time to bite the bullet andsow a new one.

The advantage of sowing a lawnfrom seed is obviously the cost – itis much cheaper to sow seed than tobuy turves which may not be theexact quality you want and will alsodeteriorate rapidly if they are notlaid as soon as you have boughtthem.

You can also pick your day to sow.It doesn’t matter if the weathersuddenly turns frosty – you can justwait for it to warm up a bit. Thereis more of an urgency if you buyturf – and if you are having it laidfor you, you can’t pick and chooseyour day.

With lawn seed, you can alsoselect a number of different grasseswhich will be suitable for particularareas of your garden. If you havechildren you are likely to need atougher variety than if you justwant a velvety lawn which is rarelyset foot upon.

But remember that there is nopoint in buying a very fine gradeunless you are prepared to cut it atleast twice a week, feed it, water it

and give it all the TLC it needs.Growing a lawn from seed

requires much initial preparationof the soil. It is hard work, but itwill be worth it in the end.

You will need to dig the groundover thoroughly, to a spade’s depth.If you have a really big area to sow,it may be worth hiring a rotavator,but make sure you get rid of all theweeds beforehand. Otherwise, arotavator will simply chop uprunning roots which will thenspread, encouraging weeds tospring up all over the place.

If you have very heavy clay soil,lighten it with grit, which you needto dig in. Rotted manure or compostshould be added to light soil to giveit some substance. You can levelminor humps and bumps as you go,but if the site is seriously uneven,you’ll need to remove the topsoiland stack it somewhere, level off thesubsoil and then replace the topsoillayer.

Remember when digging that theclods need to be broken down oryour lawn will end up uneven.Trample roughly dug earth withyour feet and break up hard clodswith the back of your garden fork.

One of the most important jobswhen sowing a new lawn is toconsolidate the soil, firming the siteas you go. Walk in overlappingsteps, treading over the whole areawith your heels, before sprinklingon a general fertiliser such asblood, fish and bone or a speciallawn fertiliser. You need to choose aday when the soil is fairly dry andnot sticking to your boots.

Finally, rake over the area andremove any remaining stones anddebris, making sure that the surfacelevel is firm, with no soft spots thatwill sink later. The surface shouldhave a fine, crumbly texture. Youmay have to go over it a few timesbefore it is how you want it.

Once the soil is prepared, you are

ready to sow. It is, in fact, best tosow in late summer or earlyautumn, when the ground is stillmoist, but April is also a good time,provided you don’t do it during anexcessively dry spell. Sow at around50g per square metre and if you areunsure, practise first on a sheet ofpaper on the garage floor, markingthe area into metre squares withcanes and string.

The late, great gardener GeoffHamilton recommended an easierway of sprinkling the right amount

of seed into a set area – stand withyour feet wide apart, lean forwardas far as you can go and that’s abouta square metre.

Sprinkle two handfuls of seedover the area you are covering andthat should be about the rightamount.

Once you have scattered the seed,rake it in with a spring-time lawnrake – don’t try to bury the seed orgermination will be patchy – andthen water if it doesn’t rain within24 hours. Try to use your finest rose

on your watering can or sprinkler,though, or it will wash the seed intopatches.

You will also need to protect thenew lawn from birds, which areprone to using the seed bed as adust bath. Put up some posts withflapping strips of plastic attached tofrighten them off.

Seedlings should appear two tothree weeks after sowing, and whenthe grass is two or three incheshigh, roll it lightly using the backroller of a cylinder mower with the

PERFECT: A well-maintained lawn is every gardener’s dream

BestOfTheBunchDaisyANYONE who thought that thehumble daisy was simply a lawnweed should think again.

A large number of gardenvarieties add a splash of colour tothe front of borders and in tubsand troughs.

Among the most reliable are B.perennis, which go wonderfully inpots or beds, come in single ordouble varieties and in shadesfrom red to pink and white.

For carpeting, edging orplanting in rockeries, goodvarieties include ’Rob Roy’, whichis red, ’Pomponette’, whichproduces pompom-like blooms,and ’Monstrosa’, which has largedouble flowers in shades of white,pink or red.

They grow in any reasonablesoil in sun or partial shade,flowering between March and July.While they are perennial, they areusually grown as biennial.

Thingstodothisweek● Sow parsley in shallow drills in a damp, shadyposition.● Repot house cacti in pots one size larger than their existingcontainers. Trickle in cactus compost around the edge.● Sow dahlias, lilies, herbs and hardy annuals in thegreenhouse.● Take the insulation and horticultural fleece off vulnerablepots and tender shrubs in milder areas.● Continue to weed beds and borders and hoe anyweed seedlings before they become established.● If your pond pump and filter have been turned off duringthe winter, get them working again now.● Start feeding your fish in moderation when thewater temperature stabilises at 7C (45F).● Continue to prick out seedlings before they becomeovercrowded.● Mulch beds and borders to stop weeds in theirtracks.● Check borders for plant losses and plan to fill the gaps.● Be vigilant against slugs and snails, to protectvulnerable new foliage.● Lift overcrowded snowdrops and winter aconites beforethe leaves die down, separate and replant immediately.● Plant hippeastrums in pots for late springflowering, but keep them in a warm, humidatmosphere until the buds appear.


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GoodenoughtoeatParsley

1Make surethe plant isgoing to endup the rightsize. Check

the dimensions on thelabel to ensure it will fitinto the space you haveavailable when itmatures.

2Make surethe plant hasa good, evenshape whenyou buy it.

The flowers may maskthe overall shape if it isin bloom when you firstpurchase it.

3Check that

the foliageisn’t wiltingor damagedin any way as

this may suggest it hasroot problems causedby drying out or poorwatering regimes.

sownup

cutting head held high. This firmsdown the soil lifted by the seedlingsand encourages them to producenew shoots.

After another few days, the lawncan be mown very lightly with thecutting blade at its highest. Makesure your mower blades are sharp.Don’t cut the grass too closely inthe first year and make sure itreceives plenty of water whennecessary – and try not to let thekids run riot in the first 12 monthsafter sowing.

MOWING: Maintaining a goodlawn you can be proud of

IT’S a mainstay of thekitchen garden, perking upsalads, fish and sauces. It’seasy to grow once it hasgerminated – the secret is touse fresh seed and cover itwith fleece to keep it warmuntil seedlings appear.

Parsley should be sownthinly where you want it togrow or in small pots. Itprefers rich,moisture-retentive soil andcan be thinned in situ asnecessary. Feed the plantsevery few weeks using a

House sales reach two year highas banks free up loansUK house sales reached theirhighest level in more than twoand-a-half years last month asconfidence continued to return tothe market, surveyors said today.

The sales jump helped to sendexpectations that house prices areset to increase in the next year,soaring to a three-year high, theRoyal Institution of CharteredSurveyors (RICS) found.

Surveyors sold an average of justunder 17 homes in the three monthsto February, marking the highestvolume of sales recorded since June2010.

The sales uplift is predicted tocontinue into spring, with a balanceof 8% more surveyors expectingtransactions to increase rather thanfall back over the next threemonths.

Prices remained broadly flat,with 6% more surveyors saying that

prices had dipped rather thanincreased, continuing a trend seensince last autumn.

However, in the longer term,there is a “growing suspicion” thathouse prices are set to edgeupwards, RICS reported.

Surveyors’ expectations for houseprices in the next 12 monthsincreased to the highest level sincethey started being monitored inFebruary 2010.

The number of mortgages on themarket has increased by around athird since the Governmentlaunched a Funding for Lendingscheme last August to unblock thehousing market.

Lenders have also been slashingtheir rates to some of theirlowest-ever levels following theintroduction of the initiative, whichgives lenders access to cheapfinance.

RICS said its latest findingsshowed that the scheme may be“slowly encouraging would-bebuyers to test the market” asdemand remained steady across thecountry.

A balance of 1% more surveyorsreported rises in the number ofhomes coming onto the market,although the number of propertiesavailable for sale remains at“historically low levels”, the studysaid.

Peter Bolton King, RICS globalresidential director, said: “It’sencouraging to see that the housingmarket now appears to be pickingup across most parts of the UKdespite ongoing concerns about thehealth of the economy.

“However, even with activityrunning at its best level since themiddle of 2010, it is still well downon its pre-crisis norm.” ON THE MOVE: But sales are still well below pre-financial crisis

levels

general purpose liquidfertiliser.

Flat-leaved parsley isextremely popular thesedays, which makes a bushyplant about 30cm (12in)high. Sow regularly to ensurea fresh supply.


CHOICEAgents’ Liverpool

Crosby, oo£300,000THIS four bedroom, semi-detached househas been extended and renovated to offera delightful family home.

On the ground floor a hallway givesaccess to an attractive lounge with anelectric fire and wooden flooring.

The sitting room is open through to aconservatory, and there is a modernkitchen/breakfast room whichincorporates a range of units, breakfastbar, integrated appliances and Indianstone flooring.

A utility room completes downstairs.On the first floor are four bedrooms

(one with an en-suite), and a familybathroom.

Externally, the property boasts adriveway, garage and rear garden.● Abode, 0151 909 3003

SeftonVillage,£159,995THIS two bedroom home is located on thenew Sefton Mill Lane, Persimmon Homes’estate. The property is one of the Turnerstyle, and was completed in April 2010with a 10-year NHBC guarantee.

On the ground floor, theaccommodation comprises an entrancehall, lounge, fitted kitchen and wc.

To the first floor are two bedrooms, anda bathroom.

Outside, the property has gardens tothe front and rear, plus a driveway withspace for off-road parking. Additionalbenefits include gas central heating anddouble glazed, sash windows.

The owners have added fixtures andfittings on top of the originalspecification. No chain.● Loc8, 0151 526 0021

HuntsCross, £325,000BUILT in 1911, this four bedroomEdwardian semi-detached house offerscharacter and space.

Downstairs briefly comprises a hallway,lounge, morning room, kitchen, diningroom, and conservatory.

To the first floor is a master bedroomwith an en-suite, plus three furtherbedrooms, a family bathroom and wc.

Outside is a driveway, garage and largegardens. The current owners are in theprocess of ongoing renovations whichinclude the installation of a new boiler,new damp proof course, re-plastering ofground floor rooms, new conservatoryroof with seating terrace, new drivewayand landscaping. EPC rating: E.● Good Moves, 0151 909 3747

City centre, £115,000ENJOYING a sought-after locationalongside Liverpool Marina, this twobedroom apartment is a short distancefrom the river front.

Inside, an entrance hall gives access toa lounge with laminate flooring and patiodoors that open onto a Juliet balcony, aswell as a separate fitted kitchen.

There are also two double bedrooms(one with a fitted wardrobe), and abathroom with a white suite comprising apanelled bath with electric shower over,wash basin and low level wc.

Further benefits include gas centralheating and an allocated car parkingspace in the communal car park.

EPC rating: E.● Venmore, 0151 236 4400

Aigburth, £490,000SITUATED in an established anddesirable location, this five bedroom,executive detached house offers wellproportioned accommodation.

On the ground floor is a reception hall,cloaks/wc, sitting room, living room andspacious open-plan family dining kitchenwith a sitting area and utility room.

Upstairs are five bedrooms, one with en-suite, plus a family bathroom and wc.

Outside, a driveway provides off-roadparking and leads to an integral doublegarage. There are also gardens to the frontand rear, with the rear being mainlycovered with Indian stone and offering avariety of established trees, shrubs andflower borders. EPC rating: C.● Sutton Kersh, 0151 734 0666

WestDerby, £255,000EXTENDED and immaculately wellpresented, this four bedroom detachedhouse is located in a desirable area.

On the ground floor a hallway givesaccess to a lounge with a wall-mountedfeature gas fire and laminate flooring.

The open-plan dining room/kitchen isfitted with a range of modern units andappliances and has an open doorway to anextended family room with French doorsand Velux windows.

A cloaks/wc completes downstairs.Upstairs is a master bedroom with en-

suite shower room, three furtherbedrooms and a contemporary bathroom.

Outside is a driveway and rear garden.● Sutton Kersh, 0151 256 7837

MossleyHill, £229,950THIS well presented, three bedroom,semi-detached family home is situated ina highly sought-after area and boastsmany attractive features.

On the ground floor is a porch,spacious hallway, open-plan lounge anddining area, as well as a dining room,wood-framed double glazed conservatory,and a kitchen.

To the first floor are three bedroomsand a family bathroom.

Other benefits to the property includeits corner plot position, which offersattractive courtyard gardens, off-roadparking and a garage.

The property is available with nochain.● Venmore, 0151 733 9000

Waterloo,£495,000THIS attractive, seven/eight bedroom,semi-detached Victorian villa dates backto 1875 and has been upgraded andmodernised by the present owner.

Downstairs briefly comprises anentrance hall, shower room, lounge,dining room and fitted kitchen/diningroom with a range of built-in appliances.

Upstairs are three bedrooms, an en-suite bathroom and family bathroom, plusfour further bedrooms to the second floor.

There is also a basement with a gamesroom, bedroom with en-suite showerroom, utility room and laundry.

Outside are gardens, off-road parkingand a summerhouse which is currentlyused as a gymnasium.● Abode, 0151 909 3003


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● 4 Bedroom● Extended Semi Detached● 2 Reception Rooms● Kitchen/Diner

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Parkfield RoadAigburth

● 3rd Floor, 1 Bedroom Apartment● In the Vicinity of Sefton Park● Lose to Lark Lane Amenities● Lounge/Dining Room● Modern Kitchen● Modern Bathroom

£80,000

Crossley DriveWavertree

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£194,950

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£125,000

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Hillside RoadAllerton

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Maidstone DriveWest Derby

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City Branch Sales 01512364400Imperial Buildings, 9 Dale Street, Liverpool, L2 2SH

Orchard Hey, Old Roan£125,000

* Semi detached house * Four bedrooms *

Two receptions * Utility room (play room) *

Gardens * Off road parking * 'No Chain'

Stowell Street, LiverpoolReduced to £124,950

* Ground floor apartment * Two bedrooms* Lounge/diner * Fitted kitchen * Stylishmodern bathroom * Economy 7 heating *Attractive central atrium * EPC CurrentRating: EER: 67, EIR: 60

Upper Parliament Street, LiverpoolReduced to £69,995

* Third floor apartment * One doublebedroom * Lounge to front * Seperate fittedkitchen * En-suite Shower room * Ideal buy tolet investment * Presently tenanted via A.S.T.*EPC Current Rating: EER: 59, EIR: 52

Dovey Street, Liverpool£65,000

* Traditional mid terrace house * Twobedrooms * Modern kitchen and bathroom* UPVC double glazing * Partial gas centralheating * Available with NO CHAIN! * EPCCurrent Rating: EER: 54, EIR: 50

Cornwallis Street, LiverpoolReduced to Offers Over £60,000

* Sympathetic conversion * Second floorapartment * One double bedroom * Openplan living area * Kitchen with appliances *Good letting potential * Viewing highlyrecommended *EPC Current Rating: EER:

Navigation Wharf, Liverpool£289,950

* Three storey town house * 2 Bedrooms * 2 studies * Lounge overlooking Marina * En-suite Shower * Downstairs cloaks * Garage & Gardens * Current EPC ratings: EER 68, EIR66

Hatton Garden, LIVERPOOL£145,000

* Duplex Penthouse Apartment * Two double Bedrooms * Two Bathrooms * Fitted Kitchen* Secure Underground Parking Space * Balcony with City views * NO ONGOING CHAIN!Current EPC ratings: EER 57, EIR 63

Yew Tree Close, West DerbyReduced to £125,000

* Three bedroom semi-detached house * Cul-de-sac location * Requires modernising *Great family home * Spacious rear garden * Not overlooked from rear * EPC CurrentRating: EER: 59, EIR: 55

Hatton Garden, LIVERPOOL£172,500

* Stunning duplex apartment * Two double bedrooms * Stylish fitted kitchen * Twobathrooms * TWO CAR PARK SPACES * Balcony overlooking Atrium * External balcony offlounge

Public NoticeFlat 6, 147 Westminster Road, Liverpool L4 4LW

We would advise that an offer has been made for theabove property in the sum of £15,000. any personwishing to increase on this offer should notify the

agents of their best offer prior to exchange ofcontracts. Venmores - Imperial Buildings, 9 Dale

Street, Liverpool L2 2SH, Tel: 0151 236 4400

Coningsby Road, Anfield£59,950

* Traditional mid terrace house * Fourdouble bedrooms * Accommodation overthree floors * Requires modernisation *UPVC double glazed to the front * Ideal forfamily occupancy * Available with no chain!

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14 Gem Street, Liverpool L5 2ATWe would advise that an offer has been made for the above

property in the sum of £58,500 Any person wishing toincrease on this offer should notify the agents of their best

offer within the next 7 days. Venmore, Imperial Buildings,9 Dale Street, Liverpool L2 2SH, Tel: 0151 236 4400


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SIDNEY ROAD | L20£85,000● End Terrace House● Three Bedrooms● Two reception Rooms● Stylish Dining Room● Gas Central Heating● Double Glazing● Viewing Recommended

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CHANCELLOR COURT | L8£95,000● Ground Floor Apartment● Two Bedrooms● Open Plan Living Area● UPVC Double Glazing● Walking Distance to University● Allocated Parking● No Chain

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THE SYMPHONY | L7£110,000● First Floor Apartment● Open Plan Living Area● Double Bedroom● Part Secondary Glazing● Built in Wardrobes● Close to University● No Chain

COLLEGE DRIVE | CH63£119,950● Semi Detatched house● Three bedrooms, Loft Room● Living Room, Dining Room● Gas Central Heating● Double Glazing● Outhouse● Double & Single Garages

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HOPE STREET | L1£565,000● Grade II Listed● Georgian Town House● Six Bedrooms● Living Room● Dining Room● Two Bathrooms plus shower Room● Utility Room● Permit Parking

MINSTER COURT | L7£89,950● First floor Apartment● Two Bedrooms● Living Room● Modern Kitchen● Resident & Visitor Parking● No Chain

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SNOWDON LANE | L5OFFERS OVER £99,950● Mid Town House● Two bedrooms● Living Room● Dining Room● Close to City Centre● Garden to Rear● No Chain

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WATERSIDE | L3£159,950● Third Floor Apartment● Two Double Bedrooms● Open Plan Living Area● Stylish Bathroom● En-suite Shower Room● Timber Decked Balcony● River and Dockside Views● Allocated Car Space

ADLER WAY | L3£210,000● Penthouse Apartment● Two Bedrooms● Open Plan Living Area● En-suite Shower Room● Balcony● Water Feature and River Views● Secure Undercroft Parking Space

BOLD PLACE | L1£430,000● Grade II Listed● Georgian Townhouse● Four Bedrooms● Three Reception Rooms● Two Bathrooms● Utility Room● Private Rear Courtyard● Views of St Lukes Church

WESTMINSTER CHAMBERS | L1£99,950● Lower Ground Floor● One Bedroom● Open Plan Living Area● Close to John Moores University● Well Presented● City Centre Location● No Chain

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TUNNEL ROAD | L7£127,950● Semi Detatched House● Three Bedrooms● Living Room● Cloakroom● Rear Garden with Driveway● Front Garden● No Chain

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THE TEA FACTORY | L1£139,950● Fourth Floor Apartment● Two bedrooms● Spacious Living Area● En-suite Shower Room● Timber Decked Courtyard● Balcony with City Views● No Chain

EMERSON STREET | L8£119,950● Semi Detatched● Two Bedrooms● Living Room● Dining Kitchen● Gas Central Heating● Double Glazing● Front & Rear Gardens● No Chain

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FALKNER SQUARE | L8£799,950● Stunning Georgian Town House● Four Bedrooms● Separate Two Bedroom Annex● Contemporary Kitchen/Dining Rooms● Boasting Many Original Features● Rear Garden And Parking For Four

Cars● Freehold

EMPRESS ROAD | L7£595 PCM● Terraced House● Three Bedrooms● Furnished● Gas Central Heating● Double Glazing● DSS Accepted

BERRYEDGE CRESCENT | L36£695 PCM● Modern 3 Bed Town House● Ensuite To Master● Fully Integrated Kitchen● Modern Bathroom● DG GCH● Garden

ATTWOOD STREET | L4£395 PCM● Terraced House● Two Bedrooms● Unfurnished● Gas Central Heating● Double Glazing● Recently Refurbished

WOLVERTON STREET | L6£450 PCM● 3 Bedroom● Terraced House● Unfurnished● Gas Central heating● Yard● Shower/Bath

PITTVILLE GROVE | L18£525 PCM● Apartment● One Bedroom● Unfurnished● GCH DG● Modern Kitchen● Parking

LOWERBRECK ROAD | L6£325 PCM● One Bedroom● Ground Floor Apartment● Unfurnished● Living Room● Dining Kitchen● Close to amenities

FINVOY ROAD | L13£495 PCM● Terraced House● Three Bedrooms● Unfurnished● Open Plan Lounge/Dining Room● Fitted Kitchen● Double Glazed Gas Central Heating

ROSSETT STREET | L6£550 PCM● Terraced House● Two Bedrooms● Furnished● Modern Kitchen● Family Bathroom● DG GCH

ALWYN STREET | L17£675 PCM● Terraced house

● Three beds

● Bathroom

● Double Glazed

● Central heatint

MARMION ROAD | L17£460 PCM● One bed apt● First floor● LIving room● Kitchen/ diner● Bathroom with shower● Alarm● GCH● DG

HEBDEN ROAD | L11£575 PCM● Town House● Three Bedrooms● Unfurnished● Modern Bathroom● Fitted Kitchen● GCH DG● Gardens

SCOTT STREET | L20£425 PCM● Terraced House● Three Bedrooms● Unfurnished● Gas Central Heating● Double Glazing● Good Location

BOXTREE CLOSE | L12£650 PCM● Semi Detached House● Three Bedrooms● Flexi Furnished● Ensuite● DG GCH● Garden

FLEETWOOD PLACE | L25£650 PCM● Two bed house

● cottage style

● unfurnished

● lounge

● fitted kitchen

MINEHEAD ROAD | L17£525 PCM● One Bedroomed Apt● Ground Floor● Lounge/ Kitchen● En suite bathroom● Double Glazed● Centrally Heated● Allocated parking


CHOICEAgents’ Lettings

Gateacre, £2,995pcmAVAILABLE to let is this stunning, threebedroom detached house which is ideallylocated close to Woolton village and itswealth of amenities.

Inside, the property offers spaciousaccommodation, and would be ideal forthe discerning executive.

The accommodation briefly comprisesthree reception rooms, a fitted kitchen,and three bedrooms.

Further benefits include gas centralheating, an alarm system, gardeningservice, gardens and parking.

Professional let only. An internalviewing is highly recommended to fullyappreciate all that is on offer.

The property has an EPC rating of F.● Good Moves, 0151 909 3747

Heswall, £2,500pcmSET on a considerable plot, this luxury,five bedroom property boasts views acrossthe Welsh hills and Dee Estuary.

Inside comprises an enclosed porch,large reception hall, downstairs wc,spacious lounge, dining room and family/cinema room. There is also an open-planfitted kitchen/diner with a breakfast barand a range of modern fitted appliances.

Upstairs is a family bathroom, fivedouble bedrooms – three with en-suites –and an additional loft/playroom offeringversatile living space.

Outside, there’s a driveway, integraldouble garage and landscaped gardens.

This property has an EPC rating of C.● Move Residential, 0151 342 0999

Orrell Park, £795pcmSITUATED in a popular residential area,this four bedroom, modern detachedhouse occupies a corner plot.

On the ground floor is a hallway,cloaks/wc, lounge, dining area,conservatory, kitchen and utility room.

Upstairs there is a master bedroomwith an en-suite shower room, plus threefurther bedrooms and a bathroom.

Further benefits include double glazedwindows and gas central heating.

Outside, the property has front and rearenclosed gardens, as well as a detachedgarage and a driveway which provides off-road parking. EPC rating: D.● Loc8, 0151 531 1089

Crosby,£900pcmTHIS three bedroom, character semi-detached house offers well-planned familyaccommodation in a sought-after area.

Inside the property has been beautifullypresented, and briefly comprises avestibule, reception hall, lounge, sittingroom, open-plan dining room and kitchen.

Upstairs are four good sized bedroomsand a family bathroom.

To the outside front is a garden, partlaid to lawn, and a driveway whichprovides space for off-road parking.

There is also a rear garden with a lawnand two patio areas. The property has gascentral heating and UPVC double glazing.

Available unfurnished.● Abode, 0151 909 3003

City centre, £795pcmAVAILABLE to let is this fabulous, twobedroom apartment in The UnityBuilding. Furnished to an excellentstandard, the duplex apartment has beenfinished to a high specification and isrecently decorated throughout.

Inside briefly comprises a lounge,luxury kitchen/diner, two immaculatebathrooms, two double bedrooms and abalcony. The Unity Building is adesirable, secure development with 24-hour concierge and security.

It also boasts easy access to a wealth ofrestaurants, shops, bars and transportlinks in the city centre.

An internal inspection is stronglyrecommended.● Venmore, 0151 236 4400

HuntsCross, £995pcmTHIS well presented, three bedroomdetached cottage is brimming with charmand boasts a number of original features.

On the ground floor an entrance hallgives access to a lounge, open-plan livingand dining area, spacious kitchen and wc.

On the first floor there are three doublebedrooms, with en-suite facilities to thethird, and a family bathroom.

Other benefits to the property includefront and rear gardens, with off-roadparking and a detached garage.

The property is offered on anunfurnished basis, and has an EPC ratingof E.● Venmore, 0151 734 6890

Woolton, £1,100pcmTHIS beautiful and exceptionallyspacious triplex apartment is set in theexclusive grounds of Allerton Priory.

The accommodation briefly comprisesa hall, large lounge/dining room/fittedkitchen, cloaks/wc, and master bedroomwith shower en-suite, as well as threebedrooms on two further levels, a guestbathroom and a study.

All of the rooms are finished to a highstandard, and the property is offered on afurnished basis.

The property further benefits from gascentral heating and double glazing, andhas an EPC rating of D.

Outside, the property has allocatedparking.● Sutton Kersh, 0151 207 5923

City centre, £550pcmAVAILABLE to let is this two bedroom,first floor apartment in a populardevelopment.

Inside, the accommodation brieflycomprises an open-plan living room,modern fitted kitchen, two bedrooms,shower room and wc.

Additional benefits include doubleglazing, electric heating and communalgardens as well as secure parking.

The apartment is offered on a fullyfurnished basis, and boasts a greatlocation with easy access to the Women’sHospital and many of the universitybuildings.

The property has an EPC rating of E.● Sutton Kersh, 0151 207 5923

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L4 Manningham Rd.........2 bedL4 Margaret Rd...............3 bedL4 Oxton Rd....................2 bedL4 Rippon St....................3 bedL6 Cliffton Rd...................4 BedL7 Lorne St......................6 bedL8 Greenleaf.....................2 bedL11 Townsend Lane.........3 bedL20 Merton Rd.............STUDIOL20 Bibbys Lane..............1 bedL20 Derby Rd.......Furn Studios............0151 928 9280............

BOOTLE, ORLANDO ST 3bedroom house, lounge, diningr o o m , D G , C H . R e c e n t l ydecorated, new carpets inbedrooms, laminate flooring &blinds. Close to train station &main bus routes, quiet location(cul de sac), good community.No pets & N/S preferred, £470pcm. 07785 264596

BARGAIN STATIC 3 BEDCARAVAN Lyons Robin Hood,North Wales. Reluctant sale.First to see will buy. Fantasticpark. Top facilities. Fees paid.Only £5995. Possible part ex &possible installments accepted.07768 020622

L1 & L8 1 & 2 bed s/c apts.Good location inc City Centre.Large rooms, v good condition,gch/dg. Close Royal/Women’shospitals. Good rates of rent.No Dss. Dep/Ref’s req’d 07800573819 or 07968 304470

WILLERBY FOR SALE 3 Bed-room Caravan (Sleeps 8) in im-maculate condition. Sited on aNorth Wales Park. First to seewill buy. £5000 o.v.n.o. Please,Please No Timewasters. Call07513 262030

WATERLOO One bed SC flat, suitablefor single/couple over 25.Professionals only sorry No DSS orsmokers. £400pcm incl.07719 364837.

RELUCTANT SALE 35 X 12FT3 Bed roomed Caravan. Verygood condition. On excellent10.5 month North Wales Park.O n l y £5000 . Ca l l 07733320392

C A R A V A N F O R S A L EAbsolute Bargain. Perfect Con-dition. Fully sited on NorthWales Beach Park. Reduced to£4700. Cal l Sarah 07747806285

WHISTON NR HOSPITALrefurb unfurn 3 bed T−house,GCH, DG, lam floors, blinds,alarm, f/drive, r/gdn. No pets,£550 pcm. Min 6mths. Refs &bond req’d. 07816 190 560

STATIC CARAVAN FORSALE at Hafan Y Mor HolidayPark in Wales. Atlas Florida37ft x 10ft 3 Bed £7,200 &Site Fees, Connections Kurt07929 842164

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B O O T L E / S E A F O R T HFurnished studios & rooms from£55pw. All bills inc broadband.NO DEPOSIT REQ. No DSS.Over 25. 0151 928 9280

LOVELY CARAVAN FORSALE On quiet beach frontpark on the North Wales Coast-line. £7995 inc 2013 fees. CallRobert 07917 197924

L14 2 bed semi, fully refurb,un fu rn , modern , CH, DG,conservatory, garage, front &rear gardens; long term; £500pcm (no pets). 07834 542864

BEETHAM TOWER L3 2 bedapt, 22nd Flr, 2 bathrooms,s t u n n i n g v i e w s , 2 4 h rConcierge. Tel: Hunters Liver-pool 0151 707 7777

L12 Three−bed terrace withlarge garden & driveway. Refs.& dep. required. Working only;non−smokers preferred. £530pcm. Tel. (0151) 220 7801.

TUEBROOK spacious 2 bedapt, balcony, refurb block, newkitchen and decor, GCH, DG,s e c u r e e n t r y , r e f s r e q ’ d£415pcm. 07878 666603

TUEBROOK AREA good sizedfurnished 1 bed 2nd floor flat,CH, white goods, quiet cleanhouse, work refs req, £330pcm. 07957 529 319

AIGBURTH Nr Cricket Club.Large s/c 1 bed flat, GCH, DG.DSS ok with g’tor EPC (D)£115pw 07836 369919

L6 3rd person to share 3 bedhouse, en suite, from £80pw, allbills included. 07803 082999/260 7980

L4 & L6 Rooms in lux sharedhouse would suit mature personfrom £55pw all incl. No DSS.07803 082999/ 260 7980

3 B E D mid ter r , un furn ,Mossley Hill area, N/S, no DSS,no pets £600pm + bills. 01514886629 or 07818 506642

HUYTON Reeds Rd. 1 bed FFflat, dg, unfurnished, availableimmed. Refs req’d Over 35’sonly. 01253 886444

VARIETY OF HOUSES inBootle Area Contact SuttonEstates on 0151 261 0055 /0151 944 2161

CITY CENTRE L8 2 bedspacious apt, gated with gdns &parking, semi furn, £550 pcm.Profs only. 07966 081 676

L14 3 bed semi, unfurnished,dg, gch, front, rear & sidegardens. £550pcm 07928769630

WALTON HALL AV MatureFemale for all female houseshare. Dss over 35’s. 07757438201

L33 3 bed end town house,gch , d /g , re furb , o f f roadparking; £575pcm + dep DSSconsidered 07968 850658

L6 1 bed s/c flat, dg, gh, dsscons £80p/w, 25+ 0151 2607283

NEWSHAM PARK 1&2 bed s/c flats, suit over 35’s from£50pw Dss ok 0151 261 0767

BOOTLE 2 bed house, Bootle 2bed house, Bootle 3 bed house0151 345 1329

WALTON GRANGE L9 2 bedBarratt Apt, U/F. £495pcm.07768 622517

CITY CENTRE 2 bed modernFF flat, £590pcm 0151 2640019 or 077126 22208

L13 CLUBMOOR large 3 bedhouse, DG, no DSS, ref & dep,£490pm. Tel: 07825 610998.

L 3 2 3 / 4 b e d h o u s e , u n -furnished, garage, gardens,£625pcm 07739 295646

£99 MOVE−IN Prices from£40pw. Must be working. NoDSS. Tel 01706 240088

MATURE TENANT wantedL15 quiet Studio flat £90pw incall bills 07836 587570

L20 BOOTLE 3 bed house,DG, GCH, £475pcm. 07888833317.

WATERLOO 1 bed s/c flat,GCH, DG, new kitchen, gas/elecinc £475pcm. 07831 833947

N E E D T O S E L L Y O U RPROPERTY FAST? Please callAnn on 07989 679901

l4 Goodison Rd, 2 bed house,£395pcm, dss considered 6485522

l4 Ince Ave, 3 bed house,£550pcm, dss considered 6485522

l9 Immaculate 3 bed house,£550pcm, dss considered 6485522

L15 2 bed lux duplex apart,gch, parking & gdns £475pcm07742 060857

I WILL BUY YOUR HOUSELocal, friendly service. CallChris: 0151 251 0051 (24hrs)

BOOTLE STANLEY RD OPPNorth Park, 1 bed flat DSS OKOver 35’s 07973 294446 Low dep.

WALTON 2 bed house, fullrefurb, GCH, DG, DSS welcome.Tel: 07956 503587.

L6 2 bed house, gch, dg, alarm,£450 pcm, dep & refs req,07906 881036.

ALLERTON 1 bed flat, c/h. NoDSS £490pcm. Tel: 0151 4244441.

L12 COACHMANS DRIVE 4Bed Detached. Ref’s & Depreq’d £825pcm 07803 414418

HALSBURY RD L6 3 bedterrace, loft room, £500pcmnegotiable. 07405 141469

HARTHILL AVE L18 2 bed s/cf l a t , G C H , D G , N o D S S .£450pcm 0151 722 7549

L20 Bedford Rd 1 bed u/f flat,very good condition, dg from£280pcm 07766 830440

L20 Stanley Rd 1 bd u/f flat,very good condition, dg gchfrom £300pcm 07766 830440

CARDIGAN WAY L6 2 bedt e r r a c e , g c h , e x c e l l e n tcondition. 07850 912 394

CH42 3 bed house, £115p/w0151 356 7551

L4 2 bed house, £104p/w0151 356 7551L20 3 bed house, £115pw0151 356 7551L9 2 bed flat, £98pw 0151356 7551L20 3 bed house, £110pw0151 356 7551

L18 Fully S/C studio flat avail.£80pwk. 07751 707416

L33 Kirkby 2 bed apt, ensuite.Call 0151 261 0055

OFF WALTON LANE 2 bedterr, £100 pw. 07981 310 094

2 BED FLAT 4 Let, LisburnLane £400pcm 07535823756

L9 W’ton A’tree 1&2 bd flats &4 bed flat 28+ 07743 601828

MANSELL RD L6 2 bed refurbhse, dg/gch 0151 933 2313

L20 BOOTLE1, 2 & 3 bedrefurbs dg/gch 933 2313

WATERLOO 2 & 3 bd refurbapts, dg/gch 0151 933 2313

Saturday, March 16, 201314PROPERTY


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Vacant residential482 Southport Road,Scarisbrick,Ormskirk L40 9RFGuide price£110,000+

Vacant residential712 Ormskirk Road,Wigan WN5 8BBGuide price£60,000+

Commercial investment5 Woodlands Square &3 Healy Close,Liverpool L27 5QPGuide price£55–60,000

Vacant commercial35 Stanley Park AvenueSouth, Liverpool L4 7XBGuide price£55,000+

Vacant residential116 Princes Road,Liverpool L8 2ULGuide price£150,000+

Vacant residential26 Brentwood Avenue,Liverpool L17 4LDGuide price£90,000+

Vacant commercial153 Rice Lane,Liverpool L9 1AFGuide price£55–60,000

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HOMESGuideNew

Moving on up

HOMEBUYERS can nowpurchase a Redrowhome with a 95%mortgage, even if theyare opting to part-

exchange, making moving homehassle free and more affordablethan ever before.

It’s fantastic news for thosewithout substantial equity in theircurrent home as they can nowupgrade to a brand-new Redrowhome with a deposit of as little as5%, while Redrow effectively acts ascash for their existing property.This winning formula meansthere’s no better time to move.

Anita Williams, sales director forRedrow Homes (NW), said: “This isfantastic news for homebuyers.Many who dreamt of moving homebut were being held back by theusual obstacles, could now find theyare able to purchase.

“With NewBuy, a brand newhome is more affordable than everbefore and part-exchange takes thestress and hassle away as customerswill simply be able to trade in theirold home towards the cost of a newone..”

Part-exchange and NewBuy arestill available as standaloneincentives and Redrow will tailorpackages to suit individuals.

There’s a superb choice offour-bedroom homes at Redrow’s

Barrow’s Green development inWidnes, as well as an impressivecollection of three and four-bedroom homes at the nearbyLancaster Place venture.

Homes available at LancasterPlace include the impressive

Blenheim and Richmond showhomes. Prices at Lancaster Placeare from £204,995 and from £222,995at Barrow’s Green.● To find out how NewBuy andpart exchange could help you makea quick and easy move from old to

new, visit the show homes, opendaily from 10am to 5.30pm. Fordetails of the latest availability andpricing, call 0151 378 8839(Lancaster Place) or Barrow’sGreen (0151 345 0820) or visit thewebsite, www.redrow.co.uk.

AFFORDABLE:There’s asuperb choiceof homes atRedrow'sBarrows Greendevelopment, inWidnes

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HOMESGuideNew

Help is at hand

HOMEOWNERS in theNorth West are puttingthe brakes on movinghouse as they think itwill take too long to sell

their home, according to researchby Morris Homes.

It seems that homeowners areapprehensive about putting theirhome on the market because ofworries that they won’t be able tofind a suitable mortgage or get anoffer that matches the true value oftheir house.

Dave Hesson, regional managingdirector at Morris Homes, said:“Homeowners in the North Westare shying away from a step up theproperty ladder because they fearputting their home up for sale willbe a waste of time. Many don’tthink anyone will make a seriousoffer for their property, and thatthey won’t be able to secure amortgage. They think they need todo it on their own, but support isavailable, such as our 100% part-exchange scheme, so that home-owners can make their move in amatter of weeks rather thanmonths.”

Morris’ 100% part exchangescheme is available at itsdevelopment in West Derby – ThePoint. It involves the housebuilderpurchasing a buyer’s currentproperty for its full market value, if

they buy a new home at The Point.The scheme helps a seller avoidunreliable property chains andprovides a guaranteed moving date.

The Point is located in West

Derby, close to a range of localshops and good schools and haseasy access to Liverpool city centre.Prices start from £193,750.● For more information visit the

sales office at Deysbrook Lane, WestDerby, L12 4YG (open Thursday toMonday from 10.30am-5.30pm), call:0151 254 2602 or visitwww.morrishomes.co.uk

ATTRACTIVE:Morris Homes’'West Derbydevelopment,The Point


*TYPICAL EXAMPLE: FIRSTBUY Based on a 95% mortgage on 80% shared equity price with a minimum 5% deposit contribution. This scheme is available on selected Compendium Living properties subject to status and terms and conditions. It is not available in conjunction with any other offer or promotion. Compendium Livingcannot give youanyfinancial advicebut can refer you toan Independent Financial Advisor. The reservation feeof £500 (fully refundableon legal completion)maynot cover thewhole cost of obtaining amortgageandpurchasing theproperty andappropriateprofessional advice shouldbe sort. The£500figure also assumes that youare eligible for a 95%mortgage at the fully funded share price of 80%of the property value. This will also be subject to the terms and conditions of the appropriate lender and youmust seek professional advice to ensure youmatch the criteria. Other feesmay be required. Aminimumdeposit of £5,225will be required dependent onlender’s criteria. Theweekly payment figure £81 is based on themortgage being a repaymentmortgage over a 30 year term and subject to availability and suitability. Fixed rate for the first 2 years is 3.39%. (4.0%APR). Total fees for arranging themortgage is £724. Total amount payable over 30 years assuming no change in interestrateswould be £133,997. An early repayment chargewould be payable before the end of the 2 year period andwould be amaximumof £3,241. ThemaximumEquity Loanwill be 20%of the purchase price, the equity loan is providedCompendiumLiving and is held as a charge. The repayment sumwill reflect 20%of themarket valueof the property at the time of sale or valuation. The annual fee of 1.75%will be uplifted by RPI + 1% per annum. Prices and information believed to be correct at time of going to press and are subject to change without notice. YOURHOMEMAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOUDONOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTSON YOURMORTGAGEORANYOTHERDEBTSECUREDON IT. Images are for illustrative purposes only. 2 bedroom full purchase price of £104,500.

Mill Brook,Wood Lane, Liverpool L27 4ABMarketing Suite and Show Homes open daily 10am - 5pm

0151 487 [email protected]

www.compendiumliving.co.uk

A range of 2, 3 &4bedroomhomes from£83,600with FirstBuy

CompendiumLiving is a joint venture by Lovell and TheRiversideGroup and 3 three-bedroomhomes atMill Brook are alsoavailable through Riverside’s shared ownership scheme. Call 0345 155 9029.

You can now own a 2 bedroom home in a highly desirable location for this great low pricethanks to the Government backed FirstBuy Scheme.

But this doesn’t mean you’re not getting the same high standards you’d expect fromCompendiumLiving. Your newhomecomes completewith a specification that we thinkis one of the best around too.

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Marketing Suites and Show Homes open Thursday to Monday 10am - 5pm

Visit www.lovellnewhomes.co.uk or Lovell In Liverpool

*TYPICAL EXAMPLE: FIRSTBUY Based on a 95% mortgage on 80% shared equity price with a minimum 5% deposit contribution. This scheme is available on selected Lovell properties subject to status and terms and conditions. It is not available in conjunction with any other offer or promotion. Lovell Partnerships cannot give you any financialadvice but can refer you to an Independent Financial Advisor. The reservation fee of £500 (fully refundable on legal completion) may not cover the whole cost of obtaining a mortgage and purchasing the property and appropriate professional advice should be sort. The £500 figure also assumes that you are eligible for a 95% mortgage at thefully funded share price of 80% of the property value. The weekly payment figure £87 is based on the mortgage being a repayment mortgage over a 35 year term and subject to availability and suitability. This will also be subject to the terms and conditions of the appropriate lender and you must seek professional advice to ensure you matchthe criteria. Other fees may be required. A minimum deposit of £6,575 will be required dependent on lender’s criteria. Fixed rate for the first 2 years is 2.89%. (4.0% APR). Total fees for arranging the mortgage is £724. Total amount payable over 35 years assuming no change in interest rates would be £181,659. An early repayment charge wouldbe payable before the end of the first 2 year period and would be a maximum of £3,061. The maximum Equity Loan will be 20% of the purchase price, the equity loan is provided Lovell Partnerships Ltd and is held as a charge. The repayment sum will reflect 20% of the market value of the property at the time of sale or valuation. The annualfee of 1.75% will be uplifted by RPI + 1% per annum. Lovell cannot advise you on a mortgage. Selected plots. Full terms and conditions available upon request. YOUR HOME IS AT RISK IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ON A MORTGAGE OR OTHER LOAN SECURED ON IT. Prices and information believed to be correct at time ofgoing to press and are subject to change without notice. Images are for illustrative purposes only. 3 bedroom full purchase price of £131,500.

New 3 bedroom homes from only £105,200* with firstBuyFull purchase price of £131,500

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Marketing Suites and Show Homes open Thursday to Monday 10am - 5pm

Visit www.lovellnewhomes.co.uk or Lovell In Liverpool

*TYPICAL EXAMPLE: FIRSTBUY Based on a 95% mortgage on 80% shared equity price with a minimum 5% deposit contribution. This scheme is available on selected Lovell properties subject to status and terms and conditions. It is not available in conjunction with any other offer or promotion. Lovell Partnerships cannot give you any financialadvice but can refer you to an Independent Financial Advisor. The reservation fee of £500 (fully refundable on legal completion) may not cover the whole cost of obtaining a mortgage and purchasing the property and appropriate professional advice should be sort. The £500 figure also assumes that you are eligible for a 95% mortgage at thefully funded share price of 80% of the property value. The weekly payment figure £87 is based on the mortgage being a repayment mortgage over a 35 year term and subject to availability and suitability. This will also be subject to the terms and conditions of the appropriate lender and you must seek professional advice to ensure you matchthe criteria. Other fees may be required. A minimum deposit of £6,575 will be required dependent on lender’s criteria. Fixed rate for the first 2 years is 2.89%. (4.0% APR). Total fees for arranging the mortgage is £724. Total amount payable over 35 years assuming no change in interest rates would be £181,659. An early repayment charge wouldbe payable before the end of the first 2 year period and would be a maximum of £3,061. The maximum Equity Loan will be 20% of the purchase price, the equity loan is provided Lovell Partnerships Ltd and is held as a charge. The repayment sum will reflect 20% of the market value of the property at the time of sale or valuation. The annualfee of 1.75% will be uplifted by RPI + 1% per annum. Lovell cannot advise you on a mortgage. Selected plots. Full terms and conditions available upon request. YOUR HOME IS AT RISK IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ON A MORTGAGE OR OTHER LOAN SECURED ON IT. Prices and information believed to be correct at time ofgoing to press and are subject to change without notice. Images are for illustrative purposes only. 3 bedroom full purchase price of £131,500.

New 3 bedroom homes from only £105,200* with firstBuyFull purchase price of £131,500

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Chicken with spinach(serves 6)

INGREDIENTS: 500g/1lb 2oz spinachleaves, washed; 6tbsp vegetable oil; 3 blackcardamom pods; 2 bay leaves; 5cm/2in piececinnamon; 3-4 green chillies, pricked with aknife; 1 large onion, chopped; 2cm/¾in pieceginger, peeled and chopped; 11 garlic cloves,peeled, left whole; 3 large tomatoes, cut intoquarters; 800g/1lb 12oz chicken, jointed, skinremoved; 2tsp ground coriander; 1½tspgaram masala; 4tbsp plain yoghurt; blackpepper; basmati rice, cookedMETHOD: In afood processor,blend spinach to apurée using one ortwo tablespoons ofwater. Heat oil in apan. Add cardamompods, bay leaves andcinnamon and fry for20-30 seconds. Addgreen chillies andonion and fry for4-5mins. Meanwhile,blend ginger, garlicand tomatoes to asmooth paste in food

processor. Whenonions havecaramelised, addpaste, chicken andremaining spices topan and stir. Seasonand simmer for12-15mins, stirring.Add yoghurt, stir andsimmer until saucehas thickened. Stir inspinach purée andsimmer for 12mins,until chicken hascooked through.Serve with rice.

Orange walnut galette& candied orange (1)

INGREDIENTS: For the galette:150g/5½oz butter; 150g/5½oz caster sugar; 1egg; 150g/5½oz plain flour; 10 walnuts,chopped; 1 orange, zest only. For candiedfruit: 200g/7oz sugar; 1 orange; 2tbsp yoghurt

METHOD: Preheatoven to180C/350F/Gas 4.Grease and line asmall 20cm x10cm/8in x4in bakingtray. In a foodprocessor, beatbutter and sugartogether until paleand fluffy. Add eggand flour and beattogether until wellcombined. Stir inchopped walnuts andorange zest. Spreadmixture thinly ontothe baking tray, usinga palette knife toeven out. Bake in theoven for ten minutes,or until firm to thetouch and a skewer,

when inserted,comes out clean.Turn out onto a wirerack and allow tocool before slicinginto four pieces. Forcandied fruit, placesugar into a smallnon-reactive pan andheat until the sugarhas melted. Addslices of orange topan and cook for10mins, or until thesugar is caramelised.To serve, place twogalettes on twoserving plates and laycandied orange ontop. Spoon over a bitof the cooking syrupand finish with aspoonful of yoghurt.

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