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FIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 12th  –  18th Nov 2023 (Watch/Listen)

 

  

PODCAST: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fife-properties/episodes/FIFE-PROPERTY-MARKET-UPDATE–12th—18th-Nov-2023-e2c4uhc 

 

Weekly round up on what’s driving the Fife Property market including a look at recent listings, sales and coming soon:

Article, Podcast and TV Shows written and produced this week are:

 

 

FP TV (EP 169) STUCK IN NEUTRAL? Does your home need to be beige to sell for the best price?

“Whatever you have in your rooms, think first of the walls” – wise words indeed from pattern and textile god William Morris (and nobody could call his designs neutral).

Richard Cook and Perrie McIntosh provide hints and tips to help you achieve the best price for your property.

(Watch/Read/Listen) https://www.fifeproperties.co.uk/blog/stuck-in-neutral-does-your-home-need-to-be-beige-to-sell-for-the-best-price/

 

 

 

 

THE FIFE PROPERTY MARKET: The importance of realistic pricing (if you want to sell)

As the Fife property market evolves, the key to unlocking a successful sale lies not just in the bricks and mortar but in the strategy behind the sale. It’s a tale of contrasting realities: more Fife homes on the market bring greater choices for buyers yet present a challenge for sellers aiming to stand out. Fife’s property market is a unique microcosm of supply and demand.

Richard Cook and Perrie McIntosh dive into the full article to explore and discuss the shifts, strategies, and successes in Fife’s dynamic property sphere.

(Watch/Read/Listen) https://www.fifeproperties.co.uk/blog/the-fife-property-market-the-importance-of-realistic-pricing-if-you-want-to-sell/

 

 

 

 

UK House Price Index Scotland and Fife: September 2023

Perrie McIntosh provides a breakdown of the Scottish House Price Index report for September 2023 and gives her thoughts on how this could impact the Fife property market for buyers and sellers.

(Watch/Read/Listen) https://www.fifeproperties.co.uk/blog/uk-house-price-index-scotland-and-fife-september-2023/

 

 

 

 

 

Watch out for the Wealth Creation Show on Mondays @ 12.30pm live on these channels:

 

EP 98: The Wealth Creation Show: LIVE From Necker Island

Following on from last week’s episode we will be joining Jim Parker LIVE from Necker Island!

For those of you who don’t know Necker Island belongs to billionaire Richard Branson and is the next part of Jim’s adventure.

We will be catching up with him on location and continue our discussion on Jim’s journey, that has let him to where he is today.

If you have you ever wondered, how could I have it all? Tune in for a live interactive discussion on how to achieve success.

Luckily, you don’t need to head back to school to understand this as Lettings Director, Richard Cook and one of the UK’s most successful property investors, Jim Parker are on hand to discuss.

(Watch/Listen) https://www.fifeproperties.co.uk/blog/the-wealth-creation-show-live-from-necker-island/

If you’ve missed the previous shows you can catch up on our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WealthCreationShow

 

If you are a private client of ours, including the ongoing support you can also receive one to one mentoring on portfolio building. Please contact us to richard.cook@fifeproperties.co.uk

 

This is all about accelerating your wealth in 2023.

 

*We must point out that we are not financial advisors, and this is only our opinion of what we would do. Investments can go down as well as up so if you do want professional advice from a qualified advisor, please contact us direct and we will put you in touch with someone.

 

 

 

 

FP TV (EP 169) STUCK IN NEUTRAL? Does your home need to be beige to sell for the best price? (Watch/Read/Listen)

 

 

PODCAST: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fife-properties/episodes/FP-TV-EP-167-STUCK-IN-NEUTRAL–Does-your-home-need-to-be-beige-to-sell-for-the-best-price-e2c3hvh

 

“Whatever you have in your rooms, think first of the walls” – wise words indeed from pattern and textile god William Morris (and nobody could call his designs neutral).

 

However, if you read any lifestyle articles on selling your home, you’ll soon be told that buyers can’t see past colour, and you need to avoid it if you want to ignite their passion.

 

Now, we love muted Scandi interiors as much as anyone else, but does your home really need to resemble a hip Danish coffee shop to get the highest price?

 

No, it doesn’t, and plenty of colourful homes sell fast and for good money, but there are some tricks to using colour for that perfect balance of self-expression and saleable style.

 

With that in mind, let’s dive into the world of palettes and Pantone numbers by looking at:

 

  • The art of working with colour.

 

  • Where and when to keep things neutral.

 

  • Accessorising with colour.

 

  • Adding colour to kitchens and bathrooms.

 

  • Ideas for wallpaper and paint.

 

So whether it’s a total makeover, a feature wall or a casual sprinkling of colour, this week’s blog has all you need to add your stamp and boost your home’s value at the same time.

 

 

THE ART OF WORKING WITH COLOUR

It can be tricky to strike the correct balance of colours and tones – warm, cool, moody, bright – but fortunately, there’s a simple tool to help you get it right every time.

 

The colour wheel was invented in 1666 by none other than Sir Isaac Newton while studying light and prisms, when he discovered the spectrum of colour – little did he know where it would lead.

  • A colour wheel costs less than £10 and shows you how primary, secondary and tertiary colours sit side by side and how they relate to each other.
  • As a guide, ‘analogous’ colours blend to create an immediate sense of harmony, while ‘complementary’ schemes push individual colours to the fore with high contrast.
  • An interior designer’s trick is to take your favourite shade, or pick out colours from a pattern you love, then use a colour wheel to build a perfect look.

While there’s certainly a knack to using a colour wheel, there are books and YouTube tutorials to help you become a mix-and-matching wiz (not to mention a go-to interior guru for your friends).

 

 

WHERE AND WHERE TO STAY NEUTRAL

While a classic camel coat and crisp white shirt underpin many a wardrobe, keeping it neutral in certain areas at home gives your decor the leading role without being upstaged, including:

  • Timber floors like oak and walnut in living areas; sisal or coir matting for high-traffic hallways and stairs; deep pile or Berber carpets for chic and cosy in bedrooms.

 

  • Tiles in natural finishes for floors, walls and splashbacks like stone, marble, cement grey and classic hand-glazed white.

 

  • Kitchen worktops in natural wood, granite, resin, marble or reconstituted stone for durability, timeless style, and universal appeal.

 

  • Taps in brushed metal are more hardwearing than lacquered finishes and less prone to nicks and changes in colour trends.

 

  • Power sockets and switches in either standard white or brushed metal, or painting radiators to match your walls or woodwork so they blend into the background.

 

If you look at the world of fashion, neutrals form the bedrock of countless colourful looks by complementing whatever they’re paired with, and the same is true for interior design.

 

 

ACCESSORISING WITH COLOUR

If you want to avoid the upheaval of major decorating works but still transform the look and colour of your rooms, accessorising is the answer to creating your dream theme.

 

  • Textiles can add colour and design to any room, from curtains and cushions to rugs, throws and bedding, or new upholstery on furniture.

 

  • Art is a fast and fun way to express your taste, from original paintings to stylish prints and even your own photos, with frames adding an extra style, from trad to rad.
  • Ceramics, glassware, books, maps, lamps and candlesticks are all quick and easy ways to add colour to any corner or surface.

 

Bonus point: as well as transforming your rooms, photos and viewings, accessories are entirely portable, meaning your investment can move with you whenever you sell.

 

 

ADDING COLOUR TO KITCHENS AND BATHROOMS

The rooms with the highest concentration of value in any home are the kitchen and bathrooms, which are also the costliest areas to replace.

 

So, if you want to do more than paint the walls, try these tips for using colour in a way that adds value and inspires buyers while giving them options for easy and inexpensive change.

 

  • Kitchen cupboard and drawer fronts are interchangeable, and consistently popular colours include navy, sapphire, teal, sage, racing green, anthracite, charcoal and black.

 

  • Painting the outside of a freestanding metal bath will give you an immediate shot of colour that’s striking, memorable and simple to switch.

 

  • Splashbacks in coloured glass are a sleek way to add a blast of colour behind sinks and hobs that can be swapped for another colour far easier and quicker than tiles.

 

Ultimately, it’s about thinking of the most flexible areas for change that would give the effect of a complete remodel without the disruption, mess and financial outlay.

 

 

IDEAS FOR WALLPAPER AND PAINT

Paint is a quick, cheap and effective way to change the entire personality of a room, and a fresh coat can give a new lease of life to any home, especially with a high-quality product.

 

  • Some brilliant premium British brands include the chalk paints of Annie Stone, the deep pigments of Fenwick & Tilbrook, and the reassuring heritage of Farrow & Ball.

 

  • As well as painting an entire room, you can achieve a dramatic effect with a single wall in a bold colour – over a fireplace, behind shelves, or as the backdrop to a picture gallery.
  • Aside from on your walls, you can use paint to refresh furnishings like chairs, tables, wardrobes and chests of drawers, or accessories like picture frames and mirrors.

 

Of course, paint isn’t the only home decor solution, and wallpaper can deliver equally eye-catching results for a feature wall, a glamorous loo, or even upcycling furniture.

 

 

What’s your next step?

If you’d like to know what features and design buyers will pay the highest price for in Fife, we’re here to help.

 

Contact us at any of our offices for a chat about your plans, and let’s see how we can help. https://www.fifeproperties.co.uk/contact/

 

 

FP TV (EP 66) 2022 DESIGN TRENDS: Our Guide to What’s in Store for Home Decor Next Year (watch/read/listen)

 

PODCAST: https://anchor.fm/fife-properties/episodes/FPTV-EP-66-2022-DESIGN-TRENDS-Our-Guide-to-Whats-in-Store-for-Home-Decor-Next-Year-e1acjns

 

It’s the middle of November, and your thoughts are probably turning to putting your feet up for Christmas. But with the new year just six weeks off, it’s also natural and exciting to look forward to new beginnings, so what better time to start thinking about your decor for 2022? Continue reading FP TV (EP 66) 2022 DESIGN TRENDS: Our Guide to What’s in Store for Home Decor Next Year (watch/read/listen)

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