When we started Goosechase Property Search, we were given some very sound advice by renowned London property finder, Guy Morton with whom I had completed many transactions during my years as an estate agent in Fulham. He said he had often been approached to sell or let properties privately for clients /contacts, but he had … Read More
“They kept us regularly informed so we were never left in the dark”. This was one of the many kind things a client wrote in a recent testimonial. The reason this stood out for us is because we feel it is one of the most important parts of the service we strive to offer. … Read More
Every year Father Christmas comes to visit the lovely market town of Alresford, however it is always a great mystery how or where he will arrive. In previous years, he has arrived by helicopter, JCB and in disguise as Wallace and Gromit! Several years ago he arrived with the help of Dr Who and the … Read More
One of my key roles as manager of a busy estate agents in London was overseeing the pipeline and making sure expectations were set by my staff at the point of agreeing any sale. The first thing we needed to know was exactly where the money was coming from and confirmation of that from brokers, … Read More
At the beginning of April, we received a call from a family who had been recommended by friends to us. They had recently moved down from the north and were renting just outside Winchester but were keen to buy as quickly as possible. They had looked for a few months on their own, however they … Read More
Romsey is a small market town on the river Test in the south of Hampshire, 8 miles northwest of Southampton and 11 miles south of Winchester. Romsey grew up around the Abbey, after nuns founded a community in what was a tiny village. Over the centuries, Romsey has prospered from the woollen and tanning industries … Read More
Over our many years helping people find their new homes, we have sometimes experienced the ‘stepping stone’ situation. This is where people start off with their hearts set on a particular type or size of house and/or a location they don’t want to compromise on. Unfortunately, their budget may not always match up to their … Read More
We are delighted to have a guest blog this month from Lucy Hutchins. She and her family made the big move down to Hampshire recently, but it wasn’t always an easy ride. We feel this completely sums up the emotions and frustrations of moving to a new area from a distance, and of letting go … Read More