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LIVERPOOL’S GUIDE TO PROPERTY & CULTURE
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LAST FEW HOMEBUY PROPERTIESAT BRIDGEWATER PARK
06 AUG – 19 AUG 2010
NEW STAMP DUTY LEVYGREEN HOUSE
PARADISE IN THE PARKBEACH PARTY
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• Fabulous new residential development
• Thirty 1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments
• Liverpool city centre
• Walking distance of Liverpool business district
• Architect designed
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Four Best BuysFeaturing City Residential, King Sturge, PrioryProperty Services and Sutton Kersh
Four Best LetsFeaturing City Residential, Castle Estates,HomeLets and NorthwoodUK
Cover StoryHot Topic‘Green’ tax on energy wasting homes
Hot off the PressExclusive offer at The Gallery
Cover StoryHot and HappeningLast HomeBuy properties at Bridgewater Park
Ask The AgentOur experts answer your property dilemmas
Have Your SayThe Big Society
MoversOne bedroom apartment at The Gallery
The Government’splans for our future arein the spotlight thisissue, as we bring you themost up-to-date property newsand events. The Big Society is upfor discussion in “Have Your Say”,while we consider the implicationsof a proposed new tax on energywasting homes. As the HomeBuyDirect scheme draws to a closewe feature some of the lastremaining deals and we bring youa round-up of all the propertynews in the region. JonathanKearney interviews the face ofWelsh tourism Rhod Gilbert andthere are pictures from the biggestevents in the city.
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How much?£189,950Number of bedroomsThree Close toRiver, docks, city centreBenefits fromEn suite shower room, large living area and secure parkingBest featureTwo stunning sunny terraces
Agent’s view“City Residential is delighted to offer for sale this extremelyattractive and superbly presented, spacious three bed duplexpenthouse at City Quay. The property comprises a generouslyproportioned open plan living/dining area with large terracesrunning along either side of the penthouse, contemporaryfitted kitchen appliances.”
CITY QUAY,ELLERMAN ROAD L3
14 MELFORD GROVE,LIVERPOOL L6
How much?£132,950Number of bedroomsThreeClose toEasy access to Liverpool city centreBenefits fromBlocked paved front and rear garden,conservatory, quiet residential road, notover looked.Best featureNice quiet residential area with aconservatory. Space for upto three cars onthe driveway
Agent’s view“This property is maintained to a high standardand benefits from gas heating, double glazing,spacious fitted kitchen and dining area.Viewing is highly recommended to appreciateall that the property has to offer. The propertyhas the added benefit of having no chain.”
0151 231 6100
ANDREW SCHOFIELDassistant sales manager andresidential valuer at City Residential
VIEW NOW
0151 260 0300
SHEILA RENSHAWproprietor atPriory Property ServicesVIEW NOW
Four best buysWHAT’S ON THE MARKET?
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How much?£460,000Number of bedroomsFourClose toSouth Liverpool location near Sefton Parkand excellent schoolsBenefits fromFour double bedrooms, two ensuites,basement/games room, electric gates,large new conservatoryBest featureSecure private setting in leafy suburb ofAigburth Mersey Road area
Agent’s view“This house is very reasonably pricedconsidering the secluded and exclusive area inwhich it is situated. A real family home.Viewing is highly recommended.
How much?£475,000Number of bedroomsFourClose toRopewalks and the Georgian QuarterBenefits fromBeautifully presented,well proportioned roomsBest featureLovely views over St Lukes
Agent’s view“Rare opportunity to purchase a townhousewith views over St Lukes Church. If youare looking for a period property in a centrallocation, don't commit to anything until youhave seen this house.”
PROPERTIES FOR SALE
ST. ANNE'S ROAD,AIGBURTH L7
BOLD PLACE,CITY CENTRE L1
0151 242 6490
VICKI BURTONassistant sales and lettingsmanager at King SturgeVIEW NOW
0151 734 0666
SUE BULLENmanager atSutton Kersh Allerton
VIEW NOW
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£950pcm
TOWER BUILDING, L3 • 4th floor apartment • Two bedroom • Furnished• City and river views• Fitted kitchen, Parking• Ensuites, central heating
£650pcm
ELLERMAN ROAD, L3 • 2nd floor apartment • Furnished• Bright and spacious• Views of water feature• Two large bedrooms• Open plan living area
£400pcm
SPRINGBANK ROAD, L4 • Two bedroom terrace• Unfurnished • Recently refurbished• Lounge/dining room• Kitchen, bathroom• CH, DG, yard
£400pcm
MIDDLETON STREET, L7 • Unfurnished mid terrace • Lounge, kitchen• Ground floor shower • Three bedrooms• GCH, rear yard
£550pcm
GARSWOOD STREET, L8 • Spacious terraced • Unfurnished • Lounge, dining room• 3 bedrooms• Bathroom• CH, DG, yard
£950pcm
KENTWELL GROVE, L12 • Four bedroom detached • Part-furnished• Lounge, dining room• Modern kitchen, utility• Master ensuite, gardensGCH, DG, garage and drive
£600pcm
BRYANSTON ROAD, L17 • Three bedroom terrace• Unfurnished• Lounge, dining room• Kitchen, bathroom• GCH, DG, yard
£650pcm
BOXDALE ROAD, L18 • Three bedroom• Unfurnished• Lounge, dining room• Modern fitted kitchen• Bathroom• Yard
£420pcm
MERTON TOWERS, L20 • One bedroom apartment • 2nd floor • Unfurnished • Lounge, kitchen• Bathroom• GCH, DG, garage
£600pcm
HANSBY DRIVE, L24 • Three bedroom semi• Unfurnished• Lounge, kitchen/dining • Bathroom• GCH, DG• Gardens and parking
£154,950
MANHATTON PLACE • Duplex Penthouse • Two Double Bedrooms• Spacious Open Plan Living • Fitted Kitchen• Bathroom/WC, No Chain• En-Suite Shower Room
£115,000
ST ANDREW STREET • Ground floor apartment • Two bedrooms• Lounge/dining room kitchen• Bathroom/wc • Secure car space• No chain
£35,000
LEMON STREET • Ground Floor Flat • Two Double Bedrooms• Lounge Kitchen• Bathroom, Separate WC • UPVC Double Glazing• No Chain
£110,000
CONCERT STREET • Second Floor Apartment • Open Plan Living Area• Two Bedrooms • Fitted Kitchen• Contemporary Bathroom • En Suite Shower Room
£105,000
WESTMINSTER CHAMBERS • Ground/Lower Grd Floor• Duplex Apartment• Two Bedrooms• Lounge Kitchen/Diner• Bathroom/WC No Chain
£135,000 NEW
SNOWDON LANE • Modern End Town House • Three Bedrooms• Lounge Dining Room• Modern Kitchen Bathroom• DG, GCH, Cloakroom • Driveway, Garden
£117,500
COLIN DRIVE• Modern End Town House • Two Bedrooms• Lounge Kitchen/Diner• Bathroom/Wc Upvc • DG, GCH• Inspection Recommended
AwaitingPhotograph
7 Day Notice384 South Ferry Quay
Liverpool L3 4EL.
We are acting in the saleof the above propertyand have received an
offer of £159,950.
Any interested partymust submit any
higher offer in the next 7 days to:
Sutton Kersh 30/32 Exchange StreetEast , Liverpool L2 3PQ
Tel 0151 236 2332£110,000 75% shared ownership
CANNING STREET A bright modern two bedroomedapartment situated on the thirdfloor of this popular developmentat the junction of Canning Streetand Catharine Street within thefashionable Georgian quarter ofthe city close to the AnglicanCathedral and Philharmonic Hall.The property is owned on ashared ownership basis withArena Housing and there is a rentof £60.00 per month payable in respect of their 25%share. An early inspection is well recommended
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£720,000
THE COLONNADES A rare opportunity to purchaseone of the largest apartments onthe waterfront measuringapproximately 3000 sq.ft andsituated on the fourth floor of thisprestigious development at AlbertDock which is home to the TateGallery, Maritime Museum and anexcellent selection of stylish barsand restaurants. The Kings DockArena and Liverpool Oneshopping complex are alsosituated nearby. The apartmentenjoys impressive views acrossAlbert Dock to the city. There is asecure allocated car space andconcierge on reception.Immediate vacant possession isavailable upon completion
£499,950
MOUNT STREET An elegant Grade ll listedGeorgian town houseoccupying a much soughtafter position off HopeStreet. The property hasbeen tastefully renovatedby the present owners andyet retains much of itsoriginal character andcharm. The renovationswere architect designedand supervised, there isdesigner lightingthroughout. Thekitchen/breakfast room isfitted with a stylish range ofcontemporary base unitswith stainless steel frontsand woodblock worktops.There is an en-suite showerroom at first floor level anda contemporary bathroomwith frosted glass screen tothe second floor. To therear of the property there isa landscaped garden with alarge two level timber deck,original Yorkshire stonepatio and a mature conifertree. There is a resident'spermit parking scheme inoperation locally. Aninternal inspection isstrongly recommended toappreciate the manyfeatures of this excellentfamily home.
£795,000
THE COLONNADES A rare opportunity to purchase this stunning two bedroom apartment
situated on the third floor of this prestigious waterfront development
at Albert Dock which is home to the Tate Gallery, Maritime Museum
and a selection of stylish bars and restaurants. This bespoke apartment
has been individually designed by the present owner and has many
unique features including a solid maple fitted kitchen with 'Gaggenau'
appliances and black star galaxy granite worktops. There is a walk in
dressing room off the master bedroom and en suite shower room with
'Capri' limestone tiled floor and walls. The property occupies a corner
position giving impressive views of the River and Mersey Estuary. There
are two secure underground car spaces and two secure store rooms.
The property has extensive touch control 'Lutron' lighting throughout
and an integrated sound system. An internal inspection is absolutely
essential to appreciate the many features of this stunning apartment.
View a 360% tour on our website
£205,000 £30,000 Reduction
BEETHAM PLAZAA two bedroom apartmentsituated on the third floorof this prestigiousdevelopment on the Strandopposite Mann Island andthe world famous 'ThreeGraces'. The apartmentenjoys views up BrunswickStreet to Castle Street. Thedevelopment features aresidents gymnasioum andconcierge service. An earlyinspection is wellrecommended
£595,000
ALEXANDRA TOWER A rare opportunity to purchasethis three bedroom duplexpenthouse apartment situated onthe 25th and 26th floors of theprestigeous Alexandra Towerdevelopment on the waterfrontclose to the world famous 'threegraces' and the cruise linerterminal. This stunning apartmentenjoys impressive river and cityviews and features a spaciousterrace and two secure car spaces.Alexandra Tower is a landmarkaddition to the Liverpool skylineand is set to become one of themost sought after addresses in thecity. An early inspection isessential.
£149,950 NEW
CITY GATE • Third Floor Apartment • Two Double Bedrooms• Open Plan Living Area • Modern Fitted Kitchen• En-Suite Shower Room • Contemporary Bathroom
£215,000
WATERLOO WAREHOUSE This spacious duplex apartment offers superb
views over waterloo Dock to the river. Waterloo
Warehouse is a grade II listed building and the
apartment has many original features including
exposed brickwork and barrel vaulted ceilings.
Parking is a problem at many city centre
developments but here, there is a secure allocated
car space and visitor parking. The property has
been well cared for by the present owners and
provides quiet waterfront living within easy reach
of the city centre.
£285,000
EAST QUAY This two bedroom apartment is situated on the third floor of
a Grade ll listed warehouse on the waterfront adjacent to the
prestigious Albert Dock complex which is home to the Tate
Gallery, Maritime Museum and a host of stylish bars and
restaurants. The Kings Dock Arena and Liverpool One retail
shopping district are within easy walking distance. The
apartment has been completely redesigned and renovated to
a high standard by the present owners. The kitchen is fitted
with a comprehensive range of modern units with high gloss
fronts, granite worktops and integrated 'Neff' appliances. The
bathroom and en-suite shower room feature a contemporary
suite with Travatine tiled floor and walls. Other features
include oak internal doors, oak flooring and exposed
brickwork to barrel vaulted ceilings. The property enjoys
views across Wapping Dock to the river. There is a secure
allocated car space with remote controlled access. An internal
inspection is strongly recommended to appreciate the many
features of this outstanding property
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The Close, Walton
£168,000
Three Storey Semi, Modern Kitchen/Diner,Five Bedrooms, Feature Bathroom, TwoReceptions, Garden, DG & GCH, No Chain
Southfield Road, Orrell Park
£139,950
Three Bed Semi Detached, Kitchen/Diner,Extended To Rear, Bathroom, Two Receptions,Slate Driveway, DG & GCH, Feature Garden
School Lane, Litherland
£179,950
Three Bed Semi, DG & GCH, Two Receptions,Slate Driveway, Modern Kitchen/Diner,Feature Gardens, Bathroom, Tasteful Decor
Park Lane, Bootle
£153,950
Three Bed Semi, Bathroom, Two ReceptionRooms, Driveway, DG & GCH, 80ft LongGarden, Modern Kitchen, Partly Refurbished
Moss Lane, Orrell Park
£174,950
Three Storey Semi , Bathroom & Shower Room,Seven Bedrooms, Five Car Drive, ThreeReceptions, Garage, GCH, Spacious Gardens
Monfa Road, Bootle
£74,950
Mid Town House, Utility , Two Bedrooms,Modern Bathroom, DG & GCH, PavedGardens, Modern Kitchen/Diner, No Chain
Mitchell Crescent, Litherland
£64,950 OIRO
Ground Floor Apartment, Kitchen/Diner, TwoBedrooms, Bathroom, DG, Communal Gardens& Yard, GCH, No Chain
Marina Avenue, Litherland
£184,950
Semi Detached, Kitchen/Diner, Three/FiveBedrooms, Bathroom, Two/Five Receptions,Driveway/Porch, DG & GCH, Feature Gardens
Girton Avenue, Bootle
£112,000
Mid Terrace, Kitchen , Three Bedrooms,Modern Bathroom, Two Reception Rooms,Garden to Rear, DG & GCH, Tasteful Decor
Galsworthy Avenue, Bootle
£114,950
End Town House, Kitchen , Three Bedrooms,Three Car Drive, Two Reception Rooms,Bathroom, DG & GCH, Spacious Gardens
Falconhall Road, Fazakerley
£39,950
First Floor Apartment, Double Glazing, OneBedroom, GCH, Modern Kitchen, CommunalGardens, Modern Bathroom, No Chain
Earl Road, Bootle
£115,995
Three Bed Terrace, Bathroom, Two Receptions,Downstairs Shower Room, DG & GCH,Utility/Park Views, Kitchen/Diner, No Chain
Drake Crescent, Fazakerley
£93,950 OIRO
End Town House, Bathroom, Two Bedrooms,Two Car Driveway, DG & GCH, FeatureGardens, Modern Kitchen/Diner, No Chain
Clare Road, Bootle
£79,950
Mid Terrace, Modern Kitchen/Diner , ThreeBedrooms, Modern Bathroom, Two ReceptionRooms, Tasteful Decor, DG & GCH, No Chain
California Road, Clubmoore
£74,950
Semi Detached, GCH, Three Bedrooms,Modernisation Required, Two ReceptionRooms, Paved Garden, DG, No Chain
Atlantic Way, Bootle
£124,950 OIRO
Three Bed Semi, 4/5 Car Drive, TwoReceptions, Garage, DG & GCH, Front & RearGardens, Kitchen/Diner, No Chain
Truro Avenue, Netherton
£88,950
3 Bed Mid Town House, Gas Central Heating,Modern Kitchen/Diner, Two Car Drive, StylishBathroom, Gardens, DG, No Chain
Rose Avenue, Bootle
Three Bedroom Semi, Modern Kitchen, DG &GCH, Modern Bathroom, Utility/Conservatory,Drive/Gardens, D/S Shower Room, No Chain
Burnie Avenue, Bootle
£109,950
Semi Detached, Modern Bathroom, TwoBedrooms, Paved Drive, DG & GCH, Gardens∑ Modern Kitchen, No Chain
PUBLIC NOTICE
Blacks Estate Agents
are now in receipt of an offer
for the sum of £40,000 for
39 Spenser Street, Bootle,
Liverpool, L20 4LN. Anyone
wishing to place an offer on
this property should contact
Blacks Estate Agents,
9 Harris Drive, Bootle,
Liverpool, L20 6LD.
0151 933 7077,
before exchange of contracts.
£139,950 Offers Invited
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How much?£650 pcmNumber of bedroomsTwoClose toAlbert Dock and Liverpool OneBenefits fromEnsuite bathroom and secure allocated parkingBest featureMarina view and balcony
Agent’s view“Royal Quay continues to be high in demand. Close tothe Echo Arena, the Wheel of Liverpool and newrestaurants and bars at the Albert Dock, this fullyfurnished apartment is perfect for young professionals.This apartment will be available from 15 August butthey get snapped up quickly.”
ROYAL QUAY,KINGS DOCK L3
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How much?£650 pcmNumber of bedroomsTwoClose toMoorfields train stationBenefits fromGreat location in the business district,close to supermarkets and shopsBest featureA magnificent Grade 2 listed building
Agent’s view“A well presented spacious two bedroom apartment inthis most appealing period conversion. The apartment isfully furnished to a high standard and offers an openplan and spacious living area with separate dining areaand modern fully fitted kitchen. Secure allocatedparking via stacker system is also available at anadditional cost.”
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How much?£550 pcmNumber of bedroomsTwoClose toWavertree Technology Park, railway stationBenefits fromSecure gated parkingBest featureFully integrated kitchen
Agent’s view“This modern first floor apartment isconveniently located for local train stations andmotorway links. The accommodation includes,open plan lounge/kitchen with fitted appliances,study, double bedroom, single bedroom andfamily bathroom. It also benefits from gascentral heating and secure parking. ”
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How much?£725 pcmNumber of bedroomsTwoClose toVibrant Allerton Road/Sefton parkBenefits fromExcellent transport links Best featureLarge, light and spacious
Agent’s view“Award winning developers AshburyHomes is offering a truly spacious andmodern property, within a highly desirabledevelopment and location.”
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Under the proposals beingconsidered, buyers moving tothe least energy efficient homeswould have to bear anadditional 0.5 per cent levy ontop of the normal rate of stampduty, adding hundreds, if notthousands of pounds to the costof a new home. As part of thescheme, initially commissionedby the previous government,those purchasing homes withan energy efficiency rating of For G would be liable for thenew tax and would only beeligible for a rebate ifsignificant upgrades weremade. The tax would penalisehomes with insufficientinsulation, an old inefficientboiler or draughty windows,with the cost of upgrading to aminimum E grade amountingto several thousand pounds inmost cases. It is believed thosewho improved their property tothe required minimum withinan allocated time frame wouldbe refunded the 0.5 per centlevy, together with anadditional 0.5 per cent.
Sue Taylor, head of KeppieMassie Residential, believes theplan would create a freshobstacle to prospective firsttime buyers. She said: “This isyet another “fund raiser” bythe Government which willpenalise house buyers or sellersin the most vulnerable sectors
of the market. We are alreadyproducing Energy PerformanceCertificates on all propertiesfor sale and let, which doesn’tinfluence buyers or renters inany way. The market forproperties in need ofrenovation is one of the onlyavenues available to some firsttime buyers. Let’s not deterthem from entering thehousing market yet again.”
The proposal was part of areport by the ‘GreenInvestment Bank Commission’initially commissioned byformer Chancellor AlistairDarling and produced by BobWigley, chairman of the YellGroup. The tax could form partof the Government’s “Green
Deal”, which is expected to belaunched towards the end of2012. That initiative wouldagain favour the most energyefficient homes, withhouseholders offered ‘greenmakeovers’ as part of the widerpromotion of the climatechange lobby, advocated by theprevious government and theincumbents. According to the
Energy Saving Trust, theGovernment aim to have allnew homes built in Britainmeet “zero-carbon standards”by 2016.
Nick Dawson, head ofresidential at Venmore,Allerton, thinks the stamp dutypenalty could be considered aform of stealth tax. He said: “Ithink it would be fair andjustified for some form oftaxation to be placed onhouseholds who fail to recycleor create excessive wastage, beit refuse or homes who fail toinsulate properly. On the otherhand there may be some whoconsider this a form of stealthtaxation. From a propertyperspective it will furtherwiden the gap between richand poor with many poorer,less affluent households beingunable to remedy any sub-standard insulation. Prices forlower income housing, un-modernisned or poorlymaintained stock will continueto inevitably fall and this maycause a landslide in pricesacross all property classes.”
A spokesman for theDepartment of Energy andClimate Change told YourMove that although theGovernment is consideringintroducing the tax, no planshave been finalised: “There aremany incentives that we areconsidering to tackle the hugechallenge of making homesmore energy efficient andsaving money on energy bills aspart of our Green Deal. We
The Government is considering a new tax on homes which waste energyas part of its “Green Deal”. We seek the view of local property expertson the proposal and consider the potential implications for the market.
WORDS BYJONATHANKEARNEY
‘homes withan energy
efficiency ratingof F or G would
be liable’
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HOT TOPIC
have no current plans tointroduce this and no finaldecisions have been made yet.”
Nick Stott, managing directorat HOMEsure, offered analternative to the proposal,saying: “I would suggestoffering to increase people’stax allowance so they can usethe extra money they earntowards reducing their home’scarbon footprint. This way,people can choose whether todo it safe in the knowledgethat they won’t be penalisedfor not having enough readilyavailable cash. It would alsokeep the Government’s cash
reserves in a healthier state asthey don’t have to pay outlump sums.” Nick added:“The suggestion ofincentivising sellers toupgrade their homes beforeputting them on the marketdoesn’t make as much sense asit would seem on the face of it.Not everyone wants to buy aproperty that has beenmodernised and leaves thebuyer without the opportunityto add value. Further, I thinkit leaves buyers wide open tonegative market fluctuations.If you have the ability to addvalue, you can increase theequity you have in a property
which hedges against a fall inthe market. If you don’t, anydrop in the market value willleave the vendor with negativeequity meaning they can’t sell,won’t sell, or will make a loss.I also think it’s another tax onthe poorer end of the market.No one wants to havedraughty windows and an old,inefficient boiler. Losing heatthrough windows, lofts andwalls because of draughtywindows means the occupierwill be paying extra in heatingbills, but cannot afford thelump sum to replace theirwindows, add extra insulationand upgrade their boiler.”
simple ways to improveenergy efficiency in
your home
Turn your thermostatdown a couple of
degrees in the winter
Ensure there’s adequateinsulation in your walls
and loft. It’s cheap toinstall and will save you
hundreds of pounds a year
Make sure your hot waterpipes and hot water
cylinder are properly lagged
Install energy saving bulbsthroughout the home.
They last around ten timeslonger than ordinary bulbs
Make use ofdraught excluders
in the winter months
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A trio of exciting offers from localhousebuilder Lovell means thelongwait for a foot on the propertyladder could soon be over for firsttime buyers in Liverpool.
Saving for your first home isn’t easy at thebest of times. In the current climate, withfewer and fewer banks and buildingsocieties willing to lend to first timebuyers without the security of a heftydeposit, it’s harder than it’s ever been. Butnow, there’s hope on the horizon thanksto Lovell, the affordable home specialists.These three new deals for first time buyersoffer a choice of practical, affordable waysto make the move into a place of yourown at last and depending on yourcircumstances, you can choose whicheverone deal suits you best.
There’s a Shared Equity option, whereyou take out themortgage you can affordto put towards your new home… whileLovell look after the rest by giving you aninterest free loan of up to 25%of the totalprice for up to ten years.
The beauty of shared equity is thatalthough the cost is shared, the propertyisn’t; your house is 100% yours, just as itwould be if you bought it with aconventional mortgage. And becauseyou’re borrowing less up front, you have alower mortgage repayment each monthonce you’ve moved in.
Alternatively, Lovell offer a Full FurniturePack. Even when they’ve managed tosave their deposit, many first timebuyers are put off taking the plunge bythe prospect of having to find moremoney to furnish their new home.Lovell offer an alternative with thisscheme, making sure your new home isfully kitted out with furniture, ready foryou to move in. That’s everything fromthe carpets, curtains, beds to the sofa.Just don’t forget your toothbrush.
Finally, if you’re putting a little away eachmonth and you’re still struggling to scrapetogether your deposit, Lovell will meetyou halfway. With Deposit Match, yousave up to just 5%of the total asking price
and Lovell will contribute the same,making it even easier to move.
Elaine Taylor, Regional Sales ManagerLovell North West, believes thecompany’s latest offers are good news forthose first time buyers who have beenfrustrated for so long by the current stateof the housing market:
“We’ve always made first time buyers ourfirst priority in Liverpool, and I’mconvinced these new deals will make allthe difference to people whose biggestdream is to move into a home they canfinally call their own.
“These three deals represent exceptionalvalue and prove that, although times are
still hard, it’s still possible to find anaffordable, quality first home in yourcommunity.”
Lovell has recently been awarded five starsfor customer satisfaction in a surveycarried out by the Home BuildersFederation and is renowned for creatinginnovative, top quality homes for familiesand first time buyers throughout theNorthWest.
Lovell has a range of 2 bedroomapartments from £94,950 and
3 bedroom homes from £122,500ideal for first time buyers inLiverpool. The Sales andMarketing Suites are open
Thursday -Monday at KensingtonSquare in Kensington and
Woodlee Green in Gateacre ordaily at Church Fields in Garston
10:00am - 5:00pm.For further information, visitwww.lovell.co.uk/newhomesor call 0151 487 3746
www.lovell.co.uk/newhomes
*SHARED EQUITY - Only available to first time buyers not investors or cash purchasers. A commitment fee of £500 is payable on reservation but is fully refundableon legal completion. A minimum 5% deposit will be required dependant on lender’s criteria. Lovell will retain 15% or 25% equity share in the property for a period ofup to 10 years, the repayment sum will reflect between 15% or 25% of the market value of the property at the time of sale or valuation (dependent upon lender andqualifying criteria). **5% DEPOSIT MATCH - Lovell will pay up to 5% of the purchase price of the selected plot, to match the customer’s deposit, as agreed at pointof reservation. To be eligible the customer must be able to prove that they are in possession of the agreed deposit amount. Customer must pay the standard reservationcharge on their selected plot. Deposit Match value will be deducted from total sale price on legal completion. ***FURNITURE PACK - See Lovell for full list of interiorsavailable in pack. Furniture cannot be substituted for cash discount on your purchase price. Lovell cannot give you any financial advice. YOUR HOME MAY BEREPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ON YOUR MORTGAGE. All offers available on selected plots subject to status, terms and conditions andusing Lovell Partnerships nominated financial advisors. Offers cannot be combined or used in conjunction with any other offers. Prices correct at time of going to press.
Save 5% of the asking pricetowards your deposit and we’ll
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THREE GREAT SITES ACROSS LIVERPOOL
Three great ways to get into your first home
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Woodlee GreenLee Hall Road, Gateacre.Sat Nav Postcode: L25 3RL.Tel: 0151 487 37463 bedroom homes from £122,500Open Thurs - Mon 10am to 5pm.
We know how hard it can be to savefor your first home. That’s why we’remaking first time buyers our first priority.
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The site manager at a topLiverpool development hasclaimed a third national award.
Shaun Phoenix, site manager ofRedrow’s Cressington Heathdevelopment in Garston, hasbeen awarded his third NationalHouse-Building Council Pride inthe Job ‘Quality’ award. Shaun,32, was selected from more than18,000 site managers nationwidein recognition of his work. Hewill now have to wait untilSeptember to discover if he’searned the coveted ‘Seal ofExcellence’, which would put
him in the top 130 site managersUK wide. Shaun commented:“It’s brilliant to be recognised athird time and it’s great for thewhole team. We all want to turnout high quality homes. I’mmade up with the ‘Quality’ awardand I’m just trying to raise thebar and get a step ahead with a‘Seal of Excellence’.”
Cressington Heath includes aselection of three and four-bedroom homes, with pricesfrom £165,995. For furtherinformation telephone 0845 6760510 or visit www.redrow.co.uk
Your Move readers have beenoffered an exclusive deal at a topLiverpool development.
Vermont Residential are offeringreaders £100 cash back perapartment for all rentalapplications made on The Gallerythroughout August. Withcontinuing high demand, very fewapartments remain at The Gallery,which is phase one of the citycentre The Quarter development.Sales and lettings manager NicolaJeffries commented: “The rentalshave been so popular at TheGallery, we’ve exceeded all targets.The apartment spec is fantasticand the development is very wellmanaged. As a result there are only
a limited number left.” Nicola alsoannounced that due to demandfrom buyers, Vermont are nowreleasing a couple of two bedroomapartments at The Gallery for salein conjunction with agents KeppieMassie. Nicola added: “Prices willrange from £149,950 for twobedroom corner units”. Additionalpackages are also available at TheGallery, including cleaningservices and internet. For furtherinformation telephone Vermont on0800 008 7707 or visitwww.thequarterliverpool.com
To claim the exclusive offer,simply bring along a copy ofthe Vermont ad on p26 whenmaking your application.
Gallery draws in readersPhoenixrises again
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This year’s Expo will be held inthe Golden Miller Suite atAintree Racecourse and willfeature a host of exhibitors, plusseminars throughout the dayfrom guest speakers includingproperty expert Sarah Walker.Nicola Smith fromNewHeartlands, commented:“We are delighted at the numberof landlords who havedownloaded their free tickets forthis year’s event and areexpecting even higher numbersof visitors this year. Standsales are going very well and wewill be equipped with a full
range of experts on hand to givevaluable and up to the minuteadvice on all matters related toproperty. This year weparticularly want to attractpotential landlords, thosethinking of investing in a buy-to-let property, as well as those whocurrently manage a portfolio.”The Merseyside Landlords Expotakes place on Thursday 23September from 10am.
To download your free tickets,or if you wish to exhibit at theExpo, visitwww.merseysidelandlordsexpo.com
Landlords gear up for ExpoSeptember’s Merseyside Landlords Expo is expected to attract a record number of visitors
The Gallery
Last year at the Merseyside Landlords Expo
Shaun Phoenix
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Hot & HappeningYOUR GUIDE TO WHAT’S HAPPENING IN LIVERPOOL
A Liverpool mortgage firmbelieves “consent to let” willhelp many of those hit bynegative equity.
Martin Green from GreenMortgage Services in OldSwan believes there are anumber of mortgage dealsavailable for those strugglingto get off the first rung of theproperty ladder. He said:“There is hope if you are innegative equity, or simplycan’t find a buyer for yourown property. A number ofmortgage lenders will actually
offer “consent to let” yourown property out if you wantto move to a new property.This can happen regardless ofwhether you are still withinyour current deal or on thelenders standard variable rate.Furthermore, there are highstreet lenders who are happyto offer you 90 per centmortgage deals, regardless ofthe equity level in yourexisting property, just so longas the rent charged coverstheir mortgage premium.”
For further informationtelephone Green MortgageServices on 0151 230 0909or [email protected]
One of Liverpool’s moststunning properties has goneon the market.
‘The Forty Pits’ in Calderstonesdates back to 1650 and wasreferred to in the Doomsday Book.The property, which is up for salefor £1.8m, features a substantialrear garden accompanied by a
tennis court and a lake with asurrounding walkway. The home,which sits opposite CalderstonesPark, is set over three floors andboasts five bedrooms and anumber of bathrooms. Most of theinterior has been refurbished inrecent years. The grand entrancehall has a carved return staircaseleading to a full galleried landing,
while the majority of the livingand sleeping quarters face onto theestablished rear gardens, whichalso feature a sheltered walkway tothe double garage.
For enquiries telephoneSutton Kersh on 0151 7340666 or visitwww.suttonkersh.co.uk
Sutton Kersh instructed on £1.8m homeFirm positiveon home-movingsolutions
Allerton Road-basedHomeLets and HomeSaleswill provide a one stop shop atnext month’s MerseysideLandlords Expo to adviselandlords why now could bethe time to make more moneyin the city’s property market.
With house prices havingdropped by half a percent,analysts believe it is still abuyers’ market. Alan Binks,Director of HomeLets, believeslandlords should see the Expo asa chance to find out why this is aunique climate to expand theirportfolio, saying: “Cheaperhousing is good news for buyersbut it’s even better news forinvestors. The 1980s weremarked by people putting theirmoney into expanding aproperty portfolio. I wouldexpect to see landlords taking
advantage of these conditionsand using it as an opportunity toexpand. The average house pricein Liverpool is just over£122,000, making the cityattractive to investors from
around the country.” The Expowill be held on 23 September2010 at Aintree racecourse.
For further information visitwww.merseysidelandlordsexpo.com
Merseyside’s own Landlord show
Last year at the Merseyside Landlords Expo
The Forty Pits in Calderstones
Martin Green
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PROPERTY NEWS
Knowsley Housing Trust issponsoring a special anti-bullying message onMerseyside.
Songwriter Paul Browne haswritten and produced an anti-bullying song called Safe andSound, with the help of year threechildren from Kirkby C of EPrimary School. The project wasfunded by Knowsley HousingTrust, where Paul has worked as aplasterer for the past 29 years. Heapproached KHT for help withhis idea and they paid for the 35children to record their song in astudio earlier this year. He hopes
the CD can be used to raisemoney for anti bullying charitiesand help empower children whomay be suffering at the hands of abully. Paul, from Kirkby, has beenwriting songs for the past six yearsand has had 40 songs published
on 20 dance music compilations.He commented: “I approachedthe school and KHT and theyboth thought it was a great idea. Iwant this song to help givechildren back some of theconfidence that bullies take away.”
A couple of Netherley moversbelieve their new home hasdriven them on to success.
Jo Webster and Tina Prestonrecently moved to a new‘Eccleshall’ home at MillerHomes’ Bridgewater Park inNetherley. The pair had run adriving school for the past fouryears but transformed thebusiness into a not-for-profit
social enterprise after Tinabecame wheelchair bound. Theywere able to purchase their newhome with the help of thegovernment-backed HomeBuyDirect scheme, offering a 30 percent equity loan on the property.Jo, who now teaches people howto drive an adapted car said:“The proportions of the roomsare fantastic. On one side it has agenerous lounge and on the other
there is an open plan kitchendining room. The kitchen is sucha good size that Tina has startedcooking again.” The final releaseof HomeBuy properties are nowavailable at Bridgewater Park,with the scheme scheduled to endin September.
For further informationtelephone 0800 840 8522 orvisit www.millerhomes.co.uk
Plans for the three bedroompenthouse suite have beenrevealed at Elan Homes’Racecourse development.
The Chester development,which will be launched on 12August, will feature the ‘Kingof King’s’ suite as its starattraction. The apartment is1,295 sq ft in total and featuresspacious living, kitchen anddining space, with Frenchdoors to the generous, curvedbalcony, showcasing views ofthe city, Chester Racecourse,the River Dee and the rollingcountryside beyond. MarieWilkinson, sales director forElan Homes, commented:“The penthouse is fantastic.You have to see the plans andthe images to really get a feelfor it and for the developmentas a whole. There are only 28one, two and three bedroomapartments available in thenew phase, so it is quite aunique opportunity to enjoycity centre living in style.”
To attend the launch event,or for more informationabout the Racecoursedevelopment, telephone0845 293 8971 or visitwww.elan-homes.co.uk
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YOUR PROPERTY DILEMMAS SOLVED
A property chain is a line of buyers andsellers who are all simultaneously involved
in linked property transactions. If any of thelinks in the chain falls through or 'breaks', allthe other transactions are either held up or inthe worst case scenario fail completely.Unfortunately, broken chains do happen andthey have become more commonplace sincetighter mortgage lending criteria has resulted insome properties being downvalued bysurveyors. Other reasons for chains to breakcan be that buyers change their minds andwithdraw their offer or even that vendorsdecide to stay put. The only way to avoid a chain is to offer on aproperty that is advertised as chain free. If thehouse you want has a chain you can try tominimise the risk by ensuring that your estateagent is in constant communication with otherparts of the chain to ensure that any problemsare addressed as soon as they arise.Unfortunately, when a chain breaks it can beupsetting and time consuming and can also hityou financially. Selling your property througha no sale, no fee estate agent will ensure thatyou don’t lose money on estate agents fees andif you also instruct a solicitor who works on thesame basis you will not lose out on legal costs.
Louise Gane,Director at Grosvenor Waterford, MNAEA0151 526 76 38
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Even though the house inside might beperfect, there are factors, like your
neighbours, how busy the street is, a rowdypub on the corner, that might make livingthere a nightmare. It’s best to visit severaldifferent times, at different times of the day toget a feel of the neighbourhood, your streetand the area you’ll be living in. Visit duringthe school run and rush hour. Is there a schoolnearby? Do commuters make access alongyour street impossible? Do parents on theschool run park in your road and block thedriveway ? Is there space to park outside yourhouse if you don’t have a drive or will youhave to park your car round the corner? Visitin the evening to see what activity is like. Ifyou’re a light sleeper you probably don’t wantto live on a street used by taxis throughout thenight or police cars, or the route people use onthe way home from the pub. Look at yourneighbours houses. Is it well looked after?Knock on the door and ask them what theneighbourhood is like. Walk past in theevening and see if they’re playing loud music;one of the most common complaints fromresidents is the people next door making toomuch noise.
Alan Binks,Director, HomeLets & HomeSalesTelephone 0845 680 6809
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“Allerton is a popular placefor people to live and workbecause of the strong sense ofcommunity. People who liveand work here are vocal andprotective of their identity.When you look at it in thisway you think perhaps BigSociety is a good idea.However the idea couldn’thave come at a worse time.Most people are having towork incredibly hard andfear losing their jobs. Wherewill their extra free timecome from to dedicate totheir local community?”
Alan Binksdirector of HomeLetsand HomeSales
“The "Big Society" will beintegral to the future of healthand housing and meansengagement, empowerment,staff run social enterprises -big cultural change which ifsuccessful will create powerfullocal communities. Theissue for local communities inLiverpool will be how to meetthis challenge with publicfunding likely to besqueezed.”
Sian Evanspartner Weightmans LLP
“Liverpool really does lead the wayon engagement projects, look attenantspin, a unique partnershipbetween FACT and Arena Housingthat impacts on people right acrossthe city-region. Volunteers areempowered, can find their voiceand take control of theirneighbourhoods and issues. Thecynic in me wants to argue it’ssmoke and mirrors to hide publicsector cuts but the opportunity todevelop a better society for everyonecan’t be dismissed out of hand.”
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“Encouraging people tocontribute and take more ofan interestin their localcommunity should create aprouder and more respectfulsociety. If people have helpedbuild something then they aremore likely to feel a sense ofresponsibility to maintain it. Ithink the Big Society is a goodidea and one that should besupported.”
Phil Lawtonpartner Sutton Kersh
“The concept of the Big Societyis not a new one. As humanswe have a fundamental instinctto help one another. However,it’s important that we limit anypolicy potential to rely tooheavily on a minority or takeadvantage of their good will.What we really need is foreveryone to do a little towardsthe common goal of improvingour communities. At Habitat forHumanity we rely on volunteersto build our homes, yet withthousands volunteering for a dayit makes for light work.”
Rev Dr ShannonLedbetterchairman Liverpool Habitatfor Humanity
The Government’s ‘Big Society’ plan was recently launched by thePrime Minister in Liverpool with the aim of empowering individuals totake a more significant role in contributing to their local communities.We ask, simply, is it a good idea?
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Q I am a landlord of a house and I have a tenant who iscomplaining about repairs needed to the roof. He isseeking compensation. Do I need to complete thoserepairs and do I need to pay him compensation?
A As a landlord you have a duty to keep the structure ofthe property, which includes the roof, in a reasonablecondition. You are liable to carry out repairs to thestructure and to certain installations within the property,such as the hot water supply. You are only liable tocomplete those repairs of which you are aware, such as theroof. Your tenant should notify you of any repairs. Onceyou are notified you need to complete those repairs withina reasonable time of them being brought to yourattention, which will depend on the nature of the repair. Ifyou fail to complete the repair within a reasonable timethen you are liable to pay your tenant compensation forinconvenience until the work is completed. You could facecourt proceedings being issued against you seeking a courtorder for the repairs to be completed, compensation,interest and costs. It is therefore in your interest tocomplete the repairs immediately, as that will limit anycompensation and it will also protect the value of theproperty.
Q I sold a property and contracts were signed. A depositof 10% of the purchase price was paid. However thebuyer has since changed his mind and has not completedthe transaction. What can I do?
A If the contract that has been exchanged uses the LawSociety prescribed standard conditions of sale your solicitorneeds to send to the buyer’s solicitors a notice to complete.If the buyer fails to complete the transaction within thetime provided in the notice, normally 10 days, then you cancancel the contract which will allow you to keep the 10%deposit along with any interest that has accrued. You canthen resell the property. If that resale results in a loss toyou, i.e. it sells at an amount less than you agreed in thefirst sale, you can seek that shortfall from the first buyer,although you would need to show you have tried tominimise your loss by seeking the full market price for theproperty on the second sale. Alternatively, you could seekto issue court proceedings to enforce the first contract ofsale, although it is unlikely the court will force the salethrough a damages award would be the alternative.
For expert advice contact:
Derek Dawson, Solicitor (Litigation Department)JST Lawyers, Colonial Chambers,Temple Street, Liverpool, L2 5RHDDI: 0151 282 2876Email: [email protected] Web: www.jstlaw.co.uk
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What promptedthe move upfrom London?
We both really like Liverpool.Since the Capital of Culture
the city has beenrejuvenated.
There’s areally differentcharacter todown south.There’s alsotwice the spacehere at half theprice!
Why did you chooseThe Gallery?It came recommended. Thesize was a big factor and it hasbeen so nicely furnished. Someapartments we saw were muchtoo small and it didn’t seem asmuch care had been taken ashere. New builds are so nicejust to spend time in. It feelsquite luxurious. The location isgreat too and it’s nice to be soclose to the marina.
Tell us aboutthe kitchen...We both take
turns in the kitchen andwe cook a lot of Mexicanfood. It’s larger andmore modern than we’vehad before. It’s possiblyour favourite area of theapartment. We’re notused to having such abig freezer. It’s changedthe way we shop.
And the living area?
We love the livingroom too. There arepictures of Sydneyand Fiji which Kellytook and also a photoof Kelly’s first matchat Anfield. There’sthe TV which webought for the WorldCup. It’s large but itcan fit in this flatquite comfortably.Also Kelly likes toplay a lot of Mario onthe Wii!
What aboutthe bathroom?
Again it’s somuch bigger than otherplaces we saw. It’s sonice to have a brandnew, clean bathroomand it’s done out reallywell. Kelly loves tohave a nice long soak inthe big bathtub.
Tell us aboutthe bedroom...
I have my computer in therebecause I do a lot of work athome and there are morephotos that we both took ofLiverpool and New Zealand.
They’ve done a greatjob furnishing the
place all round.
Any plans for the place?We’d like to put some plants on thebalcony and my Dad has promised mea big plant for the living room becauseit’s too big for his study at home! Isuppose we’d like to get a few morepictures up on the walls too.
And finally, whatwould be yourdream buy?
I think it wouldonly be a
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£210,000 Unity Building 15th and 16th floor duplex apartmentcomprising open plan living area andkitchen, three bedrooms, two bathrooms.Balcony with river views, secure parking,gym, 24 hour concierge.
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£184, 950 Elysian FieldsA stunning two double bedroomapartment. Beautifully designed high speckitchen. Beautiful, en suite to master,large terrace. Allocated parking space, 24hour concierge
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333
£159,950 Manhattan Place Well positioned 4th floor cornerapartment situated in populardevelopment. Comprising two doublebedrooms, open plan living area andkitchen, and bathroom. Balconyoverlooking public square, secureallocated parking.
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£158,250 Manolis YardFantastic luxury two bedroom 2nd floorapartment. Lounge with open plan fittedkitchen and dining area. Lift access,electric heating, double glazing, timberdecked terrace. Secure undergroundallocated parking. NO CHAIN!!!
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333
£150,000 One Park West 9th floor apartment with views overLiverpool's docks and the River Mersey.Comprising one double bedroom, openplan livng and kitchen and bathroom. 24hour concierge, communal roof terrace,.
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£149,950 Hudson GardensSuperb large 2 bedroom work/liveapartment. Open plan kitchen, lounge,two generous size double bedrooms andbathroom. Secure allocated parking
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333
£143,500 Liberty PlaceBeautifully two double bedroom top floorapartment. Open plan fitted kitchen/lounge, access to timber decked balcony.Views of the city. Underground parking
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333
£235,000 The ColonnadesFantastic 1 bedroom apartment. Situatedin the prestigious grade I listed AlbertDock. Amazing views of the city, goodstorage. 24 hour manned security andunder ground secure parking
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333
£184,950 Waterloo WarehouseLuxury split level 5th floor two bedroomspacious apartment. Spectacular viewsover the river Mersey. 24 hour mannedsecurity, secure parking. Economy 7 CH
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333
£175,000 Unity Building Duplex apartment on the 12th and 13thfloors of this iconic building. Comprisingopen plan living and dining area, fittedkitchen, two double bedrooms, ensuiteand bathroom. Views over the river frontand Three Graces. Concierge AND secureparking. Good price
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£165,000 Quebec Quay Ground floor apartment in the popularQuebec Quay development. Brieflycomprising lounge, separate kitchen, twodouble bedrooms, en-suite andbathroom. Benefiting from a Julietbalcony overlooking the boat yard. Withsecure parking and additional visitorsparking.
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£84,950 Shaw Street Well presented one bedroom apartment,with open plan lounge area and kitchen,and bathroom. Secure parking space.Priced competitively for quick sale.
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
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£54,950 September RoadThree Bedroom End Terrace, ReceptionRoom, Kitchen, Bathroom, Gas CentralHeating System, UPVC Double Glazing,Rear Yard, NO CHAIN
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£35,000 Radnor PlaceTwo Bedroom Second Floor Apartment,Reception Room, Kitchen, Bathroom,UPVC Double Glazing, Gas CentralHeating System, NO CHAIN
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£29,950 Radnor PlaceTwo Bedroom Second Floor Apartment,Reception Room, Kitchen, Bathroom,Gas Central Heating System, UPVCDouble Glazing, Requires DecorativeImprovement, NO CHAIN
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£129,950 Jubilee Drive3 bedroom mid terrace in a popularresidential area. Features large doubleglazed velux windows. Entrance porchand a rear yard
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333
£110,000 Catharine StreetRecently modernized first floor onebedroom apartment. Bright front livingroom with two large sash windows.Separate kitchen, contemporarybathroom. This is one not to be missed!!!!
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333
oieo £108,995 Anglican CourtA beautifully presented two bedroomapartment. Separate kitchen, lounge, twobedrooms and bathroom. Extremelyspacious loft storage with access from thehallway. Allocated parking space andvisitors parking
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333
£39,950 Clanfield RoadTwo Bedroom End Terrace, ReceptionRoom, Kitchen, Family Bathroom, UtilityRoom, Driveway Parking to Front, LargeRear Garden, Requires Refurbishment,NO CHAIN
Northwood 0151 256 1035
oieo £200,000 Parkfield RoadFantastic three bedroom top floorapartment. Lounge, separate fittedkitchen, en suite. Spiral staircase to themain bedroom. Two velux windows,secure allocated parking
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333
£59,950 Marled HeyThree Bedroom Semi Detached , In Needof Full Refurbishment, NO CHAIN
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£55,000 Marled HeyThree Bedroom Semi Detached, RequiresRefurbishment, NO CHAIN
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£59,950 Thursby CrescentModern Three Bedroom Semi DetachedHouse, Open Plan Lounge/Kitchen,Downstairs WC, Family Bathroom,UPVC Double Glazing, GCH, RearGarden, NO CHAIN
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£1040pcm Stanley StreetA large 4 bedroom apartment in the heartof the City Centre near to Metquarter.Comprising of large lounge/dining areaand open plan kitchen. Bathroom withbuilt in shower, kitchen with appliances,gas central heating and intercom system.
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£750pcm Elysian FieldsAndrew Louis is delighted to offer forlet this stunning 2 bedroom second floor apartment in the exclusive Elysian Fields development. Availablefurnished or unfurnished, thisapartment benefits from a fully fittedkitchen, open plan living room, fullytiled bathroom and en-suite to themaster bedroom. Secure allocatedparking is available. Early viewing ishighly recommended!!
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321
£625pcm Baltic SquareLuxury 2 bed apartment on Shaws Alley,City Centre development close to AlbertDock & Liverpool 1, Fully furnishedthroughout, Fitted kitchen
Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038
£595pcm Concert SquareLuxury 1 bedroom City centre apartment,Fully furnished, Excellent centrallocation, Fitted kitchen, Secureunderground parking
Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038
£550pcm Renaissance Building1 bed city centre apartment, Fullyfurnished, Fitted kitchen, Located onWood Street next to the FACT centre,Minutes from Central Station, Excellentcentral location
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£495pcm Ronald Street2 bedroom house fully refurbished D/G,GCH, new fitted kitchen and bathroomwooden floors and carpets garden to rearpopular location
HR Properties 0151 933 9633
£675pcm Eden SquareLuxury 2 bedroom apartment, centredevelopment just off Dale Street, Fullyfurnished to a high standard throughout,2 double bedrooms, City views, Secureparking, Viewing recommended
Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038
£1250pcm South Ferry QuayLuxury 3 bed penthouse, Excellentlocation on the Marina. Spacious duplexapartment, Fully furnished to a highstandard, 2 double bedrooms, 1 singlebedroom / study, Secure parking included.Viewing recommended
Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038
£850pcm Alexandra TowerLuxury 2 bed apartment in AlexandraTower, 21st floor of a residential tower onthe banks of the River Mersey, Furnishedto a high standard, Hi Spec fitted kitchen,Spectacular city & dock views, Secureparking
Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038
£695pcm Quebec QuayLuxury 2 bedroom apartment, Popularlocation on Liverpool Marina, Furnishedto a high standard, Double bedrooms,Fitted kitchen, Secure parking
Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038
£650pcm Royal Quay2 bedroom apartment, Next to the AlbertDock. Fully furnished, Secure allocatedparking. Excellent location, close to CityCentre.
Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038
£650pcm City GateSpacious 2 bedroom apartment,Furnished to a high standard, Set withinlandscaped grounds, secure parking, 2double bedrooms, Fitted kitchen
Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038
£650pcm City QuayA beautiful two bedroom, second floorapartment situated close to the docklandsin Liverpool and within easy reach of theCity Centre. The property is offeredfurnished, the accommodationcomprises:- Secure entry system,Communal hallway, Entrance hallway,Lounge/dining area, Fully integratedkitchen, Gas fired central heating, Doubleglazing, Bathroom with shower, Oneallocated parking space.
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L3 £625pcm Waterloo QuayThis is a well presented 2 bedroomapartment situated in the very popularWaterloo Quay development. With 2double bedrooms, an en-suite to themaster bedroom, separate familybathroom and fitted kitchen. Furnishedwith allocated parking. Located withinwalking distance of the City Centre andclose to the world famous Albert Dock.Viewing essential!
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321
£575pcm The Reach This is a well presented unfurnished 2bedroom apartment situated in the CityCentre. The property comprises a fullyfitted kitchen with integrated appliances,2 large bedrooms and a modernbathroom. Laminate flooring andintercom system.
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321
£575pcm Armstrong QuayWe are pleased to offer for let this recentlydecorated 2 bedroom furnishedapartment. The apartment has a fullyfitted kitchen including all appliances,bathroom with electric shower, lounge,allocated parking & secure entry. Viewingis recommended to fully appreciate theaccommodation on offer.
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321
£550pcm Jugglers Yard This is a superb one bedroomunfurnished apartment available in thehighly desirable Jugglers Yarddevelopment. This stunning apartment islocated close to all local amenities,transport links and shopping facilities.The accommodation comprises:- entrancehall, open plan living area and fully fittedkitchen with integrated appliances,double bedroom and bathroom. It alsobenefits from having allocated parking.
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£350pcm Morecambe StTwo bed terrace with GCH. Recentlyrefurb. Carpeted throughout.
Clement Evans – 0151 727 1515
£550pcm Parkfield RdTwo bed u/f flat with GCH, Carpetedthroughout. White goods included
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£800pcm Ashfield RoadSpacious 5 bedroom end-terrace inAigburth, Excellent location next toSefton Park just off Aigburth Road.Furnished throughout, Good sized rooms
Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038
£340pcm Island RdOne bed flat u/f flat with GCH. Carpetedthroughout
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Comedy panel show regular Rhod Gilbert brings his “The cat that looked likeNicholas Lyndhurst” tour to the Liverpool Philharmonic in September. The faceof Welsh tourism speaks to Jonathan Kearney about living on a desert island,performing the first-ever stand-up routine in Taiwan and his ambitions fordoing not very much.
What’s the thinking behind the title ofthe tour?It’s all to do with this bloke who follows meround. He’ll just bring something along thatrelates to the title of my show, like when Idid the “Mince Pie” tour he brought me amince pie. God knows why, he’s just one ofthose people. I just tried to call it somethingso that he couldn’t bring anything. It’s alldone just to annoy one person.Are you glad to be coming back toLiverpool?I always look forward to performing inLiverpool. It’s always good fun. It’s a nicecity to hang round in for a couple of days.Some places I’m not that bothered aboutbut I quite enjoy a stroll through LiverpoolI must say.
You have a pretty relentless schedule.Is it tiring?It’s going to be very busy but I’m used to itnow. It’s kind of easier than it used to bebecause of the little luxuries that I canafford now, like a driver. A few years ago Iwas driving myself and that’s a real killer.Do you have a laugh with the TV panelshows or would you prefer to be out onthe road?Some of them are a laugh; some of them
aren’t to be honest. I enjoy some but othersare a bit of a nightmare. It’s very difficult todo as a comedian because sometimes it canget a little bit competitive. I think you cansee the ones where comedians are havingfun because it probably comes across thatthey’re enjoying themselves. Stand-up iswhat I do and it’s probably what I do best. Ienjoy doing these TV things but really it allcomes about because of stand-up. I don’tknow how much longer I can keep doing itbecause it’s tiring and there’s a lot of nightsaway but at the moment it’s what I do best.You’ve travelled quite extensively. Youeven spent five months living on anexotic island...Yeah I did. That was after university whenI didn’t quite know what to do with myself.I ended up living on a little island inIndonesia, climbing coconut trees for mybreakfast and fishing for my lunch. Weused to go hunting and all that kind ofthing. It was a nice way of life and quite abit different to what I’m doing now! It wasamazing and one of those things you look
back on and think “did I really do that?” Ithink stand-up is a bit like that. I thinkonce I stop doing it I’ll look back and think“was I really on ‘Live at the Apollo’?” It’sone of those things where it all happens sofast that you look back and think “did thatreally happen or have I made it up?” Were you really the first stand-up toperform in Taiwan?I’m not sure if I was or not! An article putthat somewhere and that’s somehow
became gospel but I don’t know whetherthat’s a myth or not. I certainly did do a gigin Taiwan and they certainly hadn’t hadmuch comedy there but it was actuallyquite good fun. There’s a guy who puts ongigs in the Far East in places like Bangkokand Hong Kong and I think he just tried itout in Taiwan. I don’t even know if he everwent back. I think I was the guinea pig. Would you like to tour more abroad?I don’t know. I’ve done quite a lot of stuffin Australia and New Zealand and it’s greatfun but you have to make a real effort withit and commit to doing it every year andbuild up your audience there. I don’t knowif I can be bothered to do that. I’m quitehappy to do it here.Who is your comedy idol?I think Eddie Izzard is probably the closestthing I’d come to a comedy idol. Right nowI think Gervais is pretty phenomenal too. Do you have any TV work lined up afterthe tour?I’ve got a BBC One series coming up whichwill be on Monday nights and I’ve gotanother series of the work experience showdoing jobs like farming, so it’s all very busyfor the foreseeable future.Tell us about your new radio show...Yeah it’s on Radio 2. I’ve got my RadioWales show which I do every Saturday andI really enjoy doing that and then I’ve gotthis Radio 2 series which starts at thebeginning of September. I just finishedrecording it this week. You’re really given alot more freedom when you’re on the radio.The series I just recorded was just me andtwo of my mates d***ing around in front ofan audience. We’ve just messed about fortwo or three hours and they’ve edited itdown into an hour. I love it. I don’t do anypreparation, I just turn up and have fun.
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A familiar flock of birds are hopingto rival the popularity of theSuperlambananas having taken flightacross the city. Lord Mayor cllr HazelWilliams has specially commissioneda flock of 100 ceramic Liverbirds insupport of charities MencapLiverpool, Help 4 Heroes and theAlder Hey Imagine Appeal. Thelimited edition ceramic birds will beavailable for £25 from LiverpoolTown Hall.
5 – 7 AugustLiverpool Empire---Following the lives of a groupof students who enroll in NewYork’s High School for thePerforming Arts, this show is ahit with music-lovers of allages. There will be singing anddancing aplenty as thestudents (played by youngstersfrom the local area) followtheir path to stardom.
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Panoramic’s new cocktail menufeatures a modern twist to old classics.Chasing Bubbles, an English LadyMarmalade and the intriguingChasing Smoke are just some of thechic drinks on offer with the citycentre restaurant’s new Englishcocktail menu. The cocktails are thefruition of a new partnership withHertfordshire distillery Chase, whosepotato vodka was recently voted thebest in the world.
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The city centre shopping offer proved too muchto resist for one famous face recently. GlamorousCarly Zucker visited a number of Liverpoolstores, accompanied by baby daughter Ruby.The former “I’m a celebrity...” star joined theranks of Liverpool WAGs this summer,following husband Joe Cole’s arrival at LFC.
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Liverpool’s gay quarter will be the setting for a major celebration on7 August. A march around the city centre will be followed by a pridestreet party in Dale Street featuring stars such as Natasha Hamiltonand club legend Robin S. A variety of other venues will also hostspecial Pride events on the night between 12.30pm and 9.30pm on 19and 20 June.
For more information, visit www.liverpoolpride.co.uk
On The Waterfront Knowsley Flower Show
The rally boasts a fantastic weekend of events over 7 & 8 August.The RAF base near Southport boasts stunt motorcycles and a ‘Wallof Death’, together with model aircraft flying displays and vintagecars and motorcycles. The event features trade stands for enthusiastsand children’s entertainment including a family funfair.
Family tickets start from £20. For more information visitwww.woodvale-rally.org.uk
11 AugustO2 Academy Liverpool---Inviting comparisons with suchgroups as Funeral for a Friend,the lads from Southampton willperform their trademark catchylyrics and huge choruses, withsupport from MidnightMercury and Drop the Girl.For tickets visitwww.o2academyliverpool.co.uk
6 – 8 AugustAlbert Dock and Pier Head---The Albert Dock will get adistinctly global flavour fromFriday August 6, with manyforms of international outdoordance on show, including theVoala and Factoria Mascaro.There will also be live streettheatre and dance workshops.For more information, visitwww.liverpoolonthewaterfront.co.uk
8 AugustNational Wildflower Centre---The North West’s largest freehorticultural show returns withsomething for everyone, fromsimple eye-catching flowers tomajor, colourful displays,falconry and craftdemonstrations. Gardener’sQuestion Time will also be onhand to offer gardening tips.For more information, visitwww.knowsleyflowershow.com
18 AugustThe Zanzibar Club---Australian duo The Kin bringtheir soaring vocals andinsightful storytelling toheadline this 14+ event, withsupport from acts includingBright Lights, Revolver andStoke prog rock/metal fourpiece Alter Eden (pictured).Visit www.thezanzibarclub.comfor more details.
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he latest culinary additionto Exchange Flags isproving popular with
guests keen to enjoy stylishlypresented Japanese food inWalker House’s opulentinteriors, or to sit overlookingthe city’s historic businessdistrict. For sales director atMiller Homes, Peter Vella – wellknown for his work inresidential development in bothLiverpool and Manchester -Sakura makes an enjoyable light
lunch in between site visits andmeetings at the Anfield andNetherley developments ofaffordable new build housing.As we browse the extensivemenu offering sushi, sashimi,and a selection of charcoal plateswith fish, poultry and meatdishes, Salford-born Peterdescribes the movements whichhave brought his career fullcircle. From a beginningworking in sales for a city centredeveloper, Peter took theopportunity to build on hisskills on site, in part exchangeand sales management beforeprogressing quickly up theladder. A year ago, he washeadhunted by Miller afterbeing made redundant by a
competitor. Peter started hiscareer in property 22 years ago,with Fairclough Homes, whoMiller later acquired. “I feel verylucky to have joined Miller. Ispent 12 years with Faircloughand learned a lot about thebusiness, and while technologyhas changed some of the wayswe work it’s essentially stillabout finding the right homesfor the right people, and gettingeverything to go as smoothly aspossible during what can
sometimes be a stressful processof moving house.” Over maincourses from the express lunchmenu of chicken and salmonteryaki, served with numeroussauces and jasmine rice, wediscuss how changes in themarketplace have seeninitiatives such as thegovernment’s HomeBuy Directshared equity scheme andMiller’s own shared equityscheme, MiWay (which willcontinue to be available topurchasers even after thegovernment’s scheme comes toan end) make it possible formany would-be buyers topurchase their own properties.Peter commented: “From theinitiatives on offer to make
purchasing possible, rightthrough to the designs of thehomes and apartments, withlarge open living spaces,accessible gardens, and parking,we’re doing everything we can tomake finding the right homeeasier.” He adds: “AtBridgewater Park in Netherley,two bed apartments are availablefrom £80,500 and houses from£125,950. At Connaught Greenin Anfield which is a verydifferent, more urbandevelopment on the edge of thecity, prices start at £93,950 for atwo bed apartment and £139,950for the houses with a mixture oftypes. Our Tarporley style withthe whole top floor for themaster bedroom and en-suitehas been particularly popular.”Although we decide we’re toofull from lunch to enjoy the
extensive dessert menu, whichincludes a tempting coconut andrum sorbet or Fuji apple dessert,we continue to talk about Peter’spassion for socialising andtravel, as well as the ongoingsubject of the city’s - and thenorth-west’s - regeneration.Peter adds: “Winston Churchillwas right when he said that weshape the buildings, but thenthey go on to shape our lives.Development is all aboutcreating something to workbetter for us, now, and to lead tofurther improvements of ourinfrastructure. It’s about makingthings better than they werebefore.” From this vantagepoint, where Japanese food andchic interiors are also makingtheir impact in a stunning, butoften hidden, part of the city, Icouldn’t agree more.
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“the extensive dessert men includes atempting coconut and rum sorbet or
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Masamitsu Morino, executive chef,brings over 30 years’ experience in
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The teppanyaki chefs atwork inside, or the stunningoutside patio to watch the
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here might not always be the weather tomatch at the moment but crowdshave still flocked to Liverpool
One for a taste of paradise.Chavasse Park will be home to atemporary beach and paddlingarea until the end of August,together with a coconut beach barand bandstand. The rest of thepark has been taken over with theShark Bite rollercoaster and a host ofother rides and attractions. The bandstandwill feature live music throughout the summer.
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