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LIVERPOOL’S GUIDE TO PROPERTY & CULTURE
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THE BEST TO LETARLA REGISTERED AGENTS
WHACKY ANTICSTIMMY MALLETT’S CHARITYSTUNTS IN AIGBURTH
IMAGES OF ICONSMARILYN MONROE AT THEWALKER ART GALLERY
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To Buy Blacks Estate Agents To Let Jones and Chapman
To Let R-House To Buy Sutton Kersh
LIVERPOOL’S MOVINGRICH PICKINGS FOR BUYERS
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Features6 Four best buys
Featuring Move Residential, PantheonProperty Services, Blacks Estate Agentsand Sutton Kersh
34 Four Best LetsFeaturing Amazon, Cuddly BearsLettings, R-House Lettings and Jones & Chapman
37 Hot off the PressNew homes at Poets Park
Cover Story38 Hot Topic
Why ARLA registered agents offerlandlords security
40 Hot and HappeningThe latest news and gossip
44 On the ladder with…Cara Bailey, office and accounts managerat City Residential
45 Have your sayHow will rising tuition fees affect the student housing market?
47 MoversInside a three bedroom terrace at Montreal Gardens
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LivingCover Story
52 Talent in the cityTimmy Mallett on whacky antics and art
55 Ask the ExpertInterior dilemmas answered
56 & 62 Bit of a doSocial events in pictures
57 Your Move InteriorsDeck out your garden parasol with decorative pieces
59 Green DaysIdeas for the great outdoors
61 Hot in the cityThe new team at Parr St Studio
Cover Story63 What’s on
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65 Ladies fashionSummer stripes
67 Men’s fashionGraphic t-shirts for hot days
69 Table TalkMike Black dines at The Swan Inn
70 StreetlifeNotre Dame’s Summer Arts Festival
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Welcome to Your Move, with all theproperty news you need to make asummer move. From city centre pads torent, to suburban hideaways and even aluxury six bedroom detached property inSouth Liverpool to buy, we’ve sourced thehottest properties across the city. Risingnumbers of sales have been keepingagents busy, and in Hot Topic we look atwhy ARLA registered agents can providepeace of mind for landlords. JonathanKearney interviewed 80s’ TV favouriteTimmy Mallett about his passion for art,and our stylist has put together some ofthe summer’s brightest trends on pages65 and 67. For all the latest propertynews and photos, visitwww.yourmovemagazine.com.
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Agent’s view
“Move Residential is pleased to offer thisbeautiful, six double bedroom detachedproperty. It is located within approximatelyfour acres of landscaped gardens. The extensivegrounds also benefit from a hand-made gazebowith pitch roof, a double garage and videosurveillance system. Inside are three receptionrooms, an open plan dining area and a bespokefitted kitchen, a family bathroom and three en-suites. Viewing is strongly recommended.”
To view this property now call 0151 734 6722.
What’s on offer?
This is a luxury six bedroom detached property,with front and rear gardens set in a desirable area.
Newby HouseNaylors Road, L27
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£1,575,000 FREEHOLD
Scott Morgandirector at Move Residential
Agent’s view
“We are delighted to offer for sale this fourbedroom detached property, superblymodernised with a large family conservatory and stylish kitchen/diner. The master bedroomhas an en-suite and built in wardrobes. The best feature of this property has to be thestunning ¼ acre gardens and land including adouble detached garage, five car driveway, andextensive lawned and decked areas with a varietyof mature shrubs, bushes, trees and flower beds.The property is also located near to all localamenities and transport links.”
To view this property now call 0151 933 7077.
What’s on offer?
This four bedroom detached property has stunninggardens, a conservatory, a double garage and a fivecar drive.
Whitewood ParkFazakerley, L9
£284,950
Mike Blackdirector at Blacks Estate Agents
FOUR BEST BUYS
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Agent’s view
“Originally designed and constructed by theEbbs family, “Inglenook” is a fine example of a quality detached residence, enjoying aspacious plot and situated within the heart ofthis leafy South Liverpool suburb. The propertyoccupies a prominent position along BookerAvenue yet is shielded from the main road by a mature tree screen. Viewings are highlyrecommended to appreciate the many originalfeatures this property boasts.”
To view this property now call 0151 734 0666.
What’s on offer?
This distinctive detached property in a covetablearea has four bedrooms, a double garage and frontand rear garden areas.
InglenookCalderstones, L18
£695,000
Sue Bullensales manager at Sutton Kersh
Agent’s view
“This a new Bellway townhouse on theexciting LSeven development withinSpekefield Mews. Located in Bowmore Way,this two bedroom property offers a lounge,downstairs WC, a fitted kitchen/diner withpatio doors to the rear, a patio and a deckedarea and garden. With two generous sizedbedrooms and family bathroom on the firstfloor, in addition to the NHBC guarantee, this is an ideal home for a first time buyer or young family.”
To view this property now, call 0151 735 1001.
What’s on offer?
This two bedroom home has patio doors to the rear,a patio and decked area and garden to relax in onsummer nights.
Bowmore WaySpekefield Mews, L7
£125,000
Antoine Tradersales negotiator, Pantheon PropertyServices
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Muskers Building 1 Stanley Street L1 6AA 0151 330 5333
19 Eccleston Street Prescot L34 5QA 0151 292 8880
• 1 bedroom duplex 2nd floor apartment• Electric heating, kitchen appliances• River views• 1 secure allocated parking space
£149,950
• 3 bedroom terraced property• GCH, laminate flooring, alarm system• Integrated appliances, No Chain. • Vendor will pay legal fees!
£94,995
• 12th floor 2 bedroom apartment• Views of Everton Valley and Cathedrals• Lounge, kitchen, secure parking• Residents gym and a site manager
£89,950
• 2 bedroom first floor apartment• Entrance hall, lounge, fitted kitchen• 2 double bedrooms and bathroom• Allocated parking
£139,950
NEW
Royal Quay, Docklands
• Three bedroom top floor apartment• GCH, DG, communal gardens• Views of the Anglican Cathedral• Early viewing recommended
£159,950
• 3 bedroom mid town house• 2 receptions, kitchen, bathroom, WC• GCH and gardens, no chain• In need of improvements
£87,950
NEW
East Prescot Road, Knotty Ash
• 2 bedroom first floor apartment• Electric storage heating, parking• Balcony with river views• Viewing is essential!
£134,950
Armstrong Quay, Docklands
NEW
PRIC
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NEW
PRIC
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Deane Road, Liverpool
Waterloo Warehouse, Docklands
• Two bedroom ground floor apartment• Spacious lounge, kitchen/dining area• Ensuite to master bedroom, bathroom• Security intercom and alarm system
£155,000
NEW
PRIC
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South Ferry Quay, Docklands
• 3 Bedroom Detached family home, • En-suite to master, family bathroom • Brick built detached garage• NO CHAIN.
£149,950
NEW
Beech Meadows, Prescot
• 3 bedroom semi detached• Ideal family home, GCH, DG• Two reception rooms• Viewing highly recommended.
£165,000
Laurel Road, Prescot
• 3 bedroom detached property, • Gas central heating, double glazing• Driveway, spacious rear garden• Immaculate throughout.
£154,950
Case Grove, Prescot
• 5 Bedroom detached bungalow• Maintained to a high standard• Rear garden not overlooked• Must be Seen.
£329,000
Tarbock Road, Huyton
• 3 Bedroom detached property• Conservatory• Large Driveway• Viewing Recommended
£189,950
Sunningdale Close, Huyton-With-Roby
• Four bedroom detached property, • GCH, UPVC DG, en suite to master • Spacious kitchen, downstairs w/c• Family bathroom.
£219,950
• End Terrace, gas central heating• UPVC double glazed throughout• Two reception rooms, fitted kitchen• Downstairs bathroom, rear courtyard
£84,950
• Semi-detached family home, • Close to local schools and amenities, • Gardens to front and rear, • Garage and driveway
£138,950
NEW
Longton Lane, Rainhill
Vendors! !
The next
property sale
agreed could
be yours…
• Attractive 1 bed 8th floor apartment• Stunning views, electric heating• Double glazing, laminate flooring• Timber decked terrace
£66,000
View 146, Conway Street
Sale Agre
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• 1st floor 2 bedroom luxury apartment• Kitchen with integrated appliances• Electric heating, DG, parking• Timber decked terrace
£162,500
Staten Court, City Centre
Sale Agre
ed
• Well presented one bedroom apart• Easy traveling distance of City Centre• Hallway, lounge, kitchen• Double bedroom and bathroom
£99,000
The Anchorage, Docklands
Sale Agre
ed
• 2 bedroom top floor apartment• Good condition throughout • Lounge, kitchen, tiled balcony• DG, secure parking, gardens
£169,995
Mosslea Park, Mossley Hill
Sale Agre
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• 2 bedroom first floor apartment• Economy electric heating• Communal gardens, allocated parking• NO CHAIN. STAMP DUTY EXEMPT
£129,950
Anglican Court, Liverpool
Sale Agre
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• Stunning 1 bed luxury 2nd floor apart• Modernised, barrel vaulted ceilings• 24 hour concierge, river views• Secure underground parking
£235,000
NEW
PRIC
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The Colonnades, Docklands
NEW
View 146, Everton Brow
Sale Agre
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Sale Agre
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• Three bedroom semi-detached• Gas central heating, UPVC DG • Rear garden area, close to amenities• VIEWING ESSENTIAL !
£79,950
NEW
PRIC
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Devon Way, Huyton
• Three bedroom detached bungalow• Large kitchen, master bed en-suite• Double garage• Private well kept gardens
£299,950
NEW
PRIC
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Croston Close, ParklandsFoster Close, Whiston
Cross Street, Prescot
NEW
PRIC
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Devonshire Road, Liverpool
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• 2 bedroom flat close to Sefton Park• Unfurnished• Excellent value• Viewing highly recommended!
£450pcm
NEW
Belvidere Road, Liverpool
Muskers Building 1 Stanley Street L1 6AA 0151 330 5333
• 2 bedroom unfurn mid town house• Popular residential location• UPVC double glazing, fitted kitchen• Rear garden, parking to the front
£495pcm
NEW
Parkwood Drive, Whiston, Liverpool
• 2 bedroom 3rd floor unfurn apartment• Fitted kitchen, open plan living area• Lift access, intercom security• Secure parking, viewing a must!!
£575pcm
NEW
The Reach, City Centre
• 2 bedroom apartment• Hallway, bathroom, en-suite to master • Fitted kitchen and open lounge• 1 double bedroom and 1 single room
£750pcm
NEW
Staten Court, City Centre
• 2 bed apartment in an ideal location• Fully kitchen with integrated appliances• Fully furnished to a very high standard• Early viewing is highly recommended
£900pcm
NEW
Elysian Fields, City Centre
• Attractive 2 bed 2nd floor apartment• Electric heating, Double glazing• Video security system, Lift access• Integrated kitchen, Terrace
£650pcm
Manolis Yard, City Centre
• Two bedroom eighth floor apartment• Overlooking city centre and docklands• En-suite to master bedroom• One allocated parking space
£850pcm
NEW
Alexandra Tower, Docklands
• 3 bedroom ground floor apartment• Spacious accommodation throughout• Large fully integrated kitchen• En suite to the master, bathroom
£900pcm
NEW
Livingstone Drive South, Aigburth
• 2 bedroom top floor apartment• Fully furnished• Fully fitted kitchen• Parking, canal views
£500pcm
NEW
Bankside Court, Litherland
• One bedroom luxury apartment• Fully furnished with secure parking• Ideal location with Dockland Views• Must be viewed!
£750pcm
NEW
Waterloo Warehouse, Docklands
• 1 bedroom first floor apartment• Open plan lounge and kitchen• Bathroom and a double bedroom• Great location close to Lime Street
£525pcm
NEW
Commutation Plaza, City Centre
• Luxury 1 bedroom apartment• Fully fitted kitchen, white goods• Fully tiled bathroom• Viewing essential!
£625pcm
NEW
Elysian Fields, City Centre
• 3 bedroom unfurn duplex penthouse• Fitted upgraded kitchen with appliances• Living area with real wooden flooring • Stunning views over the city
£1200pcm
NEW
Manhattan Place, City Centre
• 5 bedroom farm house• Dressed & presented to high standard• In mature landscaped gardens• Allows privacy and seclusion
£1500pcm
Ivy House Farm, Prescot
A selection of 1 and2 bedroom apartmentsin this populardevelopment situated onCumberland Street,furnished or unfurnished,parking is also available.
From £500pcm
NEW
Renaissance Quarter, City Centre
A selection of luxury1 bedroom apartmentsavailable, Furnished orUnfurnished and Parkingavailable upon request.High specification newfurnishings. Fully FittedKitchens with integratedappliances.
From £500pcm
NEW
Jugglers Yard, City Centre
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• Spacious 3 bed first floor apartment• Tastefully furnished, entry intercom• En suite shower to the main bedroom• Integrated appliances, fabulous location
£875pcm
NEW
Hatton Gardens, City Centre
• Luxury 2 double bedroom apartment • Spacious living area / dining area • Large balcony, views over city centre• Integrated fitted kitchen
£525pcm
NEW
Focus Building, City Centre
• 2 bedroom fully furnished apartment• Spacious accommodation• Fully fitted kitchen/dining area• Large balcony
£650pcm
NEW
X Building, City Centre
A selection of studio and1 bedroom apartments.Ideally situated for thebusiness district. Fullyequipped kitchens.Excellent value – viewingessential!
From £350pcm
Dale Street, City Centre
Newly refurbished 2 bedHouse, Newly fitted Kitchen,GCH / DG, DSS Welcome
£445pcm
Kemble Street, Prescot
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more experience.more guarantees.more peace of mind.
Hundred’s more properties on our website www.venmores.co.uk
City Office8-10 Stanley Street, Liverpool, L1 6AFTel: 0151 236 4400Email: [email protected]
Allerton Office32 Allerton Road, Liverpool, L18 1LNTel: 0151 733 9000Email: [email protected]
Call us today 0151 733 9000£850,000 £450,000 £395,000 £365,000
The Glen, Allerton, Liverpool £480,000
This Week’s Featured Home... £499,950
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£179,950Weardale Road£129,950 £129,000 £115,000 £109,950 £69,950
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Cable Yard, Liverpool £88,500
This Week’s Featured Home... Cable Yard£88,500
£59,950 £81,950£84,950
(offers in excess) £87,000 £99,950 £104,950
£69,950 £115,000 £119,950 £120,000
£127,950
£129,950 £129,950 £135,000
£139,950 £149,950Cathedral Chambers £149,950 £159,950 £165,000 £169,950
£176,500Waterloo Road £189,950 £199,950 £210,000
Waterloo Warehouse £215,000
master bedroom
£225,000
City Office8-10 Stanley Street, Liverpool, L1 6AFTel: 0151 236 4400Email: [email protected]
Allerton Office32 Allerton Road, Liverpool, L18 1LNTel: 0151 733 9000Email: [email protected]
Visit www.venmores.co.uk
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Due to the high demand, there are very few
apartments available.
Please call now to avoid dissappointment.
Small selection of studio, one and two bedrooms
apartments available From £425pcm
Penthouses apartments From £1800pcm
X Building, one bed, unfurnished ...............................................£500pcm
Victoria Buildings, one bed, furnished.......................................£575pcm
The Anchorage, two beds, furnished, parking ...........................£595pcm
City Lofts, one bed, furnished.....................................................£600pcm
Waterloo Quay, two beds, furnished, parking...........................£625pcm
Sovereign Chamber, 2 beds, furnished......................................£650pcm
Knight Street, two beds, furnished ............................................£650pcm
Waterloo Quay, two beds, furnished, parking............................£675pcm
Hatton Gardens, two beds, furnished........................................£695pcm
Central Gardens, two beds, furnished, parking .........................£695pcm
Argyle Court, two beds, furnished, parking ...............................£725pcm
Unity Buildings, two beds, furnished, terrace...........................£795pcm
City Lofts, two beds, furnished, parking.....................................£750pcm
City Lofts, two beds, furnished, parking.....................................£850pcm
Beetham Plaza, two beds, furnished, parking ...........................£875pcm
Pall Mall, two beds, furnished, parking, terrace .........................£875pcm
THE FOUNDRY
OPEN DAYS:31st July-1st August 2009
• Pay as little as £27,500 for 25% shared ownernship• One & two bedroom apartments available• Ropewalks, city centre location• Modern fitted kitchens & bathrooms• Come along to our open days and you will be able to
view the apartments, receive mortgage advice, andfind out if you are eligible for help with your movingcosts.
CALL US ON 0151 242 6490 for more information
CINNAMON BUILDING First floor apartment situated in theRopewalks. Comprising two bedooms,open plan living area and kitchen, andbathroom. Underfloor heating, secureparking space
£142,500
TRAFALGAR WAREHOUSEBeautifully converted 19th centurywarehouse. Comprising two bedrooms,open plan living area and kitchen,bathroom. Oak beams, exposedbrickwork, spiral staircase. Secureparking.
£159,950
NEW
NORTH QUAYFirst floor apartment situated in Grade IIlisted Wapping Dock. This corner apartmenthas views over the city and the towards theAlbert Dock. Comprising two doublebedrooms, split-level lounge/dining room,separate kitchen and bathroom. Secureparking
£259,950
NEW
SHAW STREET Well presented one bedroom apartment,with open plan lounge area and kitchen,and bathroom. Secure parking space.Priced competitively for quick sale -viewing recommended.
£89,950
NEWNEW
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City Centre Office, 30/32 Exchange Street East, Liverpool L2 3PQ Tel: 0151 236 2332
£125,000
ARMSTRONG QUAY
Ground floor apart, 2 bed,lounge, modern fitted kitchen,bathroom/wc, upvc DG,allocated car space, direct riverviews, no chain, includ all furn
£274,995
THE COLONNADES
3rd floor apart, 2 bed,lounge/dining room, fittedkitchen, en-suite bathroom,shower room/wc, secure carspace, river views
From £82,950
ADLER WAY
Third floor apartment, openplan living area, dbl bedroom,modern fitted kitchen,contemporary bathroom, upvcDG, GCH, car space
From £109,950
THE REACH
Selection of 2 bed apts, twodbl bedrooms, open plan livingarea, modern fitted kitchen,contemporary bathroom,secure car space
PUBLIC NOTICE
126 Waterloo WarehouseLiverpool L3 0BQ
We advise that an offer hasbeen made for the above
property at £142,500 Any person wishing toincrease on this offer
should notify the agents oftheir best offer prior toexchange of contracts.
Agents Sutton Kersh 30-32 Exchange Street East
Liverpool L2 3PQ Tel 0151 236 2332
£114,950
BLUEFIELD STREET
Semi detached, house, threebedrooms, lounge,kitchen/diner, bathroom/wc,gardens front and rear, cardrive in
NEW £149,950
CHRISTIAN STREET
Semi detached house, fourbedrooms, two receptionrooms, kitchen, bathroom/wc,cloakroom/wc, GCH, gardensfront and rear, car drive in
NEW £139,950
WATERLOO QUAY
Third floor apartment, twodouble bedrooms,lounge/dining room, kitchen,bathroom/wc, balcony, securecar space
NEW £79,950
ST ANNES COURT
Second floor apartment, onebedroom, lounge, kitchen,bathroom/wc, upvc doubleglazing, secure car space
NEW £104,950
ARGYLE STREET
First floor apartment, twobedrooms, lounge, kitchen,bathroom/wc, en-suite showerroom, balcony rail
NEW
£59,950
CABLE YARD
First floor studio apartment,open plan living area, kitchen,bedroom, dbl glazing
£79,950
FINCH LANE
2 storey end terrace, mixed use,building arranged as groundfloor retail lock up shop andthree bed residential flat to thefirst floor and loft space. Tel no0151 207 9339 £179,950
AIGBURTH ROAD
Mixed use semi detached, 2storeys, 3/4 bedrooms, retailshop to ground floor, gardenarea, gated driveway. Tel no0151 207 9339
£99,950
OAKHILL ROAD
Mixed use two storey endterrace, three bedrooms, retaillock up shop to ground floorand yard area. Tel no 0151207 9339
NEW £115,950
THE ANCHORAGE
Ground floor apartment,lounge, kitchen, shower/WC,DG, marina views, undercovercar space, no chain, inspectionrecommended.
£122,000
PALL MALL
First floor apartment, twobedrooms, lounge, kitchen,bathroom/WC, GCH, DG,allocated car space.
£87,950
FRANCINE CLOSE
First floor apartment, twobedrooms, lounge, kitchen,bathroom/WC, GCH, DG,allocated car space
NEW £94,950
TOWER BUILDING
Grade II listed building, fourthfloor apartment, one bedroom,open plan living area, fittedkitchen, shower room/WC,reception with concierge
NEW
£59,950
HARTINGTON ROAD
First floor apartment, doublebedroom, open plan livingarea, fitted kitchen, modernbathroom, no chain.
PUBLIC NOTICE
313 The ColonnadesLiverpool L3 4AB
We advise that an offer hasbeen made for the above
property at £250,000 Any person wishing toincrease on this offer
should notify the agents oftheir best offer prior toexchange of contracts.
Agents Sutton Kersh 30-32 Exchange Street East
Liverpool L2 3PQ Tel 0151 236 2332
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COSMOPOLITAN HOUSING GROUPTHE ONLY ESTATE AGENT FOR YOU
CALL NOW FOR FURTHER DETAILS ON 0151 224 0336 COSMOPOLITAN HOUSE, 2 MARYBONE, LIVERPOOL L3 2BY
Peel Street, L8
£82,500 for a 50% share
Shared ownership option available, 3storey mid town house, open plandining/kitchen, lounge, fourbedrooms, fitted kitchen withintegrated appliances, masterbedroom with ensuite shower room,double glazed, gas central heating,family bathroom, rear garden withdecked area, inspection highlyrecommended
Lincoln Court L20
£440pcm
Luxury 2 bedapartments, intercomentry system, lounge,fully fitted kitchen withoven, hob & hood,bathroom with fittedsuite, under floor gascentral heating, doubleglazing, lift to all floors,allocated parkingspaces
Hartington Road, L8
£440pcm
A ground floor refurbishedapartment, lounge/dining room,fully integrated kitchen,bathroom, two bedrooms, gascentral heating, double glazing
Banbury Court, L20
Rent to Homebuy option £440pcm service charge £47.59pcm
Plots 2, 4, 6 & 7 Worcester Road, Bootle L20
Plots 9, 10, 12, 14 & 16Gloucester Road, Bootle,L20
PRICES FROM £60,000FOR A 50% SHARE
Can't afford the deposit? Credit crunch affecting your decision? Why not consider RENT TO HOMEBUY
You can RENT your home for up to 5 years with the option to purchase anytime during this period. A range of houses and Apartments are available throughout Liverpool.
PLEASE CONTACT US ON 0151 224 0336 FOR MORE INFORMATION. Subject to status.
Or maybe the SHARED OWNERSHIP option is just what you are looking for? SHARED OWNERSHIP is a scheme that allows you to purchase a share of equity in one of our homes
and pay rent for the remainder equity share
Issac Street, L8
£59,995
Reduced for a quick sale
An end terrace property,lounge/dining room,kitchen with a range ofunits, two bedrooms,gas central heating,double glazing/rearyard, popular location
Green Gables, L8
£154,995
A mid town house,lounge, fitted kitchen,downstairs w.c, 3bedrooms, first floorfamily bathroom, gascentral heating, doubleglazing, driveway, reargarden, viewing highlyrecommended
Hartington Road, L8
£440pcm
A selection of 2 bedrefurbished apartments,open plan livingroom/kitchen, fullyintegrated kitchen,bathroom, two bedrooms,gas central heating,double glazing, door entrysystem Rent to Homebuy option£440.00pcm Service charge £78.53
FOR SALE
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Tabley Rd, L15 - £550pcm
Large 2 bedroom modern terraced house.
£109,000
Tel: 0151 735 1001www.pantheonpropertyservices.co.uk
Dwerryhouse Ln, L11 - £550pcm
3 bedroom house with large rearyard
North Drive, L15 - £395pcm
1 bedroom flat with largecommunal gardens
Bravery Court, L19 - £600pcm
Modern 2 bedroom flat with on site parking.
Waterloo Rd, L22 - £600pcm
Large 2 bed new build apartmentswith modern decoration.
Kremlin Dr, L13 - £400pcm
Large 1 bedroom flat with on site parking
Bannerman St, L15 - £495pcm
Modern 2 bedroom house close toall good transport links
High Street, L15 - £475pcm
Modern 2 bedroom apartment withsecure parking
Mount Street, L1 - £360pcm
1 bedroom shared property in thecity centre
Standale Rd, L15 - £550pcm
Large 2 bedroom house with allappliances.
Sandringham Dr, L17 - £525pcm
Large 2 bedroom top floor flat,newly decorated/carpeted.
Ashfield, L15 - £350pcm
Large 1 bedroom property withrear garden space
Princes Rd, L8 - £385pcm
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Edith Rd, L4
£95,000
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£73,950
Hilary Rd, L4
£142,995
Corwen Rd, L4
£138,000
Anfield Rd, L4
£152,000 ONO
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£90,000
Cannon Rd, L6
£69,995
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£99,950
Harrow Rd, L4
£77,000
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£59,950
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£85,000
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£75,000
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£139,950
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£81,000
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£274,950
Seven Bedroom Semi, Three Storey, ThreeReception Rooms, DG, Cloakroom/CellarRooms, Two Bathrooms, Drive, Gardens
Zircon Close, Litherland
£159,950
Three Bedroom Detached, DG, GCH, EnSuite, Cloakroom, Drive, Gardens, ModernFitments, No Chain
Holly Street, Bootle
£74,950
End Terrace, Three Bedrooms, Extension toRear, Kitchen/Diner, DG, GCH, DownstairsBathroom, Part Modernised, No Chain
Regent Avenue, Netherton
£189,950
Three Bedrooms Detached, DG, GCH, EnSuite/Cloakroom, Drive, Garage, Gardens,Modern Kitchen, Modern Bathroom
Richmond Court, Litherland
£136,950
Semi Detached, Three Bedrooms, DG, GCH,Modern Kitchen, Modern Bathroom, Driveway,Garage, Gardens, No Chain
Greenhey Drive, Netherton
£130,000 offers over
Three Bedroom Semi Detached, ExtensiveCorner Plot, Extended, Two Reception Rooms,DG, GCH, Fully Modernised, No Chain
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£74,950
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Fernhill Road, Bootle
£129,950 OIRO
Three Bed Semi Detached, Two ReceptionRooms, Part DG, Front & Rear Gardens, ParkViews, Refurbishment Required, No Chain
Waterfield Way, Litherland
£128,950
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£159,950
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£129,950
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Strafford drive, Bootle
£154,950
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Hawkshead Drive, Litherland
£159,950 OIRO
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Molyneux Road, Waterloo
£144,950 OIRO
Mid Terrace, Three Bedrooms, Two ReceptionRooms, Part DG, GCH, ModernKitchen/Diner, Modern Bathroom
Southport Road, Bootle
£157,950
Three bedroom semi detached, two receptionrooms, DG, GCH, modern kitchen/diner,bathroom, drive, parking, gardens.
Kingfield Road, Orrell Park
£189,950 OIRO
Four Bedroom Detached, Two ReceptionRooms, Utility/Cloakroom, En Suite/Garage,Drive, Gardens, DG, GCH, No Chain
Oakmere Close, Orrell Park
£219,950
Four/Five Bed Detached, 2/3 ReceptionRooms, DG, GCH, Cloak Room/En Suite,Conservatory, Fully Modernised, Drive
Waterside, Sefton
£89,950
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Abbeystead Avenue, Netherton
£134,950 oiro
Semi detached, three double bedrooms, doublestorey extension, two receptions, kitchen/diner,DG, GCH, two car drive, gardens, no chain.
Opal Close, Litherland
£115,000
5% Vendor Deposit Available, Mid Mews, TwoBedrooms, DG, GCH, Modern Kitchen/Diner,Cloakroom, Two En Suites, Driveway
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Prescot 4 Atherton Street, Prescot, L34 5QN Tel: 0151 426 5051 Visit Our Website at www.homelets.co.uk
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£525pcm
Breccia Gardens, WA9
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£400pcm
Pickwick Street,L8
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Semi Deatched PropertyThree Bedrooms
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£995pcm
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£499,950
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Double Detached GarageAvailable With No Chain!!
£335,000
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Semi Detached PropertyThree Bedrooms
ConservatoryGardens to Front and Rear
£220,000
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Double Fronted Semi DetachedFour Bedrooms
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Allerton 1 Allerton Road, Mossley Hill Tel: 0151 280 4047 Visit Our Website at www.homelets.co.uk
Binns Road, L13
ApartmentOne Bedroom Fully Furnished
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£375pcm
Charlecote Street, L8
Terraced Property Three BedroomsFully Furnished
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£450pcm
Meredith Street, L19
Terraced PropertyTwo Bedrooms
UnfurnishedAvailable Now!!
£495pcm
Chapel Gardens, L5
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£525pcm
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Terraced PropertyFive Bedrooms
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£700pcm
Olive Lane, L15
ApartmentTwo Bedrooms
UnfurnishedGround Floor
£695pcm
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Terraced PropertyThree Bedrooms
UnfurnishedViewing Recommended!!
£650pcm
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ApartmentTwo BedroomsFully Furnished
Viewing Recommended!!
£625pcm
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ApartmentTwo Bedrooms
UnfurnishedEn-Suite to Master Bedroom
£595pcm
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ApartmentOne Bedroom
Fully FurnishedParking Permit Available
£550pcm
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ApartmentOne BedroomUnfurnishedGround Floor
£550pcm
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PenthouseThree BedroomsFully Furnished
Third Floor
£1850pcm
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1ST FLOOR / 158 LIVERPOOL ROAD NORTHLIVERPOOL / L31 2HP
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Top floor 1 bedroom apartment - fitted kitchen
with oven & hob - bathroom with fitted shower
- french doors leading to balcony - close to all
amenities and excellent transport links
£495PCM
RICHMOND COURT, CROSBY
Fully refurbished 2 bedroom house, brand new
fitted kitchen with oven & hob, brand new
fitted bathroom with shower, DG, GCH,
laminate flooring, blinds on windows
£450PCM
KELSO ROAD, KENSINGTON
Fitted kitchen with oven & hob, bathroom with
fitted shower, DG, GCH, 2 double bedrooms,
close to all amenitites and transport links
£400PCM
LAUREL ROAD, KENSINGTON
Fully refurbished 3 bedroom house, brand new
fitted kitchen with oven & hob, brand new
bathroom with fitted shower, DG, GCH,
laminate flooring, blinds on windows
£480PCM
GLENCAIRN ROAD, OLD SWAN
Being fully refurbished 3 bed houses - close to all amenities and excellent transport links
• Pansy Street, Kirkdale • Daisy Street, Kirkdale • Harebell Street, Kirkdale
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An excellent opportunity to rent animpressive highly refurbished semidetached house over 3 floors closeto all amenities and transport links,the property is situated in a quietcul-de-sac, the property has 2 largereception rooms, DG, GCH, fullyfitted high specification kitchen,separate utility room, cloakroom
£800PCM
OXFORD AVE, BOOTLE
2 bedroom apartment, Grade 1listed building (over 35's only),fitted kitchen with oven & hob,bathroom with fitted shower, 2double bedrooms, large spaciouslounge, close to all amenities andtransport links, viewing highlyrecommended
£550PCM
BIRKDALE
Laminate flooring, blinds on windows, modern
kitchen with oven & hob, bathroom with fitted
shower, DG, GCH, close to all amenities and
transport links
£325PCM
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1ST FLOOR / 158 LIVERPOOL ROAD NORTHLIVERPOOL / L31 2HP
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2 bedroom newbuild apartment hasluxurious kitchen with intergratedappliances, fitted bathroom withshower, lounge with patio doorsleading to balcony, secureunderground parking, secureintercom entrance, situatated in theheart of the city centre, walkingdistances to amenities
FROM £550PCM
FLEET STREET, LIVERPOOL CITY CENTREThis top floor apartment is situatedon Upper Parliament Street, theproperty has secure parking &intercom entrance, it is close to allamenities and transport links, themodern fitted kitchen hasappliances, bathroom has fittedshower, lounge has leather suite, tv,stereo and dining suite, fitted blinds
£530PCM
ST CATHERINES HOUSE, CITY CENTRE
2 bedroom ground floor apartment,blinds on windows - double glazing,modern fitted galley kitchen, patiodoors in lounge leading tolandscaped gardens, bathroom withfitted shower
£525PCM
ARON COURT, PRESCOT
1 bedroom unfurnished flat, closeto all amenities and excellenttransport links, the property has amodern fitted kitchen with oven &hob, bathroom has fitted shower,laminate flooring throughout, fittedblinds on windows, secureintercom entrance, alarmed
£390PCM
GREY ROAD, WALTON
1 bedroom unfurnished flat, closeto all amenities and excellenttransport links, the property hasfitted kitchen with hob & oven,bathroom has fitted shower,laminate flooring throughout,fitted blinds on windows, secureintercom entrance
£368.33PCM
RAWCLIFFE ROAD, WALTON
3 bedroom ground floor apartmentwith garage, blinds on windows,large fully fitted kitchen with allintergrated appliances, masterbedroom with fitted wardrobes,large spacious lounge with patiodoors leading to garden, bathroomwith elecric shower, separatecloakroom with toilet & basin
£650PCM
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15-17 West Derby Village, Liverpool, L12 5HJ
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NEWHOLME CLOSE, L12 £525pcm Two Bedroom Town House, Cul De Sac Location,
Un-Furnished, Rear Garden, Driveway Parking,
Electric Central Heating, Double Glazing
BRECKSIDE PARK, L6 £450pcm Two Bedroom Newly Built Ground Floor
Apartment, Furnished Show Home, Kitchen with
Integrated Appliances, Allocated Parking, Alarm,
DG, EH, Within Easy Reach to City Centre
HERRICK STREET, L13 £375pcm Two Bedroom Un-Furnished End Terrace, Through
Reception, Downstairs Bathroom, Gas Central
Heating System, Double Glazed, Alarmed
KNIGHTSWOOD COURT, L18 £475pcm Two Bed Apartment, Unfurn, Lounge/Diner, Kitchen
Area, Family Bathroom, En-Suite to Principal
Bedroom, Parking, EH, DG, Communal Garden
FIRST MONTHS RENT HALF PRICE
WESTFIELD DRIVE, L12 £625pcm Three Bedroom Detached Bungalow, Cul de Sac
Location, Kitchen/Diner, Bathroom Suite With
Separate Shower, Conservatory , Attached Garage,
Driveway, Enclosed Rear Garden, DG, Alarmed
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CARLETT VIEW, L19 £495pcm Two Bedroom Newly Built Apartment,
Unfurnished, Open plan Lounge/Kitchen with
Integrated Appliances, Balcony, Double Glazing,
Gas Central Heating, Allocated Parking
POPLAR GROVE, L35 £525pcm Three Bedroom Semi Detached, Fitted Kitchen,
Family Bathroom with Shower over Bath, UPVC
Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating System,
Gardens to Front and Rear
HANWORTH CLOSE, L12 £575pcm Three Bedroom Detached Property, Un-Furnished,
Kitchen/Diner, Conservatory, Family Bathroom,
Gated Driveway Parking, Gas Central Heating
System, Enclosed Rear Garden
OAKLEY CLOSE, L12 £495pcm Two Bedroom Detached Property, Cul de Sac
Location, Unfurnished, Rear Garden, Driveway
Parking, Gas Central Heating System, Double
Glazing
MORELLA ROAD, L4 £425pcm Two Bedroom Mid Terrace, Unfurnished,
Downstairs Bathroom, Double Glazing,
Gas Central Heating, Alarmed, Rear Garden
GRAY STREET, L20 £425pcm Three Bedroom Unfurnished Mid Terrace, Two
Reception Rooms, Kitchen, Newly Fitted Family
Bathroom with Shower over Bath, Double
Glazing, GCH System, Enclosed Rear Yard
BLAYDON CLOSE, L30 £475pcmTwo Bedroom Semi Detached Property, Un-
Furnished, Kitchen/Dining Room, Conservatory,
Family Bathroom, Double Glazing, Enclosed Rear
Garden, Large Driveway
VILLAGE PLAZA, L12 £475pcm Two Bedroom Unfurnished Modern Apartment,
Family Bathroom, Communal Gardens, UPVC
Double Glazing, Allocated Parking, Gas Central
Heating System
MILLOM GROVE, L12 £595pcm Three Bedroom Detached, Lounge, Kitchen,
Family Bathroom, UPVC Double Glazing, Gas
Central Heating System, Driveway Parking,
Garage, Gardens to Front and Rear
SOUTH PARKSIDE DRIVE £625pcm Three Bedroom Semi Detached, Through
Reception Room, Modern Fitted Kitchen, Family
Bathroom with Shower over Bath, UPVC DG, GCH,
Hard Landscaped Rear Garden
NEWPRICE
NEWPRICE
CHAPEL GARDENS, L5 £425pcm Two Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment, Open Plan
Lounge/Kitchen, Family Bathroom with Shower
over Bath, Fitted Kitchen, UPVC Double Glazing,
Electric Heating System, Allocated Parking
NEWPRICE
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Gateacre Grange
£1500pcmL24
• 3 bedroom apartment• Unfurnished, renovated• Grade II listed
Bodmin Way
£575pcmL26
• 3 bed semi detached• Unfurnished, kitchen• Lounge/diner, garden
Threntham Ave
£650pcmL18
• 3 bedroom terrace• Fully furnished, lounge• Sep kitchen & dining area
Emery Street
£395pcmL4
• 2 bed terraced • Recently refurbished • New kitchen
Heyesmere Court
From £525pcmL17
• Selection of 2 bed aparts• Fully furnished, GCH, DG• Allocated parking
Primula Drive
£475pcmL9
• 3 bed semi detached• Sep kitchen/lounge/diner• Gardens front and rear
The Courtyard
£1200pcmL18
• Luxury duplex apartment• 3 bedrooms, ensuite• Private entrace
Andrew Street
£425pcmL4
• 3 bed terrace• Recently refurbished• New kitchen, bathroom
Adler Way Road
£500pcmL3
• 1 bed apartment• Furnished, bathroom• Open plan kitchen/lounge
Fenton Green
£400pcmL24
• 3 bed terraced• Part furnished• Sep kitchen/lounge
Pansy Street
£395pcmL5
• 3 bedroom terrace• Newly refurbished• White goods, GCH
Ellerman Road
£575pcmL3
• 2 bedroom apartment• 2nd floor, furnished• Open plan kitchen/diner
Lowell Street
£395pcmL4
• 2 bedroom terrace• Unfurnished, GCH, DG• Ideal for family or couple
Addingham Road
£850pcmL18
• 4 bed end terrace• 2 lounges, kitchen/diner• Part furnished
Woodbine Street
£375pcmL5
• 3 bed terraced house• New bathroom suite• Kitchen, DG, GCH
Silverwing House
£600pcmL19
• 2 bedroom apartment• 1st floor, ensuite• Open plan kitchen/lounge
Bethel Grove
£650pcmL17
• 3 bedroom apartment• Fully furnished, ensuite• DG, GCH
Frodsham Street
£395pcmL4
• 2 bed house• Unfurnished, new kitchen• GCH, alarmed
Woodbine Street
£395pcmL5
• 3 bed terrace• New bathroom• DG, GCH, yard
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£530pcmL18
• Selection 2 bed aparts• Lounge, kitchen, EH• DG, furnished
Grange Lane
£850pcmL25
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Richmond Park
£450pcmL6
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Lance Grove
£615pcmL15
• 3 bedroom semi• Cul de sac, gardens, DG• Large kitchen/diner, GCH
The Collegiate
£575pcmL6
• 1 bedroom apartment • Grade II listed•Fully furnished, 2 levels
Ashbury Brook
£1600pcmL17
• Exclusive apartment• 3 double bedrooms• Utility, residents gym
Wells Street
£475pcmL15
• Two bedroom terrace• Recently refurbished• Fitted kitchen, GCH, DG
Glengarrif Street
£500pcmL13
• 3 bed terrace• Unfurnished• DG, CH, yard
Barnmeadow Road
£625pcmL25
• 2 bed house• Fully furnished, shower• Kitchen/diner, parking
Adler Way
£575pcmL3
• 2 bedroom apartment• Unfurnished, balcony, DG• Open plan kitchen, GCH
Archbishops House
From £650pcmL25
• 1/2/3 bed apartments• Grade II listed building• Large lounge/kitchen
Rudston Road
£675pcmL16
• 3 bed semi detached• Recently refurbished• 2 receptions, garage
Torus Road
£595pcmL13
• 3 bedroom end terrace • Sep kitchen/lounge• Dining area, utility
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£550pcm
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£550pcm
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Beautiful duplex apartment,2 spacious bedrooms,Overlooking Falkner Square,Integrated kitchenappliances, Tastefullyfurnished throughout
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£825pcm
Gorgeous 1 bedroomapartment, Tastefullyfurnished, Intercom securitysystem, Lift access, concierge,Timber decked terrace
Focus Building, City Centre
£500pcm
2 bedroom furnishedapartment, Electric heating,lift access, Terrace with cityviews, Ideal for 2 studentssharing, Excellent city centrelocation
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£495pcm
2 bedroom unfurnished apartment, Fabulous docklandlocation, Central heating, double glazing, Secure allocatedparking space, Private decked terrace
£550pcm
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One bedroom first floor duplex flat,Situated in the popular residentiallocation, close to all local amenitiesand transport links, Open planlounge with fitted kitchen
£390 PCM
Lyra Road, L22
Second floor one bedroom flat,Close to all local amenities andtransport links, Intercom Entry,Modern fitted kitchen, Recentlyrefurbished
£390 PCM
Peel Street, L8
1 & 2 bedroom fully furnishedapartments, concierge, doorsecurity intercom, Juliet balconies
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One bedroom furnished apartmentoff Duke Street, undergroundparking, lift access, large livingroom, kitchen, bathroom with bathand shower
£550 PCM
Liberty Place, L1
Luxury two bedroom apartments,Intercom entry system, Newly fittedflooring throughout, EH, DG, En-suite shower room, Open planlounge and fully fitted kitchen
FROM £600 PCM
Back Mersey View, L23
Newly refurbished, Two bedroomflat situated in the sought afterlocation of Formby, DG, GCH,Open plan lounge with modernfitted kitchen, Intercom entry
£450 PCM
Redgate, L37
One bedroom apartment, GCH,Currently undergoing refurbishment,small decked veranda off patiodoors, Off road parking
£500 PCM
Alexandra Drive, L17
Selection of modern studios, oneand two bed apartments, DG, Inquiet business district of city centre,Furnished or unfurnished
FROM £475 PCM
Halifax House, L2
Spacious 1 bedroom first floor flat,Lounge, open plan modernkitchen/diner, Close to majoretransport links and amenities
FROM £350 PCM
Great Georges Road, L22
Two bedroom apartment, Citycentre, Fully Furnished, Doorsecurity intercom, Viewing highlyrecommended
£550 PCM
Mono Building, L3
3 bedroom plus loft conversion,gardens, driveway, garage,double lounge, extended openplan kitchen/diner, conservatory,fitted kitchen, DG, GCH
£550 PCM
Liverpool Road, L36
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51A Rodney Street, Liverpool L19 0LS 0151 706 0505
Newsham Park, L6
Luxury 2 bedroom apartment,Unfurnished, Luxury kitchen / diner,Parking, Double Glazed, Heating.
£000pcm
The Unity, L1
Luxury 2 bed apartment, Luxurykitchen, Unfurnished, Balcony, 2bathroom, concierge, Gym, Doubleglazed.
£650pcm
Allerton
Luxury Penthouse, 3 bedrooms,Duplex, Electronic security gates,Approx 1800 sq ft, Furnished, 2bathrooms (1 ensuite), GCH.
£1395pcm
Jackson Street, L19
Luxury 2 bedroom apartment, Built2009, Unfurnished, Luxury kitchen allamenities, Balcony, Parking, Heating.
from £500pcm
Kings Dock, L1
2 Bedrooms, Fully furnished, LuxuryKitchen, 2 bathrooms, Security gates toaccess the development, Allocatedparking, Heating.
£699pcm
Mossley Hill, L18
A stunning penthouse apartment, 3rd /4th floors, Private security gates,Luxury kitchen 2/3 Bedrooms, 3bathrooms, Lift.
£1400pcm
Carlett View, L19
Luxury 2 bedroom apartment, Built2007, unfurnished, Luxury kitchenwith fitted appliances, Luxurybathroom, Secure parking.
£500pcm
Daresbury
Stunning 4 bed house, Manicuredgardens, 3 receptions, Garage, Viewsover fields, Unfurnished, Gas CH,Luxury kitchen/diner.
£850pcm
Sefton Park
Detached Coach House, Enormousreception / dining area, Lux kitchen,Two double bedrooms, 2 ensuitebathrooms, Garage, Terrace,Unfurnished. £1500pcm
Victoria Road, L13
Luxury 1 bedroom apartment, PeriodConversion, Fully furnished, Luxurykitchen, Secure parking, Gas CentralHeating.
£425pcm
Pheasant Grove, L26
Stunning 4 bed House, Detached, Fullyfurnished, 3 Receptions, 2 bathrooms,Luxury kitchen/diner, 17' playroom,parking, Manicured gardens.
£950pcm
Woolton Village
Luxury 3 bed apartment, Duplex,Furnished / Unfurn, Luxury Kitchen /Breakfast room, 2 Bathrooms, Lift,Entry phone, Alarm, Private parking
£900pcm
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A secluded barn conversion comprising of five
dwellings within a private courtyard with unrestricted
views across countryside and the river estuary.
A collection of 3 and 4 bedroomed homes with
designer kitchens, bathrooms and high specification
finishes throughout, Decoy Barns offers an
exceptional living experience.
Further information and viewings available from
Halegate Developments on 07854 379 289.
Decoy Barns, Hale Village
Final ThreePropertiesremaining - from
£330,000
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VACANCYAn opportunity has arisen to work as a
Lettings Consultant for one of the City's
leading Lettings Agencies.
King Sturge are actively seeking anexperienced lettings consultant to join
their City Centre office.
Please email your CV and a coveringletter to [email protected].
Closing date is 24th July
King Sturge LLP42 Castle Street, Liverpool L2 7LA
Tel +44 (0) 151 242 6490 Fax +44 (0) 151 242 6491www.kingsturge.com
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Liverpool ResidentialLetting Agents & Property Management
From £475pcm
Large one bed apartmentlocated on Fenwick Street(just behind Castle St).Luxury apartments,entrance hall, modernbathroom suite withshower. Open plan loungeand kitchen with allappliances, Doublebedroom. Fully furnishedonly £25 more per month
FENWICK STREET, LIVERPOOL CITY CENTRE
LANDLORDS
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86 St Marys Road, Garston, Liverpool, L19 2JG
T: 0151 494 1935 W: www.LRLettings.co.uk
£495pcm
Unfurnished 2 bed secondfloor apartment. Entrancehall, front lounge/diningroom, fully fitted kitchenwith gas hob, electricoven & white goods, tworear double bedrooms,bathroom/wc with shower.DG, storage heaters, videoentry system, remotecontrol gates
BROMPTON COURT, SEFTON PARK, L17
£540pcm
Character cottage, partfurnished, one receptionroom with sofa, Modernfitted kitchen includingappliances, ground floorbathroom, gardens, twobedrooms. Early viewingof this property isrecommended toappreciate what is onoffer.
BLUEBELL LANE, HUYTON
£525 pcm
3 bed mid terrace propertylocated in Garston. Theproperty has recentlyundergone a completerefurbishment includingnew modern fittedkitchen, new bathroomsuite, new carpets andlaminate throughout.Double glazed and centralheating
LINCOLN STREET, GARSTON
£395pcm
Second floor 1 bedroomapartment, hall, largeliving room with 3 piecesuite, TV and stereo, largebedroom, bathroom.Kitchen comes with allappliances. Availableparking to the front of theproperty. Telephone entrysystem. DG, CH, Earlyviewing is recommended.
RUSHFIELD CRESCENT, RUNCORN
£575pcm Shop Unit & Flat
Shop unit with apartmentabove. Located in GarstonVillage on St Marys Roadnext to William Hill.Refurbished to a highstandard, the shop whichconsists of the main shoparea, 2 large rooms to therear which can be used asstorage or office space.
ST MARYS ROAD, GARSTON
From £500pcm
Two bed new apart on StMarys Road. Hall, openplan lounge with fittedkitchen with appliances,carpet and laminateflooring throughout, ensuite, modern bathroomsuite, balcony andallocated secure parking.Early viewing is highlyrecommended.
CARLETT VIEW, GARSTON
£450pcm
Two bed unfurn apartmentin Timperley Court,Widnes. Open plan livingarea with balcony, twobedrooms master bedroomwith balcony, modernfitted kitchen. Modernbathroom suite tiled fromfloor to ceiling. GCH, DG,entry system, allocatedparking, two balconies.
TIMPERLEY COURT, WIDNES
£550pcm
2 bedroom, unfurn secondfloor apartment located inthe popular area ofAllerton, Liverpool.Entrance hall, lounge/diner, bathroom and twobedrooms. Gas centralheating, double glazing,allocated parking space &security entry system.
KNIGHTSWOOD COURT, ALLERTON
£550pcm
Large 1 bed spaciousapartment in City centreoff Castle Street. Openplan lounge, fitted kitchenwith built in appliances.Modern bathroom suitewith power shower. Theproperty also benefits fromfloor to ceiling sashwindows which makes theapartment bright & airy.
SWEETING STREET, CITY CENTRE
£475pcm
Mid terrace, entrance hall,large through receptionsroom, modern fittedkitchen, family bathroomand three good sizedbedrooms, other featuresinclude gas centralheating, double glazingand court yard to the rear.
DOWNING ROAD, BOOTLE
£550pcm
One bedroom apartmenton the 8th floor above theMalmaison Hotel.Entrance hall, modernopen plan lounge withcorner couch, fittedkitchen with appliances.Bedroom with fittedwardrobes and floor toceiling windows overlooking the city centre.
MALMAISON HOTEL, CITY CENTRE
£425pcm
Two bedroom new buildapartment. Open planliving, modern fully fittedkitchen. Bathroom has atiled 3 piece modern suite.Two double bedrooms,master with balcony,gardens. Electric gatesaccess, allocated parking,landscaped gardens, GCH,DG.
ROXBURGH STREET, BOOTLE
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Cuddly Bearswww.cuddly-bears.com
0151 706 8038Property Investment • Lettings • Furnishings • Relocation • Property Management
40 Rodney Street L1 9AA Email: [email protected]
£800pcm
Luxury 2 bed apart, off Old HallStreet, spectacular city views from
floor-to-ceiling windows
WEST TOWER L1
All Hallows Drive, L24 2 & 3 bed houses, quiet cul-de-sac in Speke From £450pcm
Anglican Court, L8 2 bedroom apt, furnished, off Upper Parliament St £500pcm
Charlton Court, L25 1 bedroom furnished apart in Hunts Cross, Parking £525pcm
Spofforth Road, L7 2 bed apartment in Wavertree. Furnished. Parking £525pcm
Heysmoor Heights, L17 2 bed apt. PF. Overlooking Sefton Park. Parking £550pcm
The Overhead, L8 2 bed furnished apt on Sefton St. Parking. Close to City Centre £595pcm
ALSO AVAILABLE FROM £395PCM
£1200pcm
Luxury 5 bed house on the sea front, Waterloo, fully furnished, large fittedkitchen, 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, conservatory & large decked garden to rear
leading onto beach balconies on 1st & 2nd floor overlooking Crosby Bay
ENDSLEIGH ROAD L22
From£575pcm
Luxury 1 bed apartments, brand new city centre development, furnished to a high standard, secure underground parking
excellent location off Dale Street
EDEN SQUARE L1
From£700pcm
Luxury 2 bed aparts, brand newwaterfront development, furnished to
a high standard river & city views
ALEXANDRA TOWER L1
£750pcm
Luxury 2 bed duplex apart, fully furn, city centre development off Dale
Street, secure underground parking
HATTON GARDEN L1
£1000pcm
Luxury 3 bedroom apart, prestigiouscity centre development, furnished toa high standard, fantastic city views
UNITY BUILDING L1
From£525pcm
Spacious 1 & 2 bed aparts, city centre development next to BoldStreet, fully furnished, balcony
TEA FACTORY L1
£650pcm
Luxury 1 bed duplex apart, livingarea & fitted kitchen, double bed on
mezzanine level, furnished
HATTON GARDEN L1
From£700pcm
Luxury 2 bed apartments, spaciousapartment on the marina, fully furn,
secure parking, fitted kitchen
QUEBEC QUAY L3
From575pcm
1 & 2 bed city centre apartments off Tithebarn Street, fully furnished,
double bedrooms, fitted kitchen
PALL MALL L3
From£575pcm
2 bed aparts, off Upper ParliamentStreet, fully furnished, 2 double
bedrooms, secure parking available
CHANCELLORS COURT L8
£650pcm
Spacious 2 bedroom apartment, fullyfurnished, fitted kitchen, double
bedrooms, secure parking
ELLERMAN ROAD L3
£575pcm
2 bed apart, city centre development excellent location off Duke Street fully furnished, double bedrooms
CINNAMON BUILDING L1
From£525pcm
Luxury 1 bed aparts, city centredevelopment, fitted kitchen, central
heating, Juliet balcony
CHANDLERS WHARF L1
From£550pcm
Selection of 1 & 2 bed apartments, popular development on Leeds Street, fully furnished, Juliet balcony, close to city centre,
parking available
THE REACH L3
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Agent’s view
“This beautiful, single storey luxury mews-styleproperty is located within an exclusive gateddevelopment, complete with its own gardenarea. The high quality unfurnishedaccommodation comprises an open planlounge/dining area and kitchen with highsloping ceilings, skylight windows and Frenchdoors to the garden. There are two bedroomswith fitted units and a luxury bathroom.Externally, there is off road parking andcommunal gardens.”
To view this property now call 0151 733 4163.
What’s on offer?
This mews-style property has two bedrooms and a garden area with off road parking andcommunal gardens.
Sandown LodgeOlive Lane, L15
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£700 PCM
Gemma Greenlettings manager at Jones and Chapman
Agent’s view
“Set in a prime location with excellenttransport links, this highly desirable propertyhas many features appealing to a high standardof living for professional people. The highspecification kitchen boasts granite worktopsand a separate utility room. Two large receptionrooms, a luxurious family bathroom and twobedrooms with their own en-suites make thisan excellent house for families. A largedriveway and large south facing rear garden arealso included in this splendid property.”
To view this property now, call 0151 531 9329.
What’s on offer?
This luxurious, spacious six bedroom, three storeyhouse sits in a quiet cul-de-sac.
Oxford AvenueBootle, L20
£800 PCM
Sue Weircompany director at Amazon Management Services Ltd
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Agent’s view
“This spacious one bedroom, studio apartmentis located in the hustle and bustle of the citycentre. The property includes a large loungeand fully fitted kitchen with mod cons. Natural wooden flooring is fitted throughoutand a raised bedroom area leads directly to the balcony allowing plenty of natural light in, giving the apartment an airy feel. Thebathroom is fully furnished with complete bath and shower. Book your viewing now, asthis apartment won't stay around for long.”
To view this property now call 0151 291 5000.
What’s on offer?
This spacious one bedroom apartment is fullyfurnished and situated in the hub of the city centre.
Concert Square ApartmentsWood Street, L1
£575 PCM
Mark Goodyeardirector of residential lettings at R-House Lettings
Agent’s view
“This luxury two bedroom city centreapartment is situated on the fifth floor off PallMall. It’s furnished to a high standardthroughout; comprising of a high specificationfitted kitchen with breakfast bar, two doublebedrooms, a bathroom and living room with abalcony providing views of the docks. Apopular development, located just off TithebarnStreet, Pall Mall is ideally located for thebusiness quarter and city centre living.”
To view this property now call 0151 706 8038.
What’s on offer?
This two bedroom, fifth floor apartment comes fullyfurnished in an excellent city centre location.
Pall MallLiverpool city centre, L3
£650 PCM
Laura Wilkinsoncity centre lettings consultant at Cuddly Bears Lettings
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Bridgewater Park, Netherley, L27 7AE
See us on TV – www.millerhomes.co.uk/tvadYOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP THE REPAYMENTS ON A MORTGAGE OR ANY OTHER DEBT SECURED ON IT.†If you qualify for HomeBuy Direct assistance and you raise a mortgage for at least 70% of the purchase price of your new home from a qualifying bank or building society, you can borrow up to the remaining 30% of the purchase price by taking out loans secured over your new home from each of the Government’s Homes & Communities Agency (HCA) and Miller Homes over a period of 25 years. Credit is available subject to status and is provided by two separate secured loans from each of the HCA and Miller Homes Limited. Homebuy Direct is plot specifi c and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer provided by Miller Homes. *Although a deposit is not payable with Homebuy Direct some mortgage lenders may require
a deposit, you should ask your mortgage lender for details or seek independent fi nancial advice. **Subject to terms and conditions. For full details contact the development direct or visit our website at www.millerhomes.co.uk/homebuy.
NO INTEREST FORTHE FIRST 5 YEARS**
ON SELECTED PLOTS ONLYNO DEPOSIT*
Own your 3 bed home from £90,965†
3 bedroom homes from £129,950
You could pay from just £90,965† with HomeBuy Direct
Telephone: 0800 840 8522Showhome open Thursday to Monday, 10.30am to 5.30pm
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A NEW MILLER HOME WITH NO DEPOSIT TO PAY
Carl is the Site Manager at Miller Homes’
Orchard Green development and heard
about the new HomeBuy Direct scheme
while working on site. Carl says: “I saw the
posters advertising the scheme and had a
chat with the Sales Consultants to see if it
would be something that I could apply for.
It really grabbed my attention, particularly
as there was no deposit to pay, as this is
included in the percentage that Miller
Homes pays for you.”
The Homebuy Direct scheme works by
giving buyers that qualify the opportunity
to purchase 100% of their home by paying
70% of the value now, with Miller Homes
and the Government equally funding the
remaining 30%. This 30% equity loan will
only become repayable after 25 years
or when the customer sells their home,
CARL HARRISON and his partner Kerie Mochan are one of the fi rst HomeBuy Direct (HBD) customers in the country. With the help of Miller Homes and the Government backed scheme they have managed to secure their new dream home.
whichever comes fi rst. Another huge bonus
of the scheme is that there is no interest
payable on the 30% equity loan for the fi rst
fi ve years.
Without the Homebuy Direct Scheme, Carl
and Kerie and their two children, 5 year old
Finlay and 20 month old Oliver, would not
have been able to buy a new home. Carl
says: “It’s as simple as this. If we had not
qualifi ed for the HBD we would be living
in a two bedroom terrace house with a
back yard. Instead we have been able to
buy a four bedroom detached house with
a garden, which is fantastic, especially for
the kids.”
Miller Homes prides itself on the support
and service it offers homebuyers to help
them through the HBD process. Carl
explains how Miller Homes’ people made
it so easy for him and Kerie to progress
their application through to qualifying
for the HBD. “The fi rst thing we had to do
was meet with the Miller Homes Financial
Adviser who worked with us to see if we
qualifi ed for a HBD property. They then
submitted the application on our behalf.
We didn’t have to do anything ourselves,
they even found us a solicitor who knew
what needed to be done. This for us was
ideal as neither of us had any idea how
to fi ll in the appropriate paperwork. Then
once we heard that we qualifi ed for the
scheme we chose our new home and it all
happened so quickly. We will move into our
new home at the end of June.”
Carl and Kerie have bought a ‘Winston’ 4
bed house design, on the Woodlands Park
development in Darwen. Carl continues:
“The HBD has given us an amazing
opportunity to own our dream home. We
can’t say a big enough thank you to all the
Miller Homes staff who helped us to get
where we are. We really couldn’t have done
it without them!”
Miller Homes is offering the Homebuy
Direct scheme at eight developments
in the Northwest, two are in Liverpool:
Bridgewater Park, Brownbill Bank,
Netherley L27 7AE. Call 0800 840 8522.
Or Connaught Green, off Belmont Grove,
Anfi eld, Liverpool L6 4EJ. Call 0800 840 8526. For the latest information on new
homes, prices and HBD details visit the
Marketing Suites. They are open Thursday
to Monday, from 10.30am to 5.30pm. Web
site www.millerhomes.co.ukThe popular Connaught Green development in Anfi eld, Liverpool.
Miller Homes Sales Consultant, Kerry Wilson with
Carl, Kerie, Oliver and Finley outside their new home
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With ‘Access to HomeOwnership’, the housingassociation will be hosting onehour sessions to assist firsttime buyers through the homebuying process. The schemewill also finance some of theinitial fees involved in buyinga house. Ross Cope, projectofficer for Access to HomeOwnership, commented: “The recession has had adevastating effect on manypeople, with some findingthemselves in a difficultposition to purchase their firsthome. This is an excellent freeservice with local sessions thatcan make a real difference to
people’s lives.” The accessteam will be available to offerguidance through the homebuying process and provide an understanding of theassociated jargon during thefree sessions.
Key regeneration areas of Liverpool include LodgeLane, Kensington and Anfield. Residents are invitedto sessions in their local area, with no appointmentnecessary. For furtherinformation on Access toHome Ownership, telephone0151 432 5200, or visitwww.accesstohomeownership.org.uk.
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The housebuilder has teamedup with the government tofund the remaining 30 per cent on properties at the newChurch Walk development. As part of the HomeBuy Directshared equity scheme, two,three, four and five bedroomhomes are available with theassistance of a 25 year equity loan.
To those eligible, an £89,995two bedroom property atChurch Walk is available for£62,997, with the balanceloaned by Bovis and thegovernment.
Kate Burrow, sales directorfor Bovis Homes’ northernarea, commented: “HomeBuyDirect is a great way for first-time buyers, or perhaps thosein social or privately rentedhomes, to benefit from thecurrent market conditions and get themselves onto theproperty ladder. Over time it’s hoped buyers may be in aposition to purchase the full100 per cent of the home.Alternatively, they can re-paythe loan when they re-sell theproperty, or after 25 years.”
For further information,contact the sales team atChurch Walk on 0845 2601828, or visitwww.bovishomes.co.uk/homebuydirect.
Helping hand at Church WalkBovis Homes areoffering new buildsin Wallasey for 70 per cent of the fullasking price.A new development of two
bedroom apartments andtownhouses between GreatHomer Street and ScotlandRoad is reviving the northerngateway to the city.
The Poets Park development,part of the Project Jenniferregeneration scheme, is offeringaffordable properties to singlepeople, couples and familieswho wish to move into the up and coming area.
A shared equity scheme,backed by Halifax, is allowingbuyers to cover their mortgagerepayments and life insurance
for as little as £460 per month. A legal package is also beingprovided by Liverpool firm ofsolicitors Goldsmith Williams.
A number of properties at thesite are currently occupied, anddeveloper Braidwater will beback on site this month, tofinish a further eight withinthree months. The propertiesinclude eight two bedroomapartments with parking andeight two bedroom townhouseswith gardens and parking spaceincluded.
Farnham, chief executive ofBradshaw Farnham & Lea, and
now Venmores, commented:“It’s a great deal for buyers, asthe area is really accessible forthe hospitals and universities,and it’s an opportunity to moveinto a brand new property for aslittle as £460 per month. To rentsomething akin to one of theseproperties would normally costaround £550 per month, so thereare savings to be made.
“It’s also really good newsthat the mortgage market isonce again opening up.”
For more information contactBradshaw Farnham & Lea on0151 632 5901.
PoetsParkappeals
POETS PARK DEVELOPMENT
The Regenda Group is to assist first timebuyers in keyregeneration areas of the city as part of a government backedscheme.
Key adviceThe Regenda Group is toassist first time buyers in keyregeneration areas of the cityas part of a governmentbacked scheme.
ROSS COPE
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In a move that went relativelyunnoticed amidst the furore of the expenses scandal, thegovernment recently publishedproposals to change the waythe private rental sector ismanaged. These proposals,which include plans tointroduce licensing for alllandlords and the regulation of all lettings agents, came inlight of the Rugg review, areport into the private rentalsector undertaken by theCentre for Housing Policy atthe University of York. Somecritics believe the move, which
is forecast to cost billions toimplement, would tie up thesector in red tape andbureaucracy. Supporterssuggest compulsory regulationis long overdue and would rootout rogue elements in theindustry.
SETTING THE STANDARDARLA, the Association ofResidential Lettings Agents,was established in 1981 as theprofessional and regulatorybody for lettings agents in the UK. The organisation was founded on the premise
that the requirements ofresidential lettings marketswere so detailed and specificthat a separate organisationwas required to promotestandards in the ever growingsector. ARLA now has 3,500member offices throughout theUK, with membership grantedon the proviso that agentsdemonstrate a thoroughknowledge of their professionand conduct best managementpractice. The association isable to measure this by thecourses and qualifications itprovides to agents.
BEST FOR BUSINESSPat Bradley, Allerton Roadoffice manager at CastleEstates, is in no doubt that the introduction of ARLAqualifications have been avaluable asset to the business:“The ARLA qualifications ourstaff have achieved offer a realopportunity for the businessand for their careers. One ofour staff members received adistinction in the qualification,which is fantastic, and makesher a real asset when dealingwith landlords and tenants.“For the team, it gives them
With government plans to establish a monitored and accountable rentalsector, regulated agents are leading the way for landlords in the city.
Hot Topic//// ISSUES AFFECTING YOU
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knowledge and confidence todeal with any problems that arisesuch as disputes or rent arrears,and ARLA sends us updates onthe law and acts as a good back-up for advice. As Castle Estatesis a franchise, we sometimes callthrough to the Milton Keynesoffice where Mike Edwards is a great support in those kinds of issues.” Belvoir director Adam Rastall believes his firm’s links to ARLA illustrate goodbusiness practice at the agentsWest Derby office. Adam said:“We decided to take the ARLAqualifications because they offer valuable peace of mind for landlords and tenants. The training ensures that all lettings staff follow thecorrect procedures in allcircumstances, for example if a landlord needs to reclaim a property from a tenant, by sending out the rightdocumentation. Our clientsknow that we’ll be operatingwithin the law and will doeverything we can to help them if something goes wrong.Building a rapport is soimportant in this industry, and ARLA puts the emphasisonto good business practice and transparency. With manynew lettings agents opening up of late, having somethingadditional to offer landlords andtenants makes you stand out.”
COMMITMENT TOLANDLORD CLIENTSThe sentiment among memberagents is that the ARLAconnection is a reassuring signto landlords and tenants alike.Louis Anastasiou, managingdirector of Andrew Louis, wasamongst the first agents onMerseyside to become ARLAregistered, back in 1992. Louiscommented: “Residential lettingand property management hasalways been a highly skilledbusiness and we recognised earlyon that becoming a memberwould reassure our landlordsand tenants that they were insafe hands. Andrew Louis’bonded membership of ARLAmeans we follow a Code ofPractice in all aspects of ourbusiness. Our clients’ money is
held securely in a separate clientaccount in accordance withARLA’s strict requirements, andtenants’ deposits are held in anARLA-backed insurance basedTenancy Deposit Scheme”.
ASK AN EXPERTFor landlords or would-be-landlords keen to find out more ARLA accredited lettings agents, the MerseysideLandlords Expo ’09 on 10September will have more than50 leading companies exhibitingat the newly refurbished FloralPavilion in New Brighton.Private sector, accredited lettingsprofessionals from acrossMerseyside will be on hand totalk about how they can serve landlords’ needs at the event organised byNewHeartlands and supportedby the six local boroughcouncils. Special guest at theevent, Sarah Walker from theBBC ‘To Buy or Not to Buy’programme, will also beanswering questions alongsidea panel of experts – dealing with
everything from healthand safety issues to tax.
For more details visitwww.merseysidelandlordsexpo.com, where you can downloadyour free tickets, book a seminarand register for email updates.
FINANCIAL SECURITY FOR LANDLORDSMark Duffy of Marx Insurancecommented: “If you’re alandlord looking to rent out a
property, it is often cheaper to gostraight to an independentinsurance broker you trust, andwho is FSA registered. If you’rechoosing to go through yourproperty management companyor letting agent, look for onewho is ARLA accredited andregistered with the FSA or hasan appointed representative from a particular insurance firm.This means that they’re qualifiedto offer you the best advice aboutinsurance. Not all ARLAaccredited agents will bequalified to talk to you aboutinsurance, but many of them are,and they’re more likely to behonest with you about whetherthey can provide you that serviceor not. If a firm isn’t a memberof ARLA, then it’s unlikely to be registered with the FSA andunable to provide that specialistservice you require.”
AN INFORMED CHOICEWith more lettings agentsopening to take advantage of the rental sector’s resurgence, it’s becoming increasinglyimportant for landlords to know that their letting agent and property managementcompany is offering the bestcustomer service. In acompetitive market, it’s thebetter qualified, fully registeredagents with a wealth ofknowledge and experience who’ll be best equipped andwho’ll, ultimately, reap thebenefits conjoined tobest practice.
Key contacts
www.arla.co.uk
For more information on theMerseyside Landlords Expo, seewww.merseysidelandlordsexpo.com
ARLA Accredited agents in Liverpool:
www.andrewlouis.co.uk Telephone 0151 284 8888.
www.belvoirlettings.co.ukTelephone the West Derbybranch on 0151 256 0880 or Liverpool Central on 0151 231 1613.
www.liverpool.castle-estates.co.ukTelephone the Allerton Roadbranch on 0151 738 1619.
www.cityresidential.co.ukContact the Victoria Street office on 0151 231 6100.
www.keppiemassie.comTelephone the city centreresidential specialists on 0151 236 9660.
Visit www.suttonkersh.co.uk to view properties to letthroughout the local area.
Whitegates have a number of branches in the area. Visitwww.whitegates.co.uk for more information.
For expert legal advice, contactWeightmans Solicitors on 0151 227 2601.
For advice on insurance contact Marx Insurance on 0151 259 6196.
“the ARLAqualifications offervaluable peace of mind for landlords and tenants.”Adam Rastall, Belvoir Lettings
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Gladedale North West is offering buyers a sharedequity deal on pre-sales at its St Helens site.
The developers are offering thescheme on selected properties at The Deck in Runcorn andSpeakman Gardens in Prescot.Eligible buyers need only find a 70 per cent mortgage for thehomes, with Bryant and theGovernment co-funding theremaining 30 per cent.
Sam Williams, regional salesmanager for Bryant Homes,commented: “Getting onto theproperty ladder is a smart move,which makes sound long termfinancial sense. Our HomeBuyDirect scheme is a great way for first time buyers to afford the home they want by
overcoming the hurdles of highmortgage costs and largerdeposits.”
The Deck offers a range of one and two bedroomapartments, including the one bedroom Spring and Reefproperties which start from just £76,950 and £79,950respectively. Prices at SpeakmanGardens start from just £99,950for a two bedroom Severnapartment.
For further information,contact 0845 0718713 or 0845 0718832 for enquiries about The Deck and SpeakmanGardens respectively.
Bryant’s Deck’s appeal
Bryant Homes believes its HomeBuy Direct scheme is the ideal way to get a foot on the property ladder.
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The housebuilder, which iscelebrating its tenth yearbuilding new homes in St Helens, is currentlyundertaking work onCanterbury Fields, a mixture of apartments, semi-detachedand detached homes. Thedevelopment follows in thefootsteps of other Gladedaleprojects in the town, includingElyn Mill and Willows Green.
Michaela Lancaster, salesdirector for Gladedale NorthWest, commented: “We arecommitted to investing in the St Helens area and willcontinue to provide qualityhomes for local people in thearea. Gladedale is keen tocontinue to build on our
success in the region overthe past ten years and we arecurrently offering a range ofschemes to assist buyers.”
For those eligible,Gladedale is offeringCanterbury Fields propertiesthrough a shared equityscheme, with buyers able to secure 100 per cent of the property value with an initial outlay of 75 per cent of the price. A part exchangescheme is also available.
Prices at Canterbury Fields start from £64,950, with five bedroom homesavailable from £235,000. For further informationcontact 01744 453897, or visit www.gladedale.com.
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Lots ofinterest at auction
Buyers were out in force duringthe recent event and themajority of properties sold forwell above their guide prices,with repossession propertiesproving particularly popularwith bidders. Sutton Kershmanaging director James Kershcommented: “Bidding levelswere higher than they havebeen for eighteen months.People in the room were thereto buy and were willing to pay
more than the asking price.The residential market hasimproved significantly over thelast couple of months, with 16 properties sold in one weekat our South Liverpool office.That is an excellent recordeven in a good market.”
Sutton Kersh recorded totalreceipts of £3.9million from theauction, with more salesexpected to be completed postauction. Lot 86, a three
bedroom semi-detachedproperty in Gardener Road,Formby, sold for £44,000 morethan the £100,000 guide price,while lot 98, a flat on AigburthDrive, sold for £21,000 abovethe £90,000 guide price.
Sutton Kersh is nowaccepting instructions for its next property auction on Thursday 10 September. For more information, visitwww.suttonkersh.co.uk.
With the government backedHomeBuy Direct scheme, thehousebuilder is offering buyersthe opportunity to purchasehomes at The Venuedevelopment in Kirkby for afraction of their market value.As part of the scheme, thoseeligible are able to purchase
the three bedroom Byronhomes for just £93,039. At theother end of the market, fourbedroom detached propertiesat Nightingale Walk inOrmskirk are available for partexchange and three per centstamp duty paid.
Diane England, sales
manager at Persimmon HomesLancashire, commented: “Wetry to cater for everyone acrossall our developments. We areable to offer a solution toalmost any problem thatpurchasers can face. All theyneed to do is visit one of ourmarketing suites to discuss
the different options that are open to them.”
Persimmon Homes, whichalso boasts the Rivenmill and Sefton Mill developmentsin Widnes and Seftonrespectively, can be contactedon 01524 542000 for furtherenquiries.
House priceson the up
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Sutton Kersh property auctionreceipts total £3.9m.
National average house pricesrose 0.9 per cent in June, thethird increase in four months.Figures released by theNationwide Building Societyshowed that the average valueof a UK home now stands at£156,442. The data also revealedthe three month rate of changeturned positive for the first timesince December 2007. MartinGahbauer, Nationwide’s chiefeconomist, commented: “If thepattern of price movementsseen in the first half of the yearis repeated over the second half,then prices could show only a small single digit fall for 2009 as a whole. This wouldrepresent a stark shift fromtrends seen at the turn of theyear, when most indicators werepointing to a repeat of the largedeclines seen in 2008.”.
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Prescot and Runcorn
Totally yours from 70% of the price now*
bryant.co.uk/homebuy
* TaylorWimpey and HomeBuy Direct will provide a loan for the remaining amount of the purchase price for up to 25 years, secured by a second charge over the property. The repayment sum will reflect 30% of the market value of the property at the time the property is sold or remortgaged. No interest is payable for the first five years. Low interest rates apply thereafter. Terms and conditions apply and full details will be provided on request. This offer is subject to status and only available on selected developments and properties. It is not offered with any other promotion. Applicants will need to use a mortgage Broker and Solicitor from TaylorWimpey’s panel, who will act solely for the applicant. Eligibility and affordability for this scheme must be assessed by a HomeBuy Agent. For full details please contact the Marketing Suite or visit our website bryant.co.uk/homebuy. YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ON A MORTGAGE OR ANY OTHER DEBT SECURED ON IT. Prices correct at time of going to press. Images show typical Bryant homes.
Marketing Suites and Showhomes open daily 10.00am – 5.30pm
PrescotSpeakman Gardens, Steley Way L34 5NQ 2, 3 & 4 bedroom homes from £99,950 HomeBuy Direct price from £69,965 now*
0845 071 8829text “Bryant442” to 84840 for instant details and photos. Only your usual operator charges apply.
RuncornThe Deck, Mersey Road WA7 1GF 1 & 2 bedroom apartments from £76,950 HomeBuy Direct price from £53,865 now*
0845 071 8710text “Bryant438” to 84840 for instant details and photos. Only your usual operator charges apply.
HomeBuy Direct is a government funded scheme which lets you buy 100% of a new home from as little as 70% of the price now. The outstanding amount is covered by a loan – interest free for the first five years and at a low rate of interest thereafter, for up to 25 years.*
So you really could afford a superb new home at Speakman Gardens or The Deck now. Come and talk to us soon – and see how easy it could be.
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The school building, whichdates back to the 1850s, features109 bespoke residences, with arange of one to three bedroom
properties, varying from singlestorey dwellings with privateentrances, to duplex and triplexproperties sharing communal
access. Claremont House, theschool’s former music room,incorporates six stylishapartments.
The residences come with a choice of fitted kitchens,including AEG appliances and a selection of Hemmingway and Laura Ashley tiling. Themansion-like façade of thebuilding has been maintained,and is off-set by reconstructedVictorian gardens and maturelandscaping. All propertiesbenefit from security systemsand allocated parking. KierstanBoylan, project director atDorbcrest Homes, commented:“The properties are inspired by the demand for stylish andspacious homes and designedwith modern living in mind.”
The sales and marketingcentre at the Ruff Lane site isopen from Friday to Monday,between 10am and 5pm. For more information, contact Dorbcrest Homes on 01942 212333.
After reporting strong salesthroughout the north-west,including the Connaught Greendevelopment in Anfield, thehousebuilders have beenprompted to release more homesonto the market to keep up withdemand. Miller Homes arecurrently piloting a prime timeTV advertising in the NorthEast to promote their sharedequity schemes.
Steve McElroy, sales andmarketing director for thenorth-west, commented: “We had a target to sell 91homes in the first 6 months of the year. We are now on targetto sell around 250 properties bythe end of June – an exceptional performance in any market conditions. Ourfocus now is to step up the buildprogramme.”
Eligible buyers are able tosnap up a range of properties at Connaught Green under the HomeBuy Direct scheme.Buyers pay just 70 per cent of the property value, with the remaining 30 per centprovided in the form of anequity loan over 25 years. For further information call0800 840 8526, or [email protected].
The company, which is part of the Dreaming Spires Group,is offering the service free ofcharge during the first threemonths. Larraine Greenough,estates director of Nasitra,commented: “The reason weare making landlords this freeoffer is because we are totallyconfident they will wish tocontinue once they havewitnessed our ability toproperly and reliably managetheir property. We do not sufferfrom arrears or voids becauseof our excellent tenantrelationships and ourdetermination to manageproperties efficiently andprofessionally, for the directbenefit of tenants and ownersalike.”
Nasitra, which has beenestablished for 10 years, boasts a wealth of specialistexperience and has developed a dependable reputationamongst the Liverpool studentpopulation. The Rose Lanebased company is known forreacting quickly to any tenantissues and use in-housetradesman to manage thequality of maintenance andrepairs it carries out onproperties.
For further information and details on how to accessthe free management service,contact Larraine Greenough,on 0151 724 4503.
Salesthrough the roofMiller Homes has upped their housebuilding programme aftersmashing sales targets for thefirst half of the year.
SilverserviceNasitra hasannounced thelaunch of its newStudent PropertyManagement Service.
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Dorbcrest Homes has revealed the stunning
refurbishment of The Old Grammar School in Ormskirk.
Old school styleCLAREMONT HOUSE AT THE OLD GRAMMAR SCHOOL
STEVE MCELROY
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The office and accounts managerCara Bailey, City Residential
Cara Bailey, office and accounts manager at City Residential, took a detour fromstudying sports development to discover herflair for property. Cara has been thriving in the city centre office now for five years.
How did you get into property?I was working at a sandwich shop opposite the CityResidential offices whilst finishing off a university coursein sports development. People from the City Residentialoffice came in for lunch. I discovered that there were jobvacancies available. I applied for a job as office junior, butonly did it for a week before I was moved to the lettingsside of the company as a property manager.
How has your role progressed?Six months later I was promoted to lettings advisor, andthen began to do accounts for the lettings department. I now manage accounts for the whole company and have been promoted to office manager. I also run thefurnishings side of the business which includes interiordesign of apartments for sale or let, as we are able toprovide full packs for landlords, investors, first timebuyers or serviced apartments.
What would be on your summer wish list?I would love some air tickets for my boyfriend andI to jet off to Cyprus or Egypt. It would be great to get a tan, enjoy the sun, sea, and sip some strawberry Daiquiricocktails whilst sampling the nightlife!
ON THE LADDER
interview
Quick dial: City Residential 0151 231 6100
Julia Casimo
Q. I own a successful retail business, trading as a limitedcompany, which I am planning to sell in a few years time. Theproperties which the business uses are owned personally by me,and the business pays me rent. I was banking on only paying10% tax when I sold the business and properties but someonehas told me the rules have changed. What is the position?
A. When the Chancellor originally announced the New Entrepreneurs’relief in early 2008, the rules contained a number of importantdifferences from the old ‘Taper Relief’ regime. One of those related toproperty (usually land and buildings, but also occasionally plant andmachinery) held outside the business.
Under the old Taper relief rules, subject to all other conditions beingmet, disposal of these assets would attract tax of only 10% even if theyhad been let to the business throughout the period of ownership at fullmarket rent. Holding assets in this way and charging rent became acommon set-up because it minimised tax through the life of thebusiness and also eventually upon its disposal.
This changed in April 2008, because the new Entrepreneurs’ Reliefregime treats such assets as ‘investments’, i.e. owned personally and letat full market rent by the owner, which means they no longer qualifyfor relief.
Q. Is there anything I can do now to improve my position?
A. Potentially yes. The new rule is that that if a property is let to thebusiness for rent then only the rent paid on or after the 6 April 2008will be taken into account and also the extent to which the rent paidfalls short of the full market rent will also be taken into considerationin the calculations.
In your case, if the property will be sold at the same time as thebusiness and you will not utilise your £1million Entrepreneur’s Relieflimit against the business itself, then you may need to stop chargingrent as soon as possible. You should speak to your accountant or taxadvisor as soon as possible – as always good advice will be critical tooptimise your position.
As with many decisions you really do need to takeindependent financial and tax advice. If you would like our help call Julia on 0151 228 8977 at John KerrChartered Accountants 369-375 Eaton Road, WestDerby, Liverpool L12 2AH. Authorised and regulated by The Financial Services Authority
Please note that this article is not intended to give specific technical or financial advice and itshould not be construed as doing so. It is designed only to alert readers to some of the issues. It
is not intended to give exhaustive coverage of any topic. Professional advice should always besought before action is either taken or refrained from as a result of information contained herein.
Entrepreneurs’ tax relief – the problemwith rental
Advice fromchartered accountants0151 228 8977
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As tuition fees rise but student grants andborrowing remains fixed, will the shortfallof funds have a negative impact on thestudent housing market?
Will rising feesstop studentsmoving out?
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“Yes, I think it will stop students frommoving out at 18. My sister will be goingto university soon and she is nowconsidering staying at home in Liverpooland living at home rather than movingout due to the rising costs. We may not seean impact this September, but over thecourse of the next few months it’s quiteprobable that we’ll begin to see more andmore students opting to stay at home,affecting landlords in the longer term.”
Mary Kingassistant manager, CastleEstates on Allerton Road
“Perhaps. I chose to move away foruniversity as the course I wanted to do was at Leeds, but if costs continue torise then many students will be deterred.This will have a negative impact on notjust the student housing market but onthe job market, as bright but less well offstudents won’t be able to pursue graduatelevel careers, affecting social mobility. TheLabour government conveniently forgetstheir own university educations were paidfor by the taxpayer.”
Clare Oliverstudent from Liverpoolstudying Law with Frenchat Leeds University
“No. If students can’t afford the rentalscommanded due to a drop in income,we may see the return of the landlordparent. This produces an improvement inproperty sales as well as offering potentialmanagement opportunities for agents. The less savoury landlords are then easedout; a development which should bepositively welcomed.”
Mike HughesPantheon Property Servicesin Wavertree
“Yes, definitely. Many students inLiverpool’s universities are from the city,and they move into student properties inthe city centre or suburbs just a matter of a mile away from their parents’ homes.With rising costs, they’re unlikely tocontinue being able to do this. With a£40,000 student debt after finishing theircourse, which could take them the rest oftheir career to pay off, it’s also likely toaffect the first time buyer market.”
Tim Scottdirector of student division,R-House Lettings
“No, I think that the squeeze on student’sfinances may have a positive effect on thehousing market in Liverpool. As the poolof students that ‘go away’ to Universityinevitably becomes smaller, all thingsbeing equal, Liverpool will represent avalue for money alternative to furthereducation in more expensive cities,particularly to parents.”
Sid Vancearea manager, HomeLets &HomeSales, Allerton Road
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Q I am a landlord with a residential investment property.
I acquired this with a buy to let mortgage. The property has
tenants occupying it under an assured shorthold tenancy
agreement. I am in arrears with my mortgage and the
mortgage company is threatening to take possession
proceedings. Where do I stand?
A This raises two issues. The first is the possession claim by
the lender. The second is the issue with your tenant.
Dealing with the mortgage company first. There are some
things that you can do if you are in trouble paying your
mortgage. There are various guidelines which have been
produced and the lender is expected to comply with these
guidelines. If the lender does not comply, or is otherwise
unreasonable in pursuing a possession claim then you can
tell the Court about this. In addition, most lenders have
agreed with the government not to bring possession
proceedings unless the mortgage is at least three months in
arrears. However, this does not apply to all mortgages and
does not apply to all lenders.
You should try and negotiate with the lender to come to
an arrangement for the payment of any outstanding arrears
as soon as possible. The lender is under an obligation to
consider all reasonable offers. This includes an offer to pay
the arrears over the whole of the remaining term.
The situation with the tenant is more complicated.
Although there is an assured shorthold tenancy agreement,
the mortgage company can apply to the Court to try and
take possession and sell the property and to remove the
tenants. The judge who would eventually hear the case does
have discretion to evict the tenants although it will depend
on the facts of each case. For example some mortgage
lenders require consent forms to be signed and the
individual facts and evidence on each case will have to be
considered. You would need to take independent legal
advice as soon as possible to deal with both the claim by the
mortgage company and to deal with the tenant.
Chris Harmer, PartnerJST LawyersColonial Chambers, Temple Street, Liverpool, L2 5RHDDI: 0151 282 2882Email: [email protected] Web: www.jstlaw.co.uk
Q&AWith Chris Harmer, Partner
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What attracted you toMontreal Gardens?My sister showed me thehouse. She lives in thedevelopment and she’s reallyhappy here. We’ve been living with Mike’s mum inKensington for the last twoyears but really wanted a placeof our own. It’s nice to be in our own new build.
What do you think of the house?We looked at older propertiesfirst but they needed such a lot of work doing and loads of money spending on them.Everything is pretty much the way we want it here.
How is the ground floor laid out?As you enter through thehallway the kitchen is on theleft and the living room is tothe right hand side. Ahead ofyou is the downstairs WC.
Do you have any outdoorspace?We have patio doors leading to quite a big garden at theback. We’ve got a lot of spaceto work with, so mypartner is goingto put indecking and arockery area. At the frontthere are bark chippings and a small lawn.
Take us into the kitchen...It’s a fully fitted kitchen, with black flooring and work surfaces, wooden unitsand a nice chrome sink.
First time buyers Sam Foley, 22, and Mike Benson, 25, recently moved to a threebedroom end terrace property in the MontrealGardens development in North Huyton. Sam, a hairdresser, and Mike, a council refuseworker, secured the house through GleesonHomes’ shared equity deal – paying 75 percent of the property value up front, with theremainder secured by a 10 year equity loan.
Tell us about the masterbedroom...We have magnolia colouredwalls and cream carpets whichare consistent with the rest ofthe house. There are featuredpictures on one of the walls, my favourite of which is thelandscape of trees we boughtfrom Matalan.
Any plans for the spare rooms?The smaller room is where I do all my ironing so I supposeit’s a sort of utility room! We’re planning to turn it into a nursery when we have kids.The other room is for anyone who stays.
And the bathroom?The bathroom has a stone effect wall and floortiles with lovely white units.There’s a bath, shower, toilet,sink and a black mosaic mirrorwe bought in IKEA.
What would be your dream buy?I’m not too sure about that as I think we have everything weneed! I think a wet room wouldbe nice though.
What’s your theme?Orange and black are the predominant coloursin the living room. We’ve got a large black vasewith big orange flowers on it. On one wall we’vehung a picture of a lake and the other features aphotograph of black and white boats, so it’s gota bit of a waterside theme.
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We have a black coffee table fromthe Look Again catalogue and a
42 inch plasma screen TV with fullsurround sound. Our two black
couches from the Empire Storescatalogue are probably my
favourite items in the house.
What’s in the living room?
If you’ve found your dream homeemail [email protected]
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CRONTON 946.50 1,104.24 1,262.00 1,419.74 1,735.24 2,050.73 2,366.24 2,839.48HALEWOOD 961.69 1,121.97 1,282.25 1,442.53 1,763.09 2,083.65 2,404.22 2,885.06KNOWSLEY 992.39 1,157.78 1,323.19 1,488.58 1,819.38 2,150.16 2,480.97 2,977.16PRESCOT 972.44 1,134.51 1,296.59 1,458.66 1,782.81 2,106.95 2,431.10 2,917.32TARBOCK 929.41 1,084.31 1,239.21 1,394.11 1,703.91 2,013.71 2,323.52 2,788.22WHISTON 970.09 1,131.77 1,293.45 1,455.13 1,778.49 2,101.85 2,425.22 2,910.26OTHER 926.49 1,080.90 1,235.32 1,389.73 1,698.56 2,007.38 2,316.22 2,779.46
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Are you moving? If the answer is yes thensimply select the area you want and the pricebracket, it’s simply the most effective way tosource the most suitable homes!
Once you have found the properties youare interested in, telephone the Estate Agentor Developer for more details and arrange anappointment to view.
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£349,950 Manolis YardStunning duplex penthouse. Fittedkitchen, lounge with views over citycentre, 2 double bedrooms plus a thirdbedroom, dining room, bathroom and en-suite, balcony and roof terrace. Off roadparking.
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£232,000 One Park West2 bedrooms, stunning views
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£199,950 Cornwallis Court2 bedroom duplex penthouse, balcony,parking
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£195,000 Staten Court2 bedroom duplex penthouse, 2 balconies,parking
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£169,950 The SymphonyLow price to attract quick sale. Duplexapartment in listed building. Two doublemezzanine bedrooms, living dining andkitchen areas, and bathroom. Secureparking and residents parking. Originalfeatures sit comfortably with goodarchitectural design.
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£162,500 Staten Court1st floor 2 bedroom luxury apartment,Kitchen with integrated auto washer &dish washer, Electric heating, DG,parking, timber decked terrace
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333
£154,950 Manhattan Place2 bedrooms, balcony, secure parking
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£142,500 Cinnamon BuildingFirst floor apartment situated in theRopewalks. Comprising two bedooms,open plan living area and kitchen, andbathroom. Underfloor heating, secureparking space
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£129,950 Merchants House2 bedroom ground floor luxuryapartment, Electric heating, DG, laminateflooring, Integrated kitchen appliances,75% shared ownership
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333
£119,950 Henry Street2nd floor 2 bedroom apartment, Lounge,fitted kitchen, 2 bedrooms, bathroom,75% shared ownership
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333
£800,000 The ColonnadesPenthouse, 3 bedrooms, balcony, parking
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£750,000 The ColonnadesPenthouse, 3 bedrooms, balcony, parking
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£294,950 The Colonnades2 bedrooms, original features, parking
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£285,000 The ColonnnadesThird floor apartment in the exclusiveColonnades development. Comprisingopen-plan living area, fully fitted kitchenwith integrated appliances, two bedrooms,ensuite, and shower room. 24hr conciergeservice, secure car parking, separatestorage room and views over the dock andinto the city.
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£260,000 St Paul's SquarePenthouse, 2 bedrooms, balcony
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£259,950 North QuayFirst floor apartment situated in Grade IIlisted Wapping Dock. This cornerapartment has views over the city and thetowards the Albert Dock. Comprising twodouble bedrooms, split-levellounge/dining room, separate kitchen andbathroom. Secure parking
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£247,000 The Colonnades Stunning 1 bedroom luxury second floorapartment, barrel vaulted ceilings, 24hour concierge, magnificent river views,secure parking
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333
£230,000 St Paul's Square2 bedrooms, balcony, parking
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£225,000 Beetham Tower2 bedrooms, stunning views, parking
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£215,000 North QuayReduced for quick sale. Beautifulapartment in listed building. Exposedbrick walls and vaulted ceilings.Twodouble bedrooms, kitchen, living area andbathroom, secure parking, dock views
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£215,000 Waterloo Warehouse2 bedroom duplex apartment, parking
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
L3L1 £199,950 City LoftsOffers invited. Top floor apartment withviews over the river and city. Two doublebedrooms, large living area and kitchen,ensuite and bathroom. Secure parking, 24hour concierge.
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£190,000 St Pauls SquareBrand new apartment in quiet part of thecity. Comprising two double bedrooms,two bathrooms, open plan living andkitchen area. Balcony overlooking StPauls Square. Secure parking. Offersconsidered.
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£169,000 South Ferry Quay Well presented and maintained twobedroom ground floor apartment, en-suiteto master bedroom, security intercom andalarm system, Marina views
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333
£165,000 Quebec Quay2 bedrooms, ground floor, parking
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£159, 950 Trafalgar WarehouseBeautifully converted 19th centurywarehouse. Comprising two bedrooms,open plan living area and kitchen,bathroom. Oak beams, exposedbrickwork, spiral staircase. Secureparking.
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£149,950 South Ferry Quay2 bedrooms, parking
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£144,950 Waterloo Quay2 bedrooms, balcony, dock views, parking
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£125,000 St Paul's Square1 bedroom, balcony
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£124,950 City Quay2 bedroom ground floor apartment, GCH,DG, intercom security, laminate flooring,security alarm system, fitted wardrobes,allocated parking
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333
£64,950 Roxburgh StreetThree Bedroom Mid Terrace, TwoReception Areas, Fitted Kitchen, GroundFloor Bathroom, UPVC Double Glazed,Gas Central Heating System, NO CHAIN
Northwood 0151 256 1035
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£63,000 Curate RoadTwo Bedroom Mid Terrace, Open PlanLiving/Dining Room, Fitted Kitchen,Ground Floor Bathroom
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£525,000 Falkner StreetTownhouse recently converted in theGeorgian Quarter. 3 reception rooms,kitchen/diner, 5 double bedrooms, 4bathrooms. Rear courtyard. Residentsparking permit.
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£525,000 Falkner StreetRecently renovated Georgian townhousewith versatile living space spread overfour floors. Four bedrooms and tworeception rooms plus two further rooms.Fitted kitchen, utility room. Fourbathrooms (two en-suite), & WC,courtyard garden. Residents permit foron-street parking.
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£525,000 Sandon StreetStunning townhouse, 5 bedrooms,parking, rear garden
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£165,000 Catharine StreetSmall development, recently convertedGeorgian Hotel. Generous sized 2 doublebedroom apartment with sash windowsand high ceilings. Viewing recommended.
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£110,000 Catherine HouseOne bedroom apartment in Grade 2 listedbuilding. Open plan living area andkitchen, bedroom and shower room.Original features, allocated parking
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£224,950 Orrell Lane3 storey Semi detached, 6 bedrooms, 3reception rooms, double glazing,cloakroom/ utility, 2/3 car drive, feature, garden , no chain.
Blacks Estate Agents 0151 933 7077
£159,500 Kingfield RoadFour Bedroom Detached, LargeKitchen/Utility Room, Gardens to Frontand Rear, Garage, NO CHAIN
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£79,950 Sparrow Hall Road2 bedroom semi detached, doubleglazing, gas central heating,kitchen/dinner, driveway, front and reargardens, modernisation required , nochain.
Blacks Estate Agents 0151 933 7077
£54,995 Helena StreetThree Bedroom Terraced Property,Through Lounge/Dining Room, FittedKitchen, Requires Modernisation
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£159,950 Chaucer DriveFour Bedroom Detached Two Receptions,Conservatory, Large Kitchen/DiningRoom, En Suite Shower Room, GCHS,DG, Driveway, Gardens, No Chain
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£139,950 Craven RoadThree Bedroom Semi Detached Property,Two Reception Rooms, Garage, DrivewayParking, Requires Modernisation
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£64,950 Knoclaid RoadThree Bedroom Mid Terrace, TwoReception Rooms, Kitchen, Bathroom,NO CHAIN
Northwood 0151 256 1035
Offers Over £55,000 Moscow DriveTwo Bedroom Apartment, Ensuite toMaster Bedroom, Family Bathroom,Open Plan Living Room/Kitchen withIntegrated Appliances, NO CHAIN
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£60,995 Max RoadTwo Bedroom End Terrace, FittedKitchen, Family Bathroom, Large RearGarden, UPVC Double Glazing, GasCentral Heating System, NO CHAIN
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£57,500 Broadoak RoadThree Bedroom End Terrace, TwoReception Areas, Fitted Kitchen, GroundFloor Bathroom, GCH System, UPVCDouble Glazing, NO CHAIN
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£109,950 Wavertree Gardens 3 bedroom ground floor apartment,Entrance hall, lounge, kitchen, DG andsecure parking
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333
£156,950 Strafford Drive3 bedroom semi detached, 2/3 receptionrooms, double glazing, GCH, cloakroom/utility, modern bathroom, 2 car drive,front and rear gardens, no chain.
Blacks Estate Agents 0151 933 7077
£119,950 Worcester RoadEnd terrace, 3 storey’s, 2 reception rooms,4/5 bedrooms, gas central heating,kitchen/dinner, partly modernised, Nochain.
Blacks Estate Agents 0151 933 7077
£109,950 Gardner AvenueSemi detached, 3 bedrooms, 2 receptionroom, double glazing, gas central heating,Drive to side, garage, front and reargardens, no chain.
Blacks Estate Agents 0151 933 7077
£94,950 Gloucester RoadMid terrace 3 bedrooms, 2 receptionrooms, DG, GCH, modern kitchen,bathroom, tasteful decor, no chain.
Blacks Estate Agents 0151 933 7077
£84,950 Riddock RoadMid terrace, 3 bedrooms, 2 receptionrooms, double glazing, gas centralheating, modern up stairs bathroom,extended kitchen/diner, tasteful décor.
Blacks Estate Agents 0151 933 7077
£74,950 Holly StreetEnd terrace 3 bedrooms, extension to rear,kitchen/ dinner, down stairs bathroom,gas central heating, double glazing, partlymodernised, no chain.
Blacks Estate Agents 0151 933 7077
£52,950 Olivia StreetMid terrace, 3 bedrooms, 2 receptionrooms, down stairs shower room doubleglazing, tidy property, part modernised,investment opportunity, no chain,
Blacks Estate Agents 0151 933 7077
£49,950 Worcester Court Ground floor Studio apartment, heatedceilings, double glazing, communallaunderette, communal gardens andparking
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333
£44,950 Brookhill RoadGround floor flat, 2 beds, gas centralheating, modern kitchen, communalparking, communal gardens,modernisation required, no chain.
Blacks Estate Agents 0151 933 7077
£194,950 Hatton Hill Road3 Bed Semi detached, plus loft room,double glazing, gas central heating,Conservatory, modern kitchen ,Stylishbathroom, utility, block paved drive,garden to rear.
Blacks Estate Agents 0151 933 7077
£189,950 Church RoadSemi detached, 2 reception rooms, doubleglazing, gas central stylishlymodernised, tasteful décor,
Blacks Estate Agents 0151 933 7077
£116,950 Opal CloseMid mews, 2 bedrooms, double glazing,gas central heating, modern kitchen/dinner, cloakroom, 2 en- suites, driveway,garden, tasteful décor.
Blacks Estate Agents 0151 933 7077
£89,950 Bowland DriveMid town house, 3 bedrooms, gas centralheating, double glazing, utility,cloakroom, fully modernised, front andrear gardens, communal parking, tastefuldécor.
Blacks Estate Agents 0151 933 7077
£269,950 Brook Road West3 Storey semi detached, 6/7 Bedrooms, gascentral heating, 2 Kitchens, utility, frontand rear gardens, 2 car drive, partmodernised.
Blacks Estate Agents 0151 933 7077
£65,950 Brunswick Parade Basement Apartment 2, bedrooms,modern Kitchen/dinner, modernbathroom, double glazing, gas centralheating, own entrance, courtyard, nochain.
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£199,950 Ye Priory Court 3 bedroom three storey town house, gascentral heating, double glazing, fullyfitted kitchen, private rear garden &spacious communal gardens
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£96,950 Blaydon Close3 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, doubleglazing, gas central heating, modernkitchen, modern bathroom, 2 car drive,front and rear gardens.
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£63,000 Captains Lane 1 bedroom Apartment, 1st floor, modernkitchen, modern bathroom, driveway,garage/ utility, tasteful décor, no chain.
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£139,950 Horton CloseEntrance Hall, WC, Reception Room,Kitchen/Dining Room, Master Bedroomwith En Suite Shower, Two FurtherBedrooms, Family Bathroom, Garden toFront and Side, Detached Garage,Driveway Parking, UPVC DoubleGlazing, Gas Central Heating System NoChain
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£99,950 Ashbourne CrescentThree Bedroom Semi Detached, TwoReception Areas, Fitted Kitchen, ModernStyle Bathroom Suite, Driveway Parking,NO CHAIN
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£800pcm West TowerLuxury 2 bed apartment in Beetham'sExclusive West Tower, Excellent Centrallocation off Old Hall Street, SpectacularCity views from floor-to-ceiling windows,Unfurnished, Fitted kitchen, Centralheating
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From £700pcm Alexandra TowerLuxury 2 bedroom apartments, Brandnew waterfront development, Furnishedto a high standard, 2 double bedrooms,River & City views
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£650pcm Manolis Yard Two bedroom 2nd floor apartment, fullyfurnished, open plan, kitchen, dining &living area, modern bathroom suite
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321
£650pcm Westminster Chambers Two bedroom ex-show apartment inpopular conversion fully furnished withfully fitted kitchen. Spacious open planliving area with two double bedroomswith well appointed bathroom.
City Residential 0151 231 6101
£525pcm Victoria Street 1 bedroom, second floor apartment, fullyfurnished, open plan lounge/dining area,fitted kitchen
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321
£750pcm Hatton Gardens Spacious two bed duplex penthouse in theimpressive Hatton Garden developmentfully furnished to a good standard.Spacious living area with two mezzaninestyle double bedroom and master with en-suite. Fully fitted and equipped kitchen.Central location and secure allocatedparking.
City Residential 0151 231 6101
£650pcm X Building 2 bedroom fully furnished apartment,spacious accommodation, fully fittedkitchen/dining area, large balcony
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321
£595pcm Pall Mall Attractive fully furnished apartment, 2double bedrooms, open plan living/diningarea, first weeks rent free
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321
£950pcm Beetham West TowerTruly spectacular two bedroom apartment32nd floor offering sensational viewsacross Liverpool. Fully furnished to anexceptional standard. Master with en-suite wet room . High specification withclimate control and air conditioning
City Residential 0151 231 6101
£850pcm Alexandra Tower Immaculate two bedroom, eighth floorapartment, overlooking the city centreand the docklands, en-suite to masterbedroom, 1 allocated parking space
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321
£725pcm The AlbanyWell Presented Two bed apartment inappealing period conversion. Fullyfurnished to a high standard with openplan and spacious living area. Twospacious double bedrooms with en-suiteshower room to master bedroom. Secureallocated parking via stacker system.
City Residential 0151 231 6101
£675pcm The Reach A very well furnished apartment,Integrated kitchen, 2 double bedrooms,Spacious living area, parking
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321
£650pcm Waterloo Quay Two bedroom apartment in this populardocklands development. Fully furnishedto a good standard. Two double bedrooms,master with en suite. Living roombenefits from having a balconySecure allocated parking
City Residential 0151 231 6101
£600pcm The ReachFully furnished two bedroom apartmentsTwo double bedrooms, fully fitted andequipped kitchen, popular location.Concierge on site. Secure allocatedParking
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£575pcm Armstrong Quay 2 bedroom fully furnished apartment,Ground floor, Fully fitted kitchen,stunning sea views, parking
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321
£500pcm The ReachOne bedroom apartment in this populardevelopment. Fully furnished to a highstandard. Fully fitted and equippedkitchen. Concierge on site. Good sizedouble bedroom
City Residential 0151 231 6101
£450pcm Baltic Square Fully furnished one bedroom, fully fittedand equipped kitchen. Fantastic locationin the middle of Docklands and CityCentre. Five minutes from the new L1Development
City Residential 0151 231 6101
£525pcm Thurston Road Recently refurbished 3 bedroom terracehouse, GCH, DG, 2 double bedrooms anda single/study upstairs
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321
£525pcm Spofforth Road2 bedroom apartment in Wavertree, Fullyfurnished, Fitted kitchen, Doublebedrooms, Allocated parking
Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038
£575pcm St Stephens Square Large top floor 2 bedroom apartment,Close to the Womans Royal Hospital,Well furnished & has fully fitted kitchen,Secure door entry & allocated parking
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321
From £575pcm Chancellors Court2 bed aparts, off Upper Parliament Street,Fully furnished, 2 double bedrooms,Secure parking available
Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038
From £550pcm Sefton Drive2 bed apart, New development, unfurn,Fitted kitchens, CH, Private parking
Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038
£550pcm Wavertree Gardens3 bed second floor apart, fully furnished,secure parking, fully fitted kitchen andlounge
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321
£495pcm All Hallows Drive3 bedroom houses, Quiet Cul-de-Sac offSpeke Boulevard, Gardens to rear, FittedKitchen, CH, DG
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Timmy Mallett Interview
For the majority of those who grew up in the ‘80s, the loud shirts andwacky antics of Timmy Mallett will be entrenched in their minds forever. The ‘Wacaday’ presenter was the main attraction for young viewersduring their summer holidays, and evenmanaged to secure a place at the top of the charts with an infamous songabout a polka dot bikini. Years later he was thrust back into the nationalconsciousness with an appearance on‘I’m a Celebrity...Get Me out of Here!”and now the man with the mallet is inLiverpool to raise funds, and the roof,for the disability charity Children Today.
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“I’d love to do a panto at theLiverpool Empire. That wouldbe my dream venue to perform.”
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What brings you to the city?I’ll be up to host ‘It’s aKnockout’ at the RiversdalePolice Club to raise funds forChildren Today. It’s a fun gameif you don’t mind gettingsoaking wet and covered infoam. My role will be thewielder of the mallet. I wasthere last year and I’m thrilledto bits to be doing it again. It’s guaranteed to be a day of good fun.Tell us a little about thecharity...I’ve been involved with themfor 18 months and I’m veryimpressed by their dynamism.What I like about them is thatthey help kids straight awayand they focus on what’sneeded now. The children needany help they can get and it wasgreat that I could raise £20,000for them when I was doing ‘I’m a Celebrity’.Do you like getting out andabout around the country?I love it. Whether it’s doing a show, something for charity,or hosting an art exhibition,
I feel that I’m a very lucky manbecause I get to travel all over.In fact my many trips are where I find the inspiration for my art.You’ve developed a growingreputation as an artist. Howlong have you beenpainting?I’ve always loved art. I used totake the paints on Wacaday butnow I can put a bit more timeand effort into it. That doesn’tmean I’m a bore with it, I canjust give it a bit more focus. Iheld a recent exhibition of myacrylics and water colours inEssex which was reallyenjoyable and I’ve got anotherexhibition coming up inEccleston. People don’t oftenrealise that I’m an artist.Is painting a way to relax?No, I don’t find it relaxing. It’sa lot of hard work and all aboutconcentrating the mind tomake sure you’ve got it right.These things don’t necessarilycome easy.Who’s your inspiration?Rolf Harris and I are good
mates. We speak on an almostdaily basis. In fact, his is thenext call I’ll make today before he goes off to play atGlastonbury.Which entertainers do youadmire at the moment?CBBC have a number of greatshows and I like a lot of thedouble acts such as ‘Dick andDom’ and ‘JK and Joel’. We’vegot a lot of new talent comingthough and we shouldencourage it.What’s been the highlight of your career?I think ‘Itsy Bitsy’ getting tonumber one was pretty amazingand I also love the fact that mypaintings are so warmlyreceived. What’s been your mostmemorable moment intelevision?Bashing Margaret Thatcherwith the mallet has to be upthere. I met her when she wasprime minister and she reachedfor the mallet and asked, “Whatdoes this do?” I just let herhave it.What was the jungleexperience like?I enjoyed it. I love the greatoutdoors. The deprivation isquite entertaining. You do gethungry and tired but that’s theeasy bit. The hardest part isdealing with the other people.It isn’t easy but of course whenyou are watching it’s hilarious.I do like to have a laugh, somoments like Kilroy gettingcovered in gloop keep youentertained.What’s next for you?I’ve become a patron at StDeiniol’s Library in Hawardenthrough a family connection.It’s the only prime ministeriallibrary in the UK and wellrenowned internationally. I’vebecome involved in raisingmoney for a new addition to thelibrary – an Islamic ReadingRoom and Religious ResourceCentre. Our feeling is that inthis day and age we need somesort of understanding with eachother. I think we should all begetting on with each other
because you never know whenit’s going to end.Any plans to do panto this year?I’d like to do panto again thisyear but the family are comingfrom all over the world to enjoya Hogwarts style Christmas ascaretakers at St Deiniol’s. I’dlove to do a panto at theLiverpool Empire though. That would be my dream venue to perform.
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Marple, Cheshire, 18 October 1955Education:
Rosehill Primary School(Marple); Earnseat PrepSchool (Arnside); HydeGrammar School; WarwickUniversity, BA (Hons)History of ArtLives:
Cookham, BerkshireTrademarks/ Props:
Loud shirts, colourful glassesand pink foam mallet ‘PinkyPunky’
Interview by Jon Kearney
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Don’t Miss:Timmy Mallett will be hosting ‘It’s a Knockout’ atthe Riversdale Police Club,Aigburth, on Sunday 19 July.The event is in aid of theChildren Today charity, with money raised helping to provide specialisedequipment for children and young people withdisabilities in the local area.‘It’s a Knockout’ is for teamswith up to 10 people, with a minimum sponsorship of£1000 per team. If you fancyjoining Timmy and are up to the challenge, contact Ceri Ward on 01244 335622 [email protected] further details.
Mallett’spalette
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*HomeBuy Direct Shared Equity Scheme is available on selected plots at selected developments only, subject to status, terms and conditions. Persimmon can recommend a financial adviser or solicitor that is familiar with HomeBuy Direct. Offer is based on full asking prices and is not available in conjunction with any other offer or promotion. You are not required to provide a deposit to be eligible for the HomeBuy Direct scheme, although some lenders may need you to pay a deposit as part of their lending criteria. Written details available on request. Persimmon cannot give you any financial advice. YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ONYOUR MORTGAGE. Full details available on request. ††Available on selected plots only, subject to status, terms and conditions and use of a Persimmon-nominated broker and/or solicitor where necessary. †Calls to 0845 numbers are now free with BT depending on your Calling Plan. Mobile and other providers’ charges may vary. Prices and details correct at time of going to press. 547LA
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I’ve recently moved, and the bathroom really needs decorating.There are some exposed pipes in one corner, which look really ugly!Do you have any ideas on how to disguise these?
Boxing in is usually the best way to hide exposed pipes. The job is quite simple to do yourself if you are good at and confident inyour DIY skills, but if not I would recommend using a good joiner,as the joints need to be as neat as possible for the new addition to merge as part of the wall. If you’re attempting the job yourself, I would use plywood and be as accurate with the measurements as possible. If you have trouble getting the edges to fit smoothlyagainst the wall, use a good quality filler. Finally I would paint the boxing in the same colour as your walls to disguise those pipes completely!
I’m living in a rented apartment in town. My landlords arefantastic but have said that if I make any changes to theapartment, I would have to make good before I leave in order toreceive my full deposit. The walls in the apartment are paintedwhite, and I would like to add some colour or pattern withoutspending a great deal of money or causing any damage to theproperty. Do you have any ideas?
2009 has seen some really good decorating devices coming ontothe cheaper end of the home decorating market. Colourful,decorative wall stickers could be an ideal solution. The graphicstickers or decals are available to suit every room. They are perfectfor use in rented accommodation as most can be fixed andremoved from the walls without any damage to paint work, but please read the manufacturer’s instructions to check first. I would have a look at companies such as Rockett St George,Brume and B&Q to find your personal favourite.
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We have just returned from a fantastic holiday in Spain. One ofthe bars, which we used to go into, had fantastic colourful glasschandeliers with lots of beads wrapped round them. I loved thelights and would like to have them in my home. Do you knowanywhere that may sell similar lights?
Without seeing the lights it’s really hard to direct you to theright supplier. However, Hiccup Gifts at www.hiccupgifts.comhas a really glamorous multicoloured glass chandelier. The light with its Leitmotif design has six arms and is draped withcolourful beads. It sounds similar to the lights, which you have seen on holiday. I would definitely suggest that you have a look online.
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More than 200 guestsattended the inaugural NewHeartlands Making a Difference Awardsevent at the MarriottHotel in Queen Square.Unsung heroes inLiverpool HousingMarket Renewal Areaswere celebrated on thenight, with winnersfrom six areas of thecity chosen from 18shortlisted. Lodge Laneand District CreditUnion, the triumphantnominees from theLodge Lane area, werealso recognised as the overall championfrom the six renewalareas. Radio CityDJ Rick Vaughn
oversaw proceedings,introducing musicalentertainment fromMD Productions andSense of Sound.
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1. The sparkling Making a Difference award.
2. Jacqui Hardy, far right, arriveswith guests.
3. Guests inspect the miniSuperlambananas in their goodybags.
4. MD Productions in action.
5. Making a Difference winners and nominees.
6. Awards host Rick Vaughn.
7. Sense of Sound in full voice.
8. Lord Mayor Cllr Mike Storeychats to guests.
9. Lord Mayor Cllr Mike Storeypraises the nominees.
10. Jubilant scenes as the winnersare announced.
11. Cath Green, executive director for Community Services at LiverpoolCity Council, with Lord Mayor Cllr Mike Storey, Champion Award winners from Lodge Laneand District Credit Union, and NewHeartlands managing directorPauline Davis.
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For a simple arbour design, digthe postholes around 30 inchesdeep in your chosen locationand fill the first few inches withgravel for drainage. Plumb theposts with a level and hold inplace with foundation stakesbefore setting in concrete.When the concrete is dry pullout the foundation stakes andtop the holes with gravel.Attach the beams with stainlesssteel washers and screws and do the same with thecrosspieces, spacing themevenly on top. Make the arbourmore attractive by first cuttingan interesting design into theend of each beam andcrosspiece.
Top tip – Try incorporating a seatinto your desired design.
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Eco-friendly storage is fastbecoming fashionable andpractical. With calls to reduceour use of plastic carrier bags forwrapping, carrying and storingshopping as a means to saveresources and avoid excessmaterials ending up in landfill,more of us are returning totraditional storage ideas – withsurprising results. Some fruitand vegetable barrows and localshops still sell fresh goods inbrown paper bags, which areideal in helping to keep thesunlight away from the goodsand stop them from over-ripening too quickly. Whenpurchasing your potatoes andother fruit and vegetables,choose the loose varieties ratherthan pre-packaged goods, andtake your own canvas and re-usable shopping bags to theshops. At home, sensible storageis leading the way in wastingless food and saving you money.Potatoes and root vegetables lastfor much longer when stored ina traditional canvas sack, out ofdirect sunlight, and not in aplastic bag. The breathablefabric keeps out the light andprovides good air circulation,helping to prevent sprouting.Plastic, however, wins no pointsfor preserving your spuds or insaving the planet: finishing lastin this eco-friendly competition!
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Garston Coastal WalkExplore the changing coastal environment around Garstonduring this four hour walk on Saturday 11 July from 11am.Meet in the car park at the bottom of Banks Road.
Warbreck Moor - an Urban OasisDiscover the flora and fauna of the moor with a healthy stroll.Meet at the main gate on Tuesday 21 July from 1pm.
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With your garden in fullsummer bloom, July is allabout maintenance. Trimclimbing plants such asclematis if large andovergrown and prune flowersto encourage even growth in the future. Keep a checkon weeds and pests such asgreenfly and water thirstyplants at night so thatmoisture seeps into the soil for longer.
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An ambitious new team hastaken over operations at ParrStreet Studio’s Studio 3.Beatmatch Productions hopesto nurture local talent at theLiverpool studio, which hashoused recording sessions fromartists such as Coldplay andOasis. Beatmatch managingdirector George Tudor-Williamscommented: “We want to createnew music in Liverpool. Thereare good new artists out thereand we want to help them get afoot in the door. The main partof our plan is to give something
back to the city because it has given us so much.”
The Beatmatch team, whichalso includes producers ChrisDeas and Richard Turvey, metwhile studying at LIPA. Asidefrom its more conventionaluses, the newly refurbishedstudio will also host corporateteam bonding exercises. Georgeadded: “People tend to feelleast confident when they’resinging in front of people, so we feel the studio offersa unique opportunity for team building.”
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A Parr-fect team
Heads UpKasabian will headline Liverpool Music Week laterthis year. The indie rockers will perform at theLiverpool Arena on Monday 16 November. TheEnemy and Reverend & The Makers are among theother acts lined up to play at the festival.
Malingering MaladeAn extended run has been announced for The Hypochondriac atThe Playhouse. Audiences will now be tickled pink until 18 July.See www.everymanplayhouse.com.
Ring it out!A new sculpture made from oak and steel withringing bells is to be installed at the NationalWildflower Centre in Court Hey Park on Monday 13 July at 11am. The multi-sensory sculpture willtake pride of place in the woodland area of the site.See www.nwc.org.uk.
Deli-ciousDelifonseca in Liverpool city centre has won theFood Northwest Award. Opened in 2006 by CandiceFonseca, the retail outlet serves up tasty local andregional produce in the business quarter.
LOCAL ARTIST OGO IN THE REVAMPED STUDIO
THE NEW SCULPTURE
KASABIAN TO HEADLINE LIVERPOOL MUSIC WEEK
LUCY MEACOCK, CANDICE FONSECA, PAUL HUMPHREYS AND DONNA EDWARDS
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The launch of C&DProperties’ new websiteservice brought players in the city’s propertysector together forchampagne andnetworking in thebusiness district. The established sales, lettings andmanagement agency on Buckingham Placeentertained guests atShenanigans pub onTithebarn Street with a glitzy do and a bigscreen to showcase thenew website, online atwww.cdproperties.co.uk.
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1. Business partners Ian Murray and Daragh McDonald, C&DProperties.
2. Tracey Skyner, Rose Finnan and Natalie Smith, MSB Solicitors.
3. Nicola and Ian Murray,managing director of C&DProperties.
4. Paul Beckett, Yorkshire Bank, and guest Ria Biggins.
5. John Haynes, director ofinternational Coaching Academy,with Alice Kasikara from C&DProperties and Linda Atkins,International Coaching Academy.
6. Lexi McDonald and JohnDunford, Quay Records.
7. David Murphy, Dears Brack and Nick Bradbury, NorthwestSurveyors with Ian Murray.
8. Michelle McDaid served sparkling champagne to guests.
9. Orla McElroy, guest, withAlice Kasikara, C&D properties,
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10. Kevin Ross and Martin Davies,Brown Turner Ross Solicitors.
11. Adrian Curry, Sabetec Property Maintenance, with guest Katrina Gunn.
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‘One Night in Istanbul’, a football fairytale by Nicky Allt,‘Brick Up The Mersey Tunnels’ writer, is set to entertainfootball fans and theatre-goers alike from 9-18 July, at theLiverpool Empire. Performances start at 7.30pm. Telephone0844 847 2525 or visit www.liverpoolempire.org.uk.
OUR CHOICE BEST OF THE REST
One Night in Istanbul
Beatles Day10 July, Liverpool ArenaThe concert returns for the second yearrunning with a host of stars performing The Beatles’ songs. Telephone 0844 8000 400for tickets.
Electronic Flesh: The Techno Body15 July, The Box at FACT on Wood StreetMarshall McLuhan’s utopian idea of the‘global village’ of new technology sparkedtechnophobia in the 80s, and this exhibitionexplores the fusion of man and machine infashion, music and film.
Cecil Beaton: Portraits26 June – 31 August, Walker Art GalleryThis stunning exhibition of nearly 50 portraitsby Cecil Beaton includes a dazzling array ofsuperstars from the Queen to Mick Jagger,Marilyn Monroe and Audrey Hepburn, toWinston Churchill and Lucian Freud.
Trip Through My Window10- 25 July, Arena Gallery, 1am - 5pmThe new gallery space on the first floor of theElevator Building on Parliament Streetpresents an exhibition of new works by AnnaKetskemety. Enjoy refreshments afterwards inLeaf Tea Shop and Bar in the same building.
Liverpool Life in Art: Victoria Gallery & Museum11 July, drop in from 1pm - 4pm, Brownlow HillThis free collage-making workshop takesinspiration from Liverpool poet AdrianHenri. Make sure you visit ‘The MerseySound’ exhibition while you’re there lookingat the creative work of Liverpool poets RogerMcGough, Brian Patten and Adrian Henrithrough art, music and performance.
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ONE TO WATCH OUT FOR
Ghost Stories – A Night Opera ‘Ghost Stories – A Night Opera’ is an atmospheric clusterof works with a ghostly theme by Liverpool musician and composer Neil Campbell. The sunset performance on 16 July will begin at 9pm prompt with a soundinstallation. Telephone the box office at the UnityTheatre, Hope Place on 0151 709 4988.
Brick Up The Mersey Tunnels10 July – 22 August, Royal Court, 8pmThis fast-becoming-a-classic homegrown play by Dave Kirbyand Nicky Allt takes a humorous look at the physical dividebetween Liverpool and Wirral. Telephone 0870 787 1866.
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Telephone Blacks Estate Agents on 0151 933 7077 or visitwww.mike-black.co.uk.
Swan Inn Springfield Road, AughtonT: 01695 421 450
Highlight: The lunch special offerstwo main meals for £15 or twocourse for £10.95, with manydishes served from 12pm until 8pm.
Chef’s special: The short crustchicken pie, with a rich filling and just enough crust, is a tasty,nutritious and substantial main course.
“I knew I had theexperience behindme to makeit a success.”
The newly refurbished Swan Innin Aughton has been drawingattention for its interior fit-out,and is also enjoying a warmreception for its fresh, cooked-on-the-premises, locally sourcedproduce, and traditional ales. The drive to Aughton, nearOrmskirk, where I meet MikeBlack of Blacks Estate Agents,offers a welcome rural retreatfrom the city and from Mike’sBootle office, where he’s beenbased for five years now.Covering the area betweenKirkdale, Crosby and Aintree,Blacks sells houses from thelower end of the marketupwards, catering for first timebuyers and expanding families,right up to more expensiveproperties. Sales have beencoming in pretty quickly of late:“Things have been picking up agood deal. Dealing for the mostpart with cheaper properties, mybusiness hasn’t been as badlyaffected as others’, but it isstarting to move more quicklyagain now.” With four staffmembers in the Bootle office andworking in partnership withPlatinum lettings agents, Blacksis the first port of call for sales inthe north Liverpool area, with a
particular appeal for first timebuyers and those requiring a onestop shop, in-house service.
Mike opts for the Thaifishcakes to start, which arrivein a portion of three withchopped fresh peppers and salsa.I choose the Bury black puddingwhich, I’m told, uses the headchef ’s spice mixture in itsrecipe, topped with bacon and a fried egg. We choose to shareand sample the adventurouscombination of cultures as wediscuss Mike’s varied career,which has seen him work inhospitality in Tenerife beforechoosing to get into property.From joining Collertons as atrainee manager, Mike quicklyrose through the ranks tobecome area manager forLiverpool running eightbranches: “When it came tosetting up on my own andconcentrating on just onebranch it was obviously a newbusiness challenge and agamble, but I knew I had theexperience behind me to makeit a success.”
For our main course, I opt for the short crust chicken pie,served with mash and steamedvegetables, while Mike is
tempted by the fresh salmonfillet, served on a bed of puréedmash and fine green beans.Head chef Robbie informs usthat all the vegetables are locallygrown and that everything isprepared on the premises – as all good pub food should be.
Blacks is also part of TheHome Market on Marion Squarein Netherton, which sees estateagents from across the area cometogether in a joint venture tooffer properties, financial andlegal advice, HIPs andconveyancing, under a singleroof. It’s a move which has seenSefton businesses decide to worktogether for mutual benefit. Inhis spare time, Mike likes towrite short stories and poems,and enjoys training for theannual Sefton Triathlon whichhe supports each year. He says:“It’s a brilliant community eventwhich I’m really proud to be partof, and everyone says that afteryou’ve been once to watch ortake part, you can’t help but getthe bug.” He hopes to continuecontributing to the eventsponsorship next year but for now, with the marketpicking up, he’s certainly got plenty on his plate.
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//// LUCY OLIVER INTERVIEWS MIKE BLACK AT THE SWAN INN IN AUGHTON
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The Lord Mayor, Cllr Mike Storey, joinedstudents and guests atNotre Dame to celebratethe launch of a spectacularthree week arts festival. To open the programme of events, 400 guestswere treated to aperformance of‘Welcome to OurWorld’, an explosion of visual artistry, set on a long-forgotten planet.In keeping with thisyear’s ‘Our City, OurPlanet’ campaignthroughout the city, the festival showcasesdance, drama andmusical performancesfrom schoolchildren, and expects to seearound 15,000 visitorsthroughout July.
//// STREETLIFE NOTRE DAME CATHOLIC COLLEGE, 29 JUNE 2009
Summer Arts Festival
PETER GARDEN, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR FOR LEARNING AND ENGAGEMENT AND SARAHTAN, EDUCATION OFFICER, BOTH FROM ROYAL LIVERPOOL PHILHARMONIC WITHCHRISTINE MCCANN, HEADTEACHER, NOTRE DAME CATHOLIC COLLEGE FOR THE ARTS,AND PETER THORPE, SECONDARY STRATEGY MANAGER AT LIVERPOOL CITY COUNCIL
GUESTS ENJOYED THE PERFORMANCES
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SISTERS OF NOTRE DAME
“400 guests were treated to a performanceof ‘Welcome to Our World’, an explosion of visual artistry, set on a long-forgottenplanet.”
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TEACHERS KATHERINE ROSS AND GAVINGIBBONS FROM NOTRE DAME CATHOLICCOLLEGE FOR THE ARTS
VISITORS ENJOYED THE SPECTACLE
FRANK COGLEY, MIKE STOREY (LORD MAYOR OF LIVERPOOL), AND HEADTEACHER CHRISTINE MCCANN
AMY GERRAGHTY
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DANCERS MIA MOLLOY, REBECCASIMPSON, SARAH DOCHERTY ANDSOPHIE CHALLINOR
VISITORS TO THE COLLEGE
NOTRE DAME CATHOLIC COLLEGE FOR THE ARTS DANCE GROUP
PUPILS MADE LANTERNS FROM WILLOW
AND PAPER FOR THE SHOW’S FINALE, AS
MICHAEL JACKSON’S ‘HEAL THE WORLD’
WAS SUNG IN TRIBUTE TO THE POP STAR.
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