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YOURMOVEMAGAZINE.COM / ISSUE 396 / 28 AUG – 10 SEP 2015

Help to Buy Show

Liverpool’s unmissable event for home buyers

LIMF’S RISING STARS

5 SEPTEMBER

PLUS OLD BLIND SCHOOL REVIEW / BEST VEGETARIAN & VEGAN SPOTS / HOMES FOR A POUND

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EDITOR’S LETTER Did you know over 2,300 people in Merseyside have been able to get onto and move up the housing ladder thanks to the government’s Help to Buy scheme? In this issue our Hot Topic tells you everything you need to know about the initiative while our two page feature on page 46 offers all the essential information for the first ever Help to Buy Show Liverpool, taking place next month. Meanwhile, as the summer draws to a close, Liverpool is ready to see it off with a bang with the Liverpool International Music Festival. Ahead of the festival’s Summer Jam, which will descend on Sefton Park over the Bank Holiday weekend, we take a look at some of the rising stars whose performances you won’t want to miss.

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06 Best Buys Delightful dining rooms 38 Best Lets Rental market round-up 44 Hot Topic The ultimate guide to Help to Buy 46 ON THE COVER Help to Buy Show Liverpool Everything you need to know about the September event 53 News Furniture specialists join Merseyside Landlord and Property Show

LIVING 63 Interiors Back to school 66 Talent LIMF’s ones to watch 69 Food & Drink The Old Blind School review and the city’s best vegan venues 70 Streetlife Liverpool’s event highlights

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PROPERTIES FOR SALE

CANNING STREET LIVERPOOL L This large, contemporary dining room is set within a beautiful Georgian property close to Liverpool Cathedral, which strikes a balance between modern living and period character. Neutral décor is coupled with plenty of natural light, which is welcomed in through access out on to the fourbedroom property’s rear town garden with bespoke hard landscaping.

£725,000 KEPPIE MASSIE

QUAKERS MEADOW KNOWSLEY PRESCOT L A chandelier adds a hint of grandeur to this simple yet stylish dining room. With high quality laminate flooring, the light, bright living space is just an example of the up to date, well finished features this detached, semi-rural, four-bedroom property has to offer.

£380,000 SUTTON KERSH 6

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Pre y dining spaces for entertaining

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ISLAND ROAD LIVERPOOL L An exposed brick fireplace adds character to this well-presented dining room, which offers plenty of space to entertain dinner guests. It features alongside an office, utility room, lounge and large fitted kitchen to provide a generous amount of living space in this modern family home, which also includes five bedrooms complete with en suites.

ÂŁ259,950 JONES & CHAPMAN Your Move

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Offers in Excess of £700,000

FRIARSGATE CLOSE, CALDERSTONES, L18 Triple fronted detached residence, situated within an exclusive development, spacious & bright reception hall, cloakroom & wc & alarm system, spacious lounge & dining room, family room & study, attractive family dining kitchen, utility room, EPC D

DRUIDSVILLE ROAD, CALDERSTONES, L18 Beautiful detached residence, spacious accommodation over two floors, many bespoke & individual features, situated in this picturesque & desirable location, close proximity to Calderstones Park, striking entrance hall, EPC C

Offers in Excess of £550,000

Guide Price £499,950

HEATH HEY, WOOLTON, L25 Detached dormer bunglaow, individually designed quality build by rawsthorne, occupying an exclusive corner position, versatile & spacious accommodation throughout, affluent & desirable location, open porch & vestibule entrance, EPC E

THE COPSE, LIVERPOOL, L18 Premium detached residence, situated in established & desirable location, a substantial plot in a semi secluded location, entrance porch & reception hall, re-equipped cloakroom & wc, spacious lounge & dining room, EPC E

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£450,000

FULWOOD PARK, AIGBURTH, L17 Decadent & spacious town house, ergonomic accommodation over three floors, attention to detail demonstrated throughout, a wealth of character & charm, attractive & versatile living, welcoming reception hall & intercom system, EPC C

WESTWARD VIEW, AIGBURTH, L17 Detached bungalow, stylish & spacious accommodation, accommodation over two floors, ideal for family living, cul-desac location, entrance vestibule & reception hall, spacious lounge & sitting room, impressive dining kitchen, EPC C

Offers in the Region Of £450,000

£445,000

DRUIDS CROSS ROAD, CALDERSTONES, L18 Deceptively spacious detached true bungalow, prestigous & desirable location, spacious accommodation throughout, enclosed entrance porch, reception hall & utility room/cloakroom, generous entertaining lounge, EPC D

CALDER GRANGE, CALDERSTONES, L18 Detached bungalow, spacious & ergonomic accommodation, affluent & leafy suburb, access for both the front & rear aspect, porch & welcoming reception hall, cloakroom/wc & spacious lounge, open plan formal dining area, EPC awaited

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£495,000

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OIEO £425,000

OIEO £335,000

£319,950

£295,000

NTH MOSSLEY HILL RD, L18 Coachouse style property, open plan breakfast kitchen, ample space for casual dining & entertaining, EPC D

LOWTHER DRIVE, L35 Detached family residence, storm porch, attractive reception hall, ample storage, EPC E

MELBRECK ROAD, L18 Double fronted semi detached, enclosed entrance porch, reception hall, lounge & dining room, EPC D

SILVERTON ROAD, L17 Semi detached residence, porch & vestibule entrance, welcoming reception hall, ground floor wc, EPC E W E NERIC P

£265,000

£255,000

CROXTETH ROAD, L8 Upper floor apartment, southerly facing aspect, light & bright accommodation, dual aspect, EPC E

ALLERTON ROAD, L25 Terraced cottage, lounge, kitchen & bathroom/wc, double glazed & gas central heating, EPC D

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£235,000

£225,000

MOSSVILLE ROAD, L18 Semi detached residence, ounge, separate dining room, modern fitted extended kitchen, conservatory, EPC D

CHILDWALL VALLEY RD, L16 Semi detached residence, porch & reception hall, formal lounge, separate dining room, conservatory, EPC D

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£225,000

£215,000

£210,000

FOXLEIGH, L26 Detached family residence, ground floor wc, attractive formal lounge, open plan dining area, EPC D

BRODIE AVENUE, L19 Semi detached residence, no onward chain, lounge & dining room, kitchen, three bedrooms, EPC E

ASHLAR ROAD, L17 Semi detached residence, in lounge & separate sitting room, kitchen, three bedrooms, EPC F

HILLFOOT ROAD, L25 Semi detached family residence, lounge, sitting room, breakfast kitchen, three bedrooms, EPC D

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£190,000

OIEO £165,000

£165,000

£159,950

HARTDALE ROAD, L18 End terraced property, lounge, open plan living & dining area, extended kitchen, utility area, EPC D

ALEXANDRA DRIVE, L17 Duplex apartment, open plan lounge, modern fitted kitchen, two double bedrooms, EPC C

SCORE LANE, L16 Semi detached house, lounge & dining room, kitchen, three bedrooms, shower room, EPC D

IVYDALE ROAD, L18 Mid terraced house, lounge & dining room, modern kitchen, three bedrooms, shower room, EPC D

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£140,000

OIRO £135,000

£132,500

BRIARDALE ROAD, L18 Mid terraced house, open plan lounge through to dining room, fitted kitchen, two double bedrooms, EPC D

MATHER AVENUE, L18 End terraced property, culde-sac position, lounge, open plan dining room, sun room, kitchen, EPC awaited

LAXTON ROAD, L25 Extended end town house, entrance porch, entrance hall, lounge & dining room, kitchen, EPC E

TRISPEN CLOSE, L26 Semi detached house, lounge & dining room, kitchen & rear porch, three bedrooms, EPC D

£115,000

£109,950

£105,000

BLENHEIM ROAD, L18 Triplex apartment, living room through to kitchen, bathroom, mezzanine bedroom, EPC C

WESTDALE ROAD, L15 End terraced house, lounge & dining room, fitted kitchen, bathroom & wc, three bedrooms, EPC F

CAPSTICK CRESCENT, L25 Semi detached house, living room, dining kitchen, two bedrooms, bathroom/wc, double glazed, EPC awaited

EAST ALBERT ROAD, L17 Upper floor apartment, lounge, modern fitted kitchen, family bathroom & double bedroom, EPC C

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£145,000

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£105,000

OIEO £90,000

£87,000

£79,995

JAMES STREET, L19 Mid terraced house, lounge, dining kitchen, stylish ground floor shower room, three bedrooms, EPC D

LOXWOOD CLOSE, L25 Mid terraced house, lounge, dining room & kitchen, ground floor wc, three double bedrooms, EPC D

TITHERINGTON WAY, L15 Purpose built apartment, second floor, lounge & kitchen, bedroom & bathroom, EPC C

WOOD ROAD, L26 Semi detached house, living room, breakfast kitchen, two bedrooms, bathroom/wc, double glazed, EPC D

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W E NERIC P

£320,000

£205,000

£185,000

£149,950

MARIAN DRIVE, L35 Detached dorma bungalow, four bedrooms, lounge & kitchen, bathroom/wc, gas EPC D

MARTLETT ROAD L12 Semi detached house, three bedrooms, dining room, lounge, kitchen, bathroom/wc, EPC D

LAPWING CLOSE, L12 Detached property, 4 bedrooms - master ensuite, bespoke fitted kitchen, lounge & dining room, EPC D

GRANT ROAD, L14 Detached bungalow, three bedrooms, lounge & sitting room, kitchen, shower & separate wc, EPC E

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£135,000

£110,000

£89,950

£87,950

WESTFIELD AVENUE, L14 Semi detached house, three bedrooms, lounge & rear sitting room, extended dining kitchen, EPC awaited

GORDON DRIVE, L14 Semi detached house, three bedrooms, lounge, dining kitchen, bathroom/wc, no chain involved, EPC E

TOLLERTON ROAD, L12 Terraced house, three bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, ground floor wc, bathroom, no chain involved, EPC G

ACANTHUS ROAD, L13 Town house, ground floor bedroom & 3 bedrooms, lounge, dining area, kitchen, o chain involved, EPC D

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£79,950

£74,995

£64,995

ASSER ROAD, L11 Mid terraced house, three bedrooms, lounge, breakfast kitchen, ground floor wc, shower/wc, EPC E

BELLAIRS ROAD, L11 Semi detached house, three bedrooms, lounge, dining room, kitchen, bathroom, separate wc, EPC awaited

STORRINGTON AVE, L11 Three bedroom semi detached, lounge, dining room, kitchen, bathroom, DG, GCH, gardens, EPC D

INCE AVENUE, L4 Terraced house, three bedrooms, lounge, dining room, kitchen, bathroom/wc, no chain involved, EPC E

£64,950

£62,995

£57,000

£49,950

COLUMBIA ROAD, L34 Terraced house, two bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, ground floor bathroom/wc, garden, no chain, EPC D

ETTINGTON ROAD, L4 Three bedrooms, lounge, dining room, kitchen, bathroom/wc, rear yard, no chain involved, EPC G

SUTCLIFFE STREET, L6 Mid terrace property, 2 bedrooms, hall, lounge, dining kitchen, shower room, rear yard, EPC G

GRANTHAM STREET, L6 Terraced house, one bedroom, lounge, dining room, kitchen, bathroom/wc, EPC awaited

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£80,000

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£360pcm

£400pcm

£475pcm

£525pcm

SPRINGBANK ROAD, L4 Recently refurbished terraced house, two bedroom, through lounge, kitchen, bathroom, EPC D

ROBARTS ROAD, L4 Mid terraced property, two reception rooms, three bedrooms, breakfast kitchen, first floor bathroom, EPC E

HAHNEMANN ROAD, L4 mid terraced house, three bedrooms, bathroom/w/c, gas central heating, upvc double glazing, EPC awaited

FELTWOOD WALK, L12 End town house, three bedrooms, spacious lounge, gas central heating, double glazed windows, EPC D

£550pcm

£675pcm

MAURETANIA ROAD, L4 Mid terraced house, three bedrooms, lounge, dining room, kitchen, bathroom/wc, gas central heating, EPC D

MARKFIELD CRES, L25 Bungalow, semi detached, two bedroom, unfurnished, off street parking, front and rear garden, EPC B

£675pcm

£775pcm

ACUBA ROAD, L15 Semi detached house, three bedrooms, well presented, new carpets fitted, double glazed windows, EPC E

MELWOOD DRIVE, L12 Semi detached house, four bedrooms, separate dining room, modern fitted kitchen, family bathroom, EPC D

£795pcm

£799pcm

£950pcm

QUEENS DRIVE, L13 Spacious end terraced, four bedrooms (one with ensuite), double glazed, gas central heated, lounge, EPC D

ARKLES LANE, L4 Four bedroomed property, double glazed, gas central heated, two reception rooms, fitted kitchen/diner, EPC D

HEATHERDALE ROAD, L18 Semi-detached house, three bedrooms, two reception rooms, fully intergrated kitchen, EPC D

TOWER BUILDING, L3 Two double bedrooms, fully furnished, 24 hour concierge service, underground parking, bathroom, EPC D

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£825,000

£425,000

OIRO £250,000

£215,000

BEETHAM TOWER, L3 Duplex penthouse apartment, three bedrooms, extremely spacious open plan living area, EPC C

ALBERT DOCK, L3 Third floor apartment, two bedrooms, family bathroom and en-suite, stylish kitchen, two balconies, EPC TBC

ALBERT DOCK, L3 First floor apartment, two double bedrooms, fantastic views towards river mersey, allocated parking

STRAND STREET, L1 Tenth floor apartment, open plan living room/kitchen, ensuite shower room and family bathroom, EPC C W E NERIC P

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OIEO £175,000

£169,950

£155,000

£137,950

OLD HALL STREET, L3 Nineteenth floor apartment, two double bedrooms, kitchen, secure allocated parking space, EPC C

ST. PAULS SQUARE, L3 Second floor apartment, two double bedrooms, open plan living area, modern fitted kitchen, EPC C

WILLIAM JESSOP WAY, L3 Second floor apartment, two double bedrooms, stunning views of city, river and docklands, parking, EPC C

CITY GATE EAST, L1 Fifth floor apartment, two double bedrooms, secure allocated parking, bathroom, juliette balcony, EPC C

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£129,995

£117,500

£115,000

DEVONSHIRE ROAD, L8 First floor apartment, two double bedrooms, open plan living room/kitchen, gardens, high ceiling and feature sash

BURLINGTON STREET, L3 Three bedroom end town house, cavity wall insulation, gas central heating and upvc double glazing, EPC E

CROSSHALL STREET, L1 Lower ground floor apartment, two double bedrooms, living room/kitchen area, EPC F

WHITECHAPEL, L1 Third floor apartment, two double bedrooms, double glazed windows with feature stone surround, EPC D

£105,000

£84,950

OIEO £79,000

£70,000

THE COLLEGIATE, L6 Ground floor apartment, open plan living room/kitchen, double bedroom, EPC C

VAUXHALL ROAD, L5 Ground floor apartment, purpose built, convenient residential location, offered without chain, EPC B

CHANCELLOR COURT, L8 Second floor apartment, well presented throughout, two double bedrooms, offered without chain, EPC D

HARLEY BUILDINGS, L3 Studio apartment, ground floor, open plan living room/kithcen, bedroom area, central heating, EPC E

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£133,950

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Major property auction: 10 September 12 noon | Crowne Plaza, St Nicholas Place, Princes Dock, Liverpool L3 1QW Vacant Residential 1 2 4 5 6 8 10 12 13 14 15 19 21 25 27 28 29 34 36 37 38 39 42 44 49 53 54 55 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70

18 Rock Park, Birkenhead, Merseyside CH42 1PJ Apt 33 Willow Rise, Roughwood Drive, Liverpool L33 8WZ 38 Denford Road, Liverpool L14 2DW 20 Queens Court, Everton, Liverpool L6 2AU 1A Diana Street, Liverpool L4 5RX 8 Ismay Road, Litherland, Liverpool L21 8LY 1 Thornton Avenue, Bootle, Merseyside L20 6DS 12 Chequer Lane, Upholland, Skelmersdale, Lancashire WN8 0DE Apt 10, Grassendale Court, Grassendale Road, Liverpool L19 0LY 12 Langton Road, Wavertree, Liverpool L15 2HT 187 Ackers Hall Avenue, Liverpool L14 4AY 146 Peel Road, Bootle, Merseyside L20 4LB 18 Shellingford Road, Liverpool L14 0PD 81 Melrose Road, Kirkdale, Liverpool L4 1RP Knightsbridge Court, 35B Holland Street, Liverpool L7 0JG 2 Clapham Road, Liverpool L4 2TQ 14 Dombey Street, Liverpool L8 5TL 25 Longfellow Street, Bootle, Merseyside L20 4JR 11 Birchfield Road, Walton, Liverpool L4 5US 3 Albert Road, Tuebrook, Liverpool L13 8DZ 14 Whitby Street, Liverpool L6 4DH 83 Greenleaf Street, Liverpool L8 0RA 10 Ismay Road, Litherland, Liverpool L21 8LY 22 Judges Drive, Newsham Park, Liverpool L6 7UB 85 Greenleaf Street, Liverpool L8 0RA Flat 3, 14D Walton Park Mansions, Walton Park, Liverpool L9 1EZ 20 Dombey Street, Liverpool L8 5TL 64 Stonefield Road, Liverpool L14 0NZ 151 Kensington, Liverpool L7 2RE 2 Maryland Street, Liverpool L1 9DE 64 Glamis Road, Tuebrook, Liverpool L13 8DL 43 Greenleaf Street, Liverpool L8 0RA 54 Violet Road, Liverpool L21 6NZ 144 Wadham Road, Bootle, Merseyside L20 2DE 23 Sheil Road, Liverpool L6 3AB 51 Faraday Street, Liverpool L5 6PL

£140,000+* £25–£30,000* £55,000+* £25,000+* £40,000+* £40,000+* £55,000+* £90,000+* £45,000+* £85,000+* £50,000+* £42,500+* £55,000+* £38,500+* £40,000+* £35,000+* £70–£80,000* £38,500+* £40,000+* £45–£50,000* £46,750+* £45,000+* £40–£45,000* £150,000+* £52,500+* £40–£45,000* £60–£70,000* £50,000+* £75,000+* £480,000+* £45,000+* £45,000+* £45,000+* £55–£60,000* £55,000+* £44,950+*

71 72 74 75 77 78 80 81 82 84 85 86 87 88

58 Queens Drive, West Derby, Liverpool L13 0AJ £55,000+* 7 Colwell Road, Liverpool L14 8XY £35–£40,000* 70 Ismay Street, Liverpool L4 4EF £30–£35,000* 104 Lawrence Road, Liverpool L15 0EG £150,000+* Apt 141 Hansby Drive, Speke, Liverpool L24 9LW £60,000+* 78 Kensington, Liverpool L7 8XB £60–£65,000* 56-70 Conwy Drive, Liverpool L6 5JP £100,000+* 5 Millersdale Avenue, Liverpool L9 0JU £65,000+* 252A Aigburth Road, Aigburth, Liverpool L17 9PJ £70,000+* 22 Armour Grove, Liverpool L13 1BN £55,000+* 1 Etruscan Road, Old Swan, Liverpool L13 3DJ £65,000+* 39 Brookside, West Derby, Liverpool L12 0BA £37,000+* 4 Higher Road, Huntscross, Liverpool L26 1TA £125,000+* 51 Greenwich Road, Aintree, Liverpool L9 0HR £45,000+*

Residential Investment 3 9 11 16 18 20 22 23 31 32 33 35 40

68 Empress Road, Kensington, Liverpool L7 8SE £70,000+* 67 Wendell Street, Liverpool L8 0RG £45,000+* 9 Kremlin Drive, Liverpool L13 7BU £70–£80,000* 8 Denman Drive, Newsham Park, Liverpool L6 7UE £165,000+* 71A & 75A Borough Road, Wallasey, Merseyside CH44 6NB £150,000+* 46 Windsor Road, Tuebrook, Liverpool L13 8BD £85,000+* 161 Westminster Road, Liverpool L4 4LR £55,000+* 504 & 506 Stanley Road, Bootle, Merseyside L20 5AF SOLD PRIOR £75,000+* 15 Kremlin Drive, Liverpool L13 7BU 502 Stanley Road, Bootle, Merseyside L20 5AF SOLD PRIOR 94/94A Prescot Road, Fairfield, Liverpool L7 0JA £50–£55,000* Flat 8 Mill View, Rutter Street, Liverpool L8 6AG £32,000+* Apt 8, Grassendale Court, Grassendale Road, Liverpool L19 0LY £45,000+* 49 Bala Street, Liverpool L4 2QN £36,000+* 130 Sheil Road, Liverpool L6 7UA £175,000+* 46A South Road, Waterloo, Liverpool L22 5PQ £70,000+* 163 Westminster Road, Liverpool L4 4LR £55,000+* 20 Falkner Square, Liverpool L8 7NY £400,000+*

41 43 47 50 57 58 17 Devonshire Road, Princes Park, Liverpool L8 3TY £400,000+* 83 295 Hawthorne Road, Bootle, Merseyside L20 3AP SOLD PRIOR 89 24 Onslow Road, Kensington, Liverpool L6 3BB £120,000+*

OFFERING 89 LOTS Vacant Commercial 17 42 Cedar Road, Whiston, Prescot, Merseyside L35 2XA £80,000+* 26 207 Stanley Road, Kirkdale, Liverpool L5 7QB £25,000+* 46 Granada Buildings, East Prescot Road, Liverpool L14 9PW £280,000+* 51 8 Crown Street, Northwich, Cheshire CW9 5AX £100,000+* 56 210-214 County Road, Walton, Liverpool L4 5PJ £150,000+* 73 25 Market Street, Southport, Merseyside PR8 1HJ £40–£50,000* 76 50/52 King Street, Wallasey, Merseyside CH44 8AU

£40–£50,000*

Commercial Investment 24 46 Old Bidston Road, Birkenhead, Merseyside CH41 8BL 30 151 Knowsley Road, Bootle, Merseyside L20 4NJ 45 1A & 1B Windsor Road, Walton, Liverpool L9 4RA 52 Essex House, Bridle Road, Aintree, Merseyside L30 4UE 79 137-141 County Road, Walton, Liverpool, L4 3QF

£38,000+* £80,000+* £55,000+* £480-£520,000* £250,000+*

Land 7 Land At 3 Shrewsbury Road, Liverpool L19 5PA 48 Land To The Rear Of 24 Aigburth Drive, Liverpool L17 4JH 59 Plot 61 Land At Summerfields, Rhostyllen, Wrexham, Clwyd LL14 4EU 60 Plot 62 Land At Summerfields, Rhostyllen, Wrexham, Clwyd LL14 4EU 61 Plot 63 Land At Summerfields, Rhostyllen, Wrexham, Clwyd LL14 4EU 62 Plot 65 Land At Summerfields, Rhostyllen, Wrexham, Clwyd LL14 4EU

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Stonehouse Mews, Allerton, L18

Offers Over £650,000

• OUTSTANDING 4 Bedroom Detached • SOUGHT AFTER Gated Development • Open Plan Lounge and Dining Room • Kitchen/Breakfast Room

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Lyndhurst Avenue, Sefton Park, L18

Offers Over £385,000

Offers Over £380,000

Woolton Hill Road, Woolton, L25

Offers Over £380,000

• Four Bedroom Semi Detached • Outstanding Throughout • Modern Kitchen • Conservatory

Offers Over £330,000

• Four-Five Bedroom Extended Detached • Separate Annex • Good Size Lounge • Good Size Conservatory

Offers Over £380,000

Childwall Lane, Childwall, L25

Offers Over £320,000

• OUTSTANDING Extended 5 Bedroom Semi Detached • IMMACULATE THROUGHOUT • Sought After Location • Really Good Size Reception Rooms

Offers Over £260,000

• Superbly Presented Throughout • Highly Sought After L16 Location • Four Bedroom Detached Property • Three Reception Rooms

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Cleveley Road, Allerton, L18

£365,000

• Three Bedroom Semi Detached • Two Good Size Reception Rooms • Modern Bathroom • Two Separate Annexes to Rear

Queens Drive, Mossley Hill, L18

Offers Over £275,000

• OUTSTANDING 4 Bedroom Semi Detached • Extended to Two Floors • IMMACULATE THROUGHOUT • Sought After Location

W NE ICE PR

Viewpark Close, Aigburth, L17

Glenville Close, Woolton, L25 • Three Bedroom Detached • Large Extended Lounge • Three Reception Rooms • Sought After Cul De Sac Location

W NE

• Four Bedroom Detached • Good Size Rooms Throughout • Gardens to front and Rear • Cul De Sac Location

Moel Famu View, Aigburth, L17

Church Road, Roby, L36 • OUSTANDING Five Bedroom Detached • Immaculate Throughout • High Specification Finish • Good Size Rooms Throughout

£249,999

North Drive, Wavertree, L15

Offers Over £240,000

• Three Bedroom Extended Semi Detached • Three Reception Rooms • Two Modern Shower Rooms • Large Rear Garden

Allerton: 0151 601 3003

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W NE

Rose Brae, Mossley Hill, L18

Offers Over £220,000

• Three Bedroom Mid Terrace • Converted Loft Room • Two Large Reception Rooms • Modern Kitchen

Park Avenue, Mossley Hill, L18

Offers Over £220,000

• Secure gated courtyard with private parking • No management company fees • Walking distance of Sefton Park • Nearby Mossley Hill Station, Rose Lane and Lark Lane

W NE

Daffodil Road, Wavertree, L15

£180,000

• Three Bedroom Semi Detached • Two Reception Rooms • Good Size Rear Garden • Sought After Area

Offers Over £180,000

Offers Over £165,000

Barford Road, Hunts Cross, L25

£155,000

Offers Over £140,000

Hatherton Grove, Halewood, L26 • Two Double Bedroom Mid Town House • Cul De Sac Location • Kitchen/Dining Room • South Facing Rear Garden

open 7 days a week finding houses, delivering homes

Alderman Road, Hunts Cross, L24

Offers Over £150,000

• Three Bedroom Modern End Town House • Accommodation Over 3 Floors • Modern Newly Fitted Kitchen/Dining Room • Lounge with Balcony

W NE

Verney Crescent, Garston, L19

Offers Over £165,000

W NE

• Three Bedroom EXTENDED Semi Detached • Lounge with Open Plan Dining Area • Ground Floor Shower Room • Substantial Rear Garden

• Three Bedroom Semi Detached • Lounge/Dining Room • Good Size Bedrooms • 72 Foot Rear Garden

Deanland Drive, Speke, L24 • 4 Bedroom Mid Town House • Layout Over 3 Floors • Modern Kitchen • Modern Bathroom & En Suite

W NE

• Three Bedroom Mid Terrace • Two Reception Rooms • Kitchen/Dining Room • Rear Court Yard Not Directly Overlooked

Offers Over £210,000

W NE

• Four Bedroom End Terrace • Two Reception Rooms • Good Size Bedrooms • Perfect Family Home/ Ideal Investment Property

W NE

Bayfield Road, Aigburth, L17

Rossett Avenue, Sefton Park, L17

Woolton Road, Wavertree, L15 • Three Bedroom Extended Semi Detached • Three Reception Rooms • Open Plan Kitchen/Breakfast Room • Utility Room and Ground Floor Shower Room

£110,000

Greenheys Road, Sefton Park, L8

Offers Over £80,000

• Modern One Bedroom Flat • Modern Kitchen with Integrated Appliances • Potential Investment Opportunity • Modern Bathroom Suite

Allerton: 0151 601 3003

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St Georges Road, Freshfield, L37

£975,000

• Five bedrooms • All en-suite facilities • Offering luxury accommodation • Private location

Poplar Avenue, Moor Park, Crosby, L23

£795,000

Dowhills Drive, Blundellsands, L23

£625,000

• NO CHAIN • Four double bedrooms • Three receptions • Large garden

• Desirable 'Moor Park' location • Four bedrooms • Indoor Swimming pool • Tennis courts

LD SO

Eshe Road, Blundellsands, L23

Offers over £490,000

Admirals Quay, Blundellsands, L23

£450,000

• NO CHAIN • Spectacular views over River Mersey & Welsh Hills • Two double bedrooms • Modern kitchen and bathrooms

• Six Bedrooms • Three Reception Rooms • Three Bathrooms • Self-contained basement flat with separate yard

Ivy Cottage, Ince Road, Thornton, L23

Offers over £350,000

• 4 double bedrooms • Cottage style features • Spacious kitchen • Large Gardens

LD SO

Ennismore Road, Crosby, L23

£330,000

Moor Lane, Crosby, L23 • Five bedrooms • Corner plot • Parking • Two receptions

Lunt Road, Merseyside, L29

£280,000

Park View, Thornton, L23 • Four bedrooms • Magnificent family bathroom plus en-suite • Three receptions • Kitchen

open 7 days a week finding houses, delivering homes

Offers over £325,000

• Four bedrooms • Cottage property with original features • Tranquil and private setting • Easy access to Crosby, Formby and Maghull

• Four Bedrooms • Open Plan Kitchen • Loft Conversion • Two Reception Rooms

Cambridge Road, Crosby, L23

£295,000

• Five double bedrooms • Three bathrooms • Three receptions • Walled rear courtyard

Offers over £265,000

Moorfield Road, Crosby, L23

Offers over £210,000

• NO CHAIN • Walking distance to schools • Three bedrooms • Contemporary bathroom

Crosby: 0151 909 3003

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Seafield Avenue, Crosby, L23

Offers over £190,000

• Superbly Presented Throughout • Four Bedroom Semi-Detached • Two Spacious Reception Rooms • Open Plan Kitchen/Sitting Room

Derwent Road, Crosby, L23

Marc Avenue, Melling, L31

£170,000

• Superbly Presented Throughout • Much Sought After Cul-de-sac Location • Three Bedroom Detached Bungalow • Through Lounge/Dining Room

Offers in the region of £155,000

• Superbly Presented Throughout • Highly Sought After L23 Location • Three Bedroom Semi-Detached • Two Spacious Reception Rooms

£155,000

Hornby Road, L9

£140,000

Poplar Grove, Seaforth, L21

£120,000

• Deceptively spacious • Beautifully presented • Four good sized bedrooms • Modern bathroom

Offers over £100,000

• Ground floor apartment • Open plan • Recently refurbished • Modern Kitchen

Hillhead Road, Bootle, L20 • Superbly Presented Throughout • Popular North Liverpool Location • Three Bedroom Mid Terrace • Open Plan Kitchen/Dining Room

open 7 days a week finding houses, delivering homes

£160,000

Sycamore Road, Waterloo, L22

Offers in region of £150,000

• Superbly Presented Throughout • Three Bedroom End Terrace • Two Spacious Reception Rooms • Kitchen/Breakfast & Utility Room

• NO CHAIN • Three double bedrooms • Period features • Lounge

• Stunning 19th Century End Terrace • An Abundance of Character Throughout • Much Sought After North Liverpool Location • Three Bedrooms & Two Reception Rooms

Victoria Road West, Crosby, L23

Endbutt Lane, Crosby, L23

Westminster Road, L4 • Stunning Double Fronted Property • An Abundance of Character Throughout • Three Double Bedrooms • Two Spacious Reception Rooms

Abbotsford Road, Crosby, L23

Offers over £115,000

• Well Presented Throughout • Highly Sought After Blundellsands Location • Two Bedroom Top Floor Apartment • Open Plan Lounge/Dining Room

Offers over £90,000

Sunbury Road, Anfield, L4 • Newly Renovated Throughout • Popular North Liverpool Location • Three Bedroom Character Terrace • Two Spacious Reception Rooms

Crosby: 0151 909 3003

£85,000

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£119,750

£87,500

Huskisson Street, Georgian Quarter, L8

Princes Avenue, Toxteth, L8

• 3rd Floor Apartment • Beautiful Open Plan Lounge • Modern Kitchen

• First Floor Apartment • Double Bedroom • Spacious Lounge

• Double Bedroom • Modern Bathroom • Gas Central Heating, EPC C

• Two Bathrooms • Open Kitchen • Princes Park Area, EPC D

£189,950

W NE

SOLD SIMILAR PROPERTIES REQUIRED

£139,950

£112,000

SOLD SIMILAR PROPERTIES REQUIRED

£109,950

Waterloo Warehouse, Docklands, L3

Hudson Gardens, City Centre, L1

Pall Mall, City Centre, L1

• Stunning Duplex Apartment • Two Double Bedrooms, Allocated Parking • Fifth & Fourth Floor • Views to River Mersey, EPC E

• Spacious 2 Bed Apartment • Work/Live Apartment, Ground Floor • Close to all amenities • EPC D

• 2 Bedrooms City Centre Apartment • Third Floor, Modern Kitchen & Bathroom • Balcony, No Chain • EPC C

• 3rd Floor Apartment • 2 Double Bedrooms, Spacious Bathroom • Balcony, City Centre Location • EPC C

£85,000

W NE

W NE ICE PR

£98,500

£60,000

£53,950

Alexandra Drive, Aigburth, L17

Regency Chambers, Temple St, L2

Daisy Street, Kirkdale, L5

Espley House, City Centre, L1

• Second Floor Apartment • Double Bedroom • Modern Kitchen & Bathroom • EPC E

• 3rd Floor Apartment, Fitted Kitchen • Mezzanine Bedroom, Bathroom • Communal Courtyard • EPC C

• FULLY Re-furbished Mid Terrace • 2 Double Bedrooms, DG & GCH • 2 Reception Rooms, • EPC E

• Investment Opportunity, Studio Apt • Communal Lounge & Kitchens • 6th Floor • En-Suite

£575pcm

£560pcm

W NE

T LENGERWEED

W NE

£775pcm

£495pcm

Quebec Quay, Docklands, L3

Aigburth Road, Aigburth, L17

Harrington Chambers, City Centre, L2

Hargreaves Road, Aigburth, L17

• First & fourth floor apartments • Two bedroom, two bathrooms • Communal Gardens • Secure allocated Parking, EPC B

• Ground floor unfurnished apartment • Two bedrooms, Recently refurbished • Excellent transport links • Close to all local amenities, EPC D

• Unfurnished Apartment • Two Bedrooms, GCH • Excellent city centre location • Inspection is essential, EPC C

• One bed unfurnished apartment • First floor, Intercom System • Located close to Lark Lane • Off road parking, EPC D

City Centre: 0151 330 5333 Visit our award winning website

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OIRO £450,000

£246,000 Claremont House, West Derby, L12

Denham Drive, Kensington, L7 • Freehold property/Investment opportunity • Converted into four individual apartments • Potential to achieve £36,000pa/ Gross yield 8%

• Maintained to a very high standard • Many original features • Gas central heating/double glazed • EPC TBC

• Duplex apartment in a period mansion • Two bedrooms with fitted furniture • En-Suite shower room • Contemporary fitted kitchen

• GCH, DG and security system • Remote control gates • Spacious communal gardens • EPC C

LET AGREED SIMILARPROPERTIES PROPERTIES REQUIRED SOLD SIMILAR REQUIRED

£134,950 £136,000

£87,950 £128,000

£104,950 £525pcm

From £400pcm £59,950

W NE ICE PR

LET AGREED SIMILAR PROPERTIESREQUIRED REQUIRED SOLD SIMILAR PROPERTIES

W NE ICE PR

SOLD SIMILAR PROPERTIES REQUIRED

W NE ICE PR

SOLD SIMILAR PROPERTIES REQUIRED

Neilson L17 L13 RussianLodge, Drive,Aigburth, Stoneycroft,

Gorsehey Derby,L13 L13 Highfield Court, Road, West Old Swan,

Tremore Close, West L14 Derby, L12 Haydn Road, Dovecot,

Berwick St, Kensington, Max Road, Dovecot, L14L7

•• Unique bungalow/lodge Double detached fronted terrace •• Reception Room Rooms Three Reception •• Two FourBedrooms Bedrooms •• EPC EPC DE

••Purpose built ground floorProperty apartment Double Fronted Terraced ••Reception room Three Bedrooms ••One Twobedroom Reception Rooms ••EPC EPCED

town house ••3End bedroom town house Reception and/ Double Fitted Kitchen ••Gas CentralRoom Heating Glazing Two Bedrooms ••Gardens front and rear EPCED ••EPC

••Selection of 1mid & 2terrace bedroom apts 3 bedroom ••Electric Heating 1 reception room ••Fitted Kitchenbathroom with oven and hob Downstairs ••EPC EPCtoGbe confirmed

W NE ICE PR

£159,950

£89,950 Pottery Fields, Prescot, L32

Chapman Grove, Prescot, L34 • 3 bedroom detached house • 2 reception rooms • Conservatory

• Master bedroom with en-suite • Modern fitted kitchen • EPC D

• 2 bedroom extended terrace • Fully modernised • Fitted kitchen

£99,950

£84,950

W NE

W NE ICE PR

W NE

£139,950

• Rear Yard • Ideal First Time Buyer Property • EPC B

£60,000

Waverley Drive Prescot L34

Steward Court Prescot L35

PrescotL35 L35 Warrington Road, Presct,

Kemble Street, Prescot, L34

• Modern 3 bedroom detached house • Driveway • Front and rear gardens • EPC D

• 3 bedroom end town house • Fitted kitchen • Garden to rear • EPC F

• 3 bedroom end terrace • 2 reception rooms • GCH DG • EPC E

• 2 bedroom end terrace • 2 reception rooms • Fitted kitchen • EPC F

Old Swan: 0151 330 5350 Visit our award winning website

Prescot: 0151 292 8880 andrewlouis.co.uk

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SALES

LETTINGS

STUDENT

£240,000

£270,000

One Park West

The Colonnades A beautifully presented two bedroom apartment located on the 12th Floor of the ever popular One Park West. The property also benefits from an allocated car parking space and a balcony

Two Bedroom Apartment Balcony With Sunning Views Secure Allocated Parking EPC - C

£85,000

Two Bedroom Apartment En-suite to Bedroom River Views EPC - D

Well presented Two Bedroom, Third Floor apartment situated at the prestigious Grade 1 listed conversion on The Albert Dock

£99,950

£97,500

£110,000

Central Gardens

Kings Dock Mill

One Park West

The Reach

One Bedroom Apartment Ideal Investment Opportunity Close To The University EPC - C

One Bedroom Apartment Third Floor City Centre Location EPC - C

Studio Apartment Sought After Location Secure Allocated Parking EPC - B

Two Bedroom Apartment Secure Allocated Parking Timber Decked Balcony EPC - C

£115,000

£117,000

£117,500

£129,950

Pall Mall

The Anchorage

Westminster Chambers

Two Bedroom Apartment Timber Decked Balcony Business District Location EPC - C

Two Bedroom Ground Floor Docklands Location Allocated Parking EPC - C

Two Bedroom Apartment Investment Opportunity City Centre Location EPC - F

Well Presented Two Bedroom Apartment City Centre Location EPC - D

£145,000

£145,950

£165,000

£170,000

X Building

Princes Dock

Quebec Quay

Waterloo Warehouse

Two Bedroom Apartment Secure Parking Space Business District Location Viewing Recommended EPC - B

City Residential are now in receipt of an offer for the sum of £148,100 for 78 Princes Dock, 1 William Jessop Way, Liverpool, L3 1DJ. Anyone wishing to place an offer on the property should contact City Residential 81 - 87 Victoria Street, Liverpool, L1 6DG, 0151 231 6100 prior to exchange of contracts.

Two Bedroom Popular Development Allocated Parking EPC - B

Two Bedroom Apartment Dockland Location En-suite Bathroom Secure Allocated Car Parking EPC - C

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Asset Management

SALES

LETTINGS

Consultancy Service

STUDENT

£950pcm Waterloo Warehouse

Student

£1,200pcm One Park West

Two Bedroom Apartment Fully Furnished Two Bathrooms Allocated Parking

Two bedroom duplex apartment with great views across the river Mersey. There is a large living area, furnished to a high standard and also two large double bedrooms.

£550pcm

Two Bedroom Apartment Fully Furnished Two Bathrooms Allocated Parking

£575pcm

City Residential are delighted to be marketing this stunning two bedroom property on the 8th floor of One Park West which boast views of the City.

£600pcm

£650pcm

The Sidings

Alexandra Drive

Jenkinsons Warehouse

Tobacco Wharf

Two Bedroom Fully Furnished Close to Amenities

Two Bedroom Fully Furnished Available Immediately

One Bedroom Fully Furnished Central Location

Two Bedroom Fully Furnished Parking Included

£675pcm

£750pcm

£800pcm

Catherine House

Waterloo Quay

Alexandra Tower

Alina House

Two Bedroom Fully Furnished Popular Development

Two Bedroom Fully Furnished Allocated Parking

Two Bedroom Fully Furnished Desirable Location

Two Bedroom Fully Furnished Allocated Parking

Student Development on Paul Street 4, 5 & 6 Bed Apartments and 6 Bed Townhouses ROOMS FROM £90pppw

81-87 Victoria Street, The Old Haymarket, Liverpool L1 6DG

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Sales West Tower, L3 £250,000 • • • • • • •

West Tower, L3 £270,000

Fantastic Views Two Double Bedrooms Spacious Lounge Separate Fitted Kitchen Two Bath/Shower Rooms Air Conditioning 24Hr Concierge

West Tower, L3 £190,000 • • • • • • • •

• Former Show Apartment • Secure Parking • Wonderful Estuary Views 22nd Floor • 2 Double Bedrooms • 2 Bathrooms contemporary Kitchen • Spacious Lounge 24 Hour Concierge

Much Sought After Location Wonderful Waterfront Views 9th Floor 2 Double Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms Contemporary Kitchen Open Plan Living Space 24 Hour Concierge Viewing A Must!

The Colonnades, L3 £675,000

• Penthouse Apartment • Refurbished to High Standard • Spacious Lounge • Fitted Kitchen Three Bedrooms • EPC Rating F

Unity Building, L3 Reduced To £160,000

• Potential Rental Yeild 6.2% • First Floor Apartment • Two Double Bedrooms • Lounge Fitted Kitchen • Spacious Terrace EPC Rating C

Hurst Street, L1 £275,000

• Three Bedroom Apartment • Dockland Location Fitted Kitchen • Two Bath/Shower Rooms • Fantastic Views Secure Parking • EPC Rating B

Unity Building, L3 Reduced To £120,000

• Fifth Floor Apartment • Double Bedroom • Spacious Lounge Fitted Kitchen • 24Hr Concierge Residents Gym • EPC Rating C

Beetham Tower, L3 Reduced To £215,000

• Luxury Apartment • Two Double Bedrooms • Spacious Lounge/Dining Room • Separate Kitchen • Two Bath/Shower Rooms

Ancaster Road, L17 Reduced To £69,950

• Upper Floor Apartment • Double Bedrooms • Plus Study Area • Open Plan Lounge/ Kitchen • No Chain EPC Rating C

One Park West, L1 Reduced To £205,000

• Stunning Views • Third Floor Apartment • Corner Position Spacious Lounge • Contemporary Kitchen • Two Double Bedrooms

Freehold Street, L7 Reduced To £49,950

• Mid Town House • Lounge Fitted Kitchen • Two Bedrooms Bathroom • Off Road Parking • EPC Rating D

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Lettings Cleveley Cottage, L18 Reduced to £4,300 pcm • • • • • •

Cleveley Stables, L18 Reduced to £4,500 pcm

Inspirational Conversion Secure Gated Access 3 Reception Rooms 4 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms Large Rear Garden

One Park West, L1 £2,700 pcm • • • • •

• One of the Most Luxurious Houses in Merseyside • Four Bedrooms all with Bathrooms • Garage and Imposing Driveway • Heated Swimming pool, Gymnasium & Steam Room • Japanese Style Garden • Terrace

Secure Parking 2 Bath/Shower Rooms 3 Bedrooms Spacious Open Plan Lounge Amazing Views of the City

Abbots Close, L18 £1,500 pcm

Unity Building, L3 £1000 pcm

• 5 Bedroom Luxury Property • Family Bathroom with Jacuzzi • Extensive Rear Garden • Conservatory • En-suite to Master

• 2 Large bedrooms • Marble Ensuite to Master • Residents Gym • Balcony with Amazing views • 24 Hour Concierge

Beaufort Apartments, L8 £625 pcm

Heysmoor Heights, L8 £595 pcm

• Two Double Bedrooms • En-suite to Master • Secure Parking • Close to Liverpool City Centre • Modern Fitted Kitchen

• Gated Development • Amazing Views • Fully Furnished • 2 Double Bedrooms • Fitted Kitchen with Appliances

The Overhead, L8 £675 pcm

• 2 Double Bedrooms • En-suite to Master • Secure Parking • Open Plan Lounge • Close To Liverpool City Centre

Willow Rise, L33 £550 pcm

• 2 Bedroom Penthouse • Secure Parking • Large Terrace Balcony • Modern Fitted Kitchen • Recently Refurbished

The Dairy, L18 £650 pcm

• Luxury 2 Bedroom Flat • Ensuite to Master • Open Plan Lounge • Gated Parking • Close to Sefton Park

London Court, L3 £495 pcm

• 1 Bedroom Converted Apartment • Fitted Kitchen with Appliances • Central Location • Gas Central Heated • Available Immediately

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ALLERTON 734 0707 NEW

NEW

Woolton Road, L16

Hale Road, L24

Quarry Street, L25

St Marys Road, L36

A detached Lodge situated along Woolton Road in a highly desirable area of L16. The property is set in large gardens behind secure electric gates and high level boundary wall. The accommodation comprises four reception rooms, three bedrooms, two en suite, luxury kitchen and a basement Gym.

A stunning Three bedroom detached cottage having a thatch roof set in large beautiful gardens in a sought after area of Liverpool. the property affords a lounge, dining room, breakfast room, Clive Christian kitchen, ground floor WC, en suite bathroom plus a separate shower room.

A spacious three bedroom bungalow situated in a highly desirable area of Woolton. The property is set on a corner plot having lawned gardens, driveway and a detached single garage.l Inside there are two reception rooms, modern kitchen, three bedrooms and a well appointed bathroom. No chain!

A spacious four bedroom detached bungalow located in a favoured area of Huyton. The property affords a large 'L' shaped lounge/dining room, modern breakfast kitchen, utility room, four bedrooms, en suite, family bathroom plus conservatory. There are easily managed gardens, driveway and large garage.

£650,000

NEW

£450,000

NEW

£425,000

NEW

£349,950

NEW

Elmswood Road, L17

Orford Street, L15

Bowring Park Ave, L16

The Colonnades, L3

A spacious two bedroom detached bungalow situated in a sought after area of L17. the property offers a good size lounge, dining room, modern kitchen, two double bedrooms and a bathroom. Externally there are lawned gardens to front and rear plus driveway parking and a single garage. Viewing advised.

A stunning three storey mid terraced house located along Orford Street in a much sought after area of Wavetree. The house offers well presented accommodation inclusive of a lounge, basement open plan living kitchen and three bedrooms, en suite shower room plus a modern bathroom.

A well presented 3/4 bedroom semi detached house located in a favoured residential area of L16. the house affords a large lounge, dining room, modern kitchen, ground floor bedroom/study, three bedrooms and a bathroom. Outside there is off road parking and a large lawned garden to rear.

A superb one bedroom third floor apartment set in the prestigious Albert Dock. An excellent location with ever changing river views with accommodation comprising lounge/diner, kitchen, double bedroom and bathroom. There is 24 hours concierge service plus lift access to all floors. No chain.

£299,950

£225,000

PUBLIC NOTICE

NEW

£194,950

NEW

£185,000

NEW

Lentworth Court, L17

Charnley Drive, L15

Avondale Road, L15

Addenbrooke Dr, L24

A well presented second floor three bedroom apartment. The property offers a large lounge/diner, modern kitchen, en suite to the master bedroom plus a three piece bathroom. There are fitted wardrobes to both bedrooms plus allocated resident parking. Viewing is advised.

Clive Watkin Partnership are now in receipt of an offer for the sum of £159,950 for 75 Charnely Drive, Liverpool L15 6WA Anyone wishing to place an offer on the property should contact Clive Watkin Partnership, 58 Allerton Road, L18 1LW. 0151 734 0707 before exchange of contracts.

A refurbished three bedroom mid terraced house. The house offers a lounge, dining room, kitchen, three bedrooms and a modern bathroom. To rear there is an enclosed yard area and storage shed. Warmed by gas central heating, also enjoying the benefit of double glazing. Viewing advised.

A modern three bedroom terraced house located near to shopping facilities and schooling. The house offers a spacious lounge, dining kitchen, three bedrooms and a bathroom. The gardens to rear have been landscaped. Suited to a first time buyer, viewing recommended.

£160,000

NEW

£135,000

NEW

£112,500 NEW

Rutherford Rd, L18

Trispen Close, L26

Alwyn Street, L17

Wharfdale St, L19

Four bedroom semi-detached house ideally located in Mossley Hill. The property comprises of two reception rooms, fitted kitchen, four bedrooms and a family bathroom. The property benefits from gas central heating and double glazing. The property also has a driveway and a large garden.

Spacious semi detached house, lounge. dining room, modern kitchen, three bedrooms and a bathroom. The property benefits from double glazing and gas central heating. Externally there is ample off road parking which extends to a single garage and to rear there is a lawned garden and patio area

Two bedroom mid terraced property, double glazing and gas central heating, entrance hall, lounge, fitted kitchen with a separate dining area. To the first floor there is a good sized family bathroom and two double bedrooms. To the rear of the property there is a good sized yard with a decking area

Two bedroom recently refurbished end terraced, double glazing and gas central heating. The property briefly comprises; Entrance hall, lounge, kitchen diner. To the first floor there are two good sized bedrooms and a family bathroom with shower. To the rear of the property there is a good sized yard.

£1250pcm

£725pcm

£675pcm

£575pcm

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L3 EW D N UIL B

Fleet Street £POA Location: North West England Region Population: 470,000 Total Student Population: 54,565 Full Time Student Population: 48,630 As a UNESCO World Heritage city, Liverpool has a unique mix of contemporary and classic architecture, not to mention two magnificent cathedrals and the stunning Liverpool waterfront. The city by the sea, Liverpool is a world class tourist destination, with world class attractions to match. Awaiting EPC

Lydia Anne Street £101,250 Work in the city? Great first purchase to get on the property ladder. Situated in the heart of the Ropewalks within easy walking distance to Liverpool One with its shopping facilities, cinema, pubs and restaurants. The property is offered on a 75% shared ownership. EPC Grade = C

Pansy Street £60,000 Beautifully presented and a perfect starter home for a first time buyer. Would also suit the buy to let investors out there. Don't miss out on this one! EPC Grade = D

One Park West £1200pcm • Available September • Corner Unit • Secure Allocated Parking • Amazing Views

North Point From £84,000 TWO-BED DUPLEX/LOFT Apartments - Perfectly epitomising urban living are these two bedroom loft and duplex apartments of which there are 15 within the development.These are set over two floors, offering split-level accommodation with style as standard.

Vauxhall Road £550pcm • Student Studios • Available September • Bills and Wifi Included • Close to John Moores

The Terraces Assured rent set at 6% NET for 3 Years 1 bed Units start at £109,950 2 bed Units start at £134,950 Water-facing apartments are available

St Pauls Square £1000pcm • Available Now • Two Balconies • Secure Allocated Parking • En-suite Bathroom in Master

One Park West £575pcm • Studio Apartment • Terrace • 24 Hour Concierge • Let on The First Viewing

Adler Way £695pcm • Two Bedroom • Allocated Parking • Furnished • Similar Properties Needed

from £109,950

South Ferry Quay £725pcm • Two Bedroom Apartment • River Views • Secure Allocated Parking • Similar Properties Needed

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TUEBROOK

NORRIS GREEN

Buckingham Road

£90,000

Mid terrace property located in the Tuebrook area giving access to local amenities and transport links. Property comprising of three bedrooms, kitchen/diner and shower room. The property has a central heating system.

Angelica Drive

WEST DERBY

Offers in Excess of £115,000

Modern semi detached property situated on the Ellergreen Developement in Norris Green. Property comprising of three bedrooms with en-suite to master, conservatory, gardens and off road parking.

WALTON VALE

£120,000

Faversham Road

Mid Terrace Property with three bedrooms over three floors and three separate reception rooms. Property located in the popular area of Walton Vale giving access to local shops, schools and transport systems.

Colmore Road £82,500 • Investment Property • Four Bedrooms • Off Road Parking • No Onward Chain

£160,000

Fabulous semi detached property has come available with no onward chain comprising of three bedrooms, gardens with off road parking. Internal viewings are a must.

NORRIS GREEN

Cedar Road

NORRIS GREEN

Darley Drive

NORRIS GREEN

Pennycress Rd OIEO £85,000 • Modern Semi Detached • Three Bedrooms with en-suite • Front & Rear Gardens • Off Road Parking

£80,000

Three bedroom mid terrace property situated in the Norris Green Area giving access to local amenities and transport links. Accommodation on offer lounge, kitchen, downstairs bathroom. Externally the property has a paved drive giving off road parking whilst to the rear there is a lawned area with paved a patio. No onward chain.

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Ridgmont Avenue £49,950 • End Terrace Property • Three Bedrooms • DG, GCH • No Onward Chain

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0151 226 5668 west_derby@reedsrains.co.uk •The tenancy set up fee is £240. Additional fees may apply. Please refer to the website or ask in branch for more details,

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PUBLIC NOTICE

ADDRESS 109 TORRINGTON DRIVE LIVERPOOL L26 1TW We are acting in the sale of the above property and have received an offer of £75,000. Any interested parties must submit any higher offers in writing to the selling agent before an exchange of contracts takes place Epc grade D

L25

Mackets Lane

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Property Address:6 Palmerston Road, Liverpool L19 1RN. We advise that an offer has been made for the above property in the sum of £86,000. Any persons wishing to increase on this offer should notify the agents of their best offer prior to exchange of contracts. Agents Reeds Rains. Address :1a Speke Road, Liverpool L25 8QA. Agents Telephone Number:0151 428 9484

L25

£130,000

BIG MOVE OPEN HOUSE EVENT, SAT 29TH AUGUST, PLEASE CALL 0151 428 9484 FOR VIEWING APPOINTMENT DETAILS....Having been well cared for internally and externally this is a fantastic opportunity for a first time buyer or if you're looking to downsize. EPC GRADE E

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L19

Eaglehurst Road • 2 Bedrooms • Dorma Bungalow • Off Road Parking • EPC GRADE D

£179,999

£150,000

Clifton Street

£90,000

BIG MOVE - OPEN HOUSE EVENT, SATURDAY 29TH AUGUST, PLEASE CONTACT US ON 0151 428 9484 FOR MORE DETAILS. This property has many excellent things to offer, excellent spacious reception rooms, modern kitchen and bathroom plus two very good double bedrooms. EPC GRADE D

L25

BIG MOVE OPEN HOUSE EVENT, THURS 27TH AUGUST, PLEASE CALL 0151 428 9484 FOR VIEWING APPOINTMENT DETAILS....Sylvan Court is a peaceful location that offers a community spirit among the fellow residents, a well sought after retirement development for the over 55's this 2 bedroom property comes with no chain. EPC GRADE D

L26

Mackets Lane

£135,000

BIG MOVE OPEN HOUSE EVENT, SAT 29TH AUGUST, PLEASE CALL 0151 428 9484 FOR VIEWING APPOINTMENT DETAILS....Looking for something with potential? Potential to move into a family home and put your own stamp on it while you enjoy it, well this could be ideal. EPC GRADE E

Redoaks Way

L25

£85,000

BIG MOVE OPEN HOUSE EVENT, SAT 29TH AUGUST, PLEASE CALL 0151 428 9484 FOR VIEWING APPOINTMENT DETAILS....An immaculate top floor apartment that's ready to move straight in to, whether you're a first time buyer, an investor or someone looking for a something to downsize to this could be for you. AWAITING EPC

L26

New Hutte Lane

£90,000

BIG MOVE OPEN HOUSE EVENT, SAT 29TH AUGUST, PLEASE CALL 0151 428 9484 FOR VIEWING APPOINTMENT DETAILS.... A fantastic investment opportunity, already extended and a good sized property in need of some modernisation and TLC to bring it back to being a wonderful family home. EPC GRADE E

Baileys Lane

Escor Road

£175,000

BIG MOVE 4, OPEN HOUSE EVENT 29TH AUGUST. PLEASE CALL BRANCH FOR VIEWING APPOINTMENT DETAILS.... With superb spacious accommodation this house could be for you if you enjoy entertaining, have a large family or would simply love a house with lots of space and light. AWAITING EPC.

L25

£160,000

Mount Park Court £450,000

BIG MOVE OPEN HOUSE EVENT, SAT 29TH AUGUST, PLEASE CALL 0151 428 9484 FOR VIEWING APPOINTMENT DETAILS....Are you searching for a family home with a lovely garden and something that's ready to move in to? Well kept by the current owners. EPC GRADE E

BIG MOVE 4 OPEN HOUSE EVENT, 2ND SEPTEMBER - PLEASE CALL 0151 428 9484 FOR VIEWING APPOINTMENT DETAILS... This is one of those houses that you really must see inside, it has wonderful spacious ground floor accommodation that flows from front to rear really well. EPC GRADE D

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Landlord Q & A’s with John Arrowsmith Q. How can I protect myself against non payment of rent? A. Here at Liverpool Residential when letting a property, we take as many precautions as possible to ensure a quality tenant is found for your property and protect against loss of rent. This starts with professional tenant referencing. We use an outside company to carry out previous landlord and employment checks as well as a credit check. If a tenant is referenced successfully, our tenant reference provider can offer us rental guarantee and legal protection which in is a must for every landlord nowadays. Every property we let at Liverpool Residential comes with rental guarantee and legal protection as standard, giving you peace of mind that your rent will be paid and should a tenant need to be evicted all the legal costs are covered. Q. Why do I need an inventory ? A. It is vital that you have an inventory with photographs detailing the contents and condition of your property before a tenant moves in. Should you need to make a claim against a tenants security deposit at the end of the tenancy, you will need this document as proof that the tenant has caused the damage. Since April 2007 it has been a legal requirement that all tenants security deposits are protected by one of the schemes available. If you don't have an inventory and you try to make a claim against a tenants deposit you could find yourself out of pocket, even if the tenant has caused the damage as there is no proof and it is your word against theirs. Here at Liverpool Residential we include an inventory with photographs as standard with our let only and full management service. Q. Why should I use Liverpool Residential to let my property ? A. The simple answer is, we offer landlords a professional & complete service for an unbeatable fixed fee. A complete service not only includes finding you a tenant but also all the legal documentation needed including a tenancy agreement, inventory, issuing of the tenants prescribed information as well as protecting your tenants security deposit and rental guarantee which other agencies will charge you extra for. If you are thinking of letting your property or have any questions about letting contact me today on 0151 322 2003 or via email: john@liverpoolresidential.com

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www.bluerowlettingsliverpool.com VIEWINGS 7 DAYS A WEEK / ONLINE BOOKINGS 24/7 Magnificent Georgian townhouse which has been sympathetically restored to the highest specification and retaining many original features. Stunning German kitchen/breakfast room, sitting room, dining room, drawing room, four double bedrooms, Travertine tiling and contemporary fittings to bathrooms, utility room, cellars. Garage to rear with parking for one large car or 2 small cars and off road parking for one car to the front of the house. Private garden, unfurnished. Viewing essential. Council Tax Band E. Available mid November 2015.

A fabulous first floor luxury apartment which benefits from an array of features including double glazing, underfloor heating, CCTV security system and a lift to all floors. The high-spec accommodation comprises of a communal entrance, en-suite to master bedroom, guest bedroom, modern bathroom, spacious living/dining room with balcony and separate stylish fitted kitchen. Secure allocated parking, mature communal gardens, convenient for Formby Village and railway stations. Available immediately.

A two double bedroom duplex apartment in the impressive development Hatton Garden situated off Dale Street in the heart of the business district. This well presented fourth floor apartment is furnished to a high standard. Briefly comprising of communal entrance with lift and stairs to all floors, entrance hall, living/dining area, study area, bathroom, en-suite shower room, two double bedrooms and balcony. Parking available at an additional cost of £100 per month. Available early 9th September 2015.

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£2550pcm Bluerow Lettings are delighted to offer for rent this unfurnished first floor one bedroom apartment located near to both Princes Park and Sefton Park. The property briefly comprises; bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, living/dining room, benefiting from the use of communal gardens. Viewing recommended. Council Tax band A.

A well presented part furnished 3 storey town house benefiting from gas central heating and uPVC double glazing. The property briefly consists of ground floor hall, fitted cloaks, kitchen, dining room/bedroom 4, stairs to the first floor, sitting room with floor to ceiling double glazed windows and door to balcony, bedroom 3 and bathroom, stairs to second floor, master bedroom with an en-suite shower room off and bedroom 2. Gardens to the front and rear of the property. Off road parking. Viewing highly recommended. Available mid September. Council Tax Band B.

This first floor furnished apartment in this converted period house is close to Lark Lane and Sefton Park with on street parking. Communal entrance, stairs to all floors, hallway, open plan sitting/dining/kitchen, two double bedrooms and bathroom. Wood sash windows, gas fired central heating. Available from 1st September 2015. Council Tax Band: A. Minimum let 12 months.

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This stunning duplex apartment offers two double bedrooms, stylish en suite shower room and separate bathroom, contemporary kitchen and generous living/dining room. To the outside, there is also a private patio garden and allocated residents parking. It is situated at the redeveloped Mostyn House site and is available immediately.

A stunningly spacious two-bedroom apartment in the highly sought after location of Falkner Square in the bohemian Georgian Quarter. This is a great find and must be viewed to be truly appreciated. The furnished apartment is available straight away and has lots of original features including sash windows, fireplaces and stairway. There is a patio area to the front and rear of the property and Falkner Square is on your door step. A parking permit is available upon request.

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SINCE ITS LAUNCH IN APRIL THE GOVERNMENT’S HELP TO BUY SCHEME HAS HELPED OVER PEOPLE IN MERSEYSIDE TO GET ON THE HOUSING LADDER AS THE SUMMER SLOWDOWN DRAWS TO A CLOSE AND THE HOUSING MARKET GATHERS PACE ONCE MORE WE TAKE A LOOK AT HOW THE GOVERNMENT SCHEME WORKS AND HOW IT CAN HELP YOU GET MOVING!

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HOT TOPIC

uying a home has always been the dream for young adults in the UK. The market downturn, tough lending criteria and even soaring house prices have done little to dampen our desire to get on the property ladder. Recognising this, successive governments have developed schemes to help would-be buyers, the most recent – and arguably most successful – of which is Help to Buy. Introduced in 2013 the scheme forms three parts (the third has not yet come into play) – the equity loan, the mortgage guarantee and the Help to Buy ISA. What sets it apart from many previous attempts at homebuyer schemes is it is not aimed solely at first-time buyers. Indeed, the government has recognised that it’s not just first-timers who need a little assistance and as such the first and second part of the initiative are available to all buyers, provided they meet the necessary requirements.

HELP TO BUY HOW IT WORKS The first part of the initiative to go live was the Help to Buy equity loan. Using the scheme borrowers can put just 5% towards their deposit to access a mortgage at 75% LTV with the government providing a loan to cover the remaining 20%. Mortgages with lower LTVs are more affordable than those in the higher range so using Help to Buy can help you to get a loan with manageable repayments. You won’t have to pay any interest on the loan for the first five years after which you’ll be charged 1.75% annually with rises in line with the Retail Price Index plus 1% each year. You’ll have 25 years to repay the loan but if you sell up before then you’ll need to repay it with proceeds from the sale. The scheme will run until 2020, after the government announced an extension to it, and to be eligible you’ll simply need to be looking to buy a new build home for £600,000 or less.

HELP TO BUY The second part of the Help to Buy Scheme comprises the mortgage guarantee and was launched three months earlier than originally planned in October 2013. The mortgage guarantee enables would-be buyers to take out a mortgage with 5% deposit. When the mortgage market suffered a downturn as a result of the global credit crunch lenders became reluctant to offer mortgages with high LTVs. In other words, anyone who wanted to buy a home had to fork out for a pretty hefty deposit. Under this part of the Help to Buy scheme, the government will guarantee up to 15% of the property’s value thus giving the lender the confidence to offer higher LTV loans. The lender effectively buys this guarantee from the government for a fee. The mortgage guarantee element of Help to Buy is available on both new build and existing homes worth up to £600,000. As the borrower you’re still responsible for making the repayment and you’ll still owe 95% of the property’s value but the lender will be more willing to give you a mortgage because part of it is guaranteed by the government.

THE HELP TO BUY ISA Unless you’re lucky enough to have someone give you the money for a deposit on a home then the chances are you’re going to do like the rest of us and save, save, save. But how would you like a little help while you do? Under the brand new savings initiative launched by the government in March, that’s exactly what you’ll get. The Help to Buy ISA, announced by Chancellor George Osborne in his Budget speech, sees the government contribute 25% to your savings. That means for every £100 you save the government will give you £25. You can get a maximum of £3,000 from the government (on savings of £12,000) but as long as you save at least £1,600 you’ll be able to qualify for the contribution. What’s more, Help to Buy ISAs are available to every firsttime buyer (as long as you meet the requirements) so if you’re buying a property with a friend or a partner you can both take out ISAs and earn up to £6,000 from the government. To start your ISA you’ll need £1,000 and the scheme will come into effect on 1 December so you’ve still time to save that minimum amount if you need to. Of course, it’s worth pointing out that you’ll only receive the government contribution if you buy a home. The money will go straight to the mortgage lender when you come to buy and not directly to your account. The property you buy must be worth £250,000 or less (or £450,000 or less if you’re in the capital) and must be in the UK. To qualify you simply need to be a first-time buyer and aged 16 or over. You’ll also need to be buying a home to live in and not to rent out. As with Cash ISAs there are limits to the amount you can put into your Help to Buy ISA each year. The annual limit for Help to Buy ISAs is £2,400 (plus your initial deposit). It’s worth bearing in mind however that you aren’t allowed to open a Help to Buy ISA and a Cash ISA in the same tax year and the amount you can save in a Help to Buy ISA is much lower than that of a Cash ISA (which has a limit of £15,240 for the 2015-16 tax year). Of course, the Cash ISA doesn’t come with a cash boost from the government so if you’re saving purposely for a house a Help to Buy ISA and a regular savings account might be your best option. At the moment the scheme is set to run four years, which means you’ll have until 2019 to take one out.

GLOSSARY LOAN TO VALUE LTV – The ratio of the money you need to borrow compared to the value of the property. For example if you’re buying a home for £200,000 and you have a £40,000 deposit you need to borrow £160,000 of £200,000 which equals 80%.

RETAIL PRICE INDEX RPI – An index which monitors the

change in price of retail goods. INDIVIDUAL SAVINGS ACCOUNT ISA – A savings account

which allows savers to deposit money without paying tax on interest earned.

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WORDS BY CHRISTINE TONER

THE HELP TO BUY SHOW LIVERPOOL

2015

AS THE FIRST EVER HELP TO BUY SHOW COMES TO LIVERPOOL WE CATCH UP WITH SANDY KELLY OF ORGANISERS HELP TO BUY NORTH WEST AND FIND OUT WHAT ATTENDEES CAN EXPECT FROM THE SEPTEMBER EVENT

WHO IS THE SHOW AIMED AT? Sandy Kelly: The show is aimed at anyone who is looking to buy an affordable home. The great thing about Help to Buy is that it is available for everyone, from people looking to buy their first home, to those who just need a little extra help to move on and up the ladder. HOW USEFUL WILL IT BE FOR ATTENDEES? SK: It will be really useful. It’s an opportunity for prospective buyers to find out everything they need to know about buying a new home from the people that have all the knowledge, from housing developers about their new developments in the North West, to financial advisors and solicitors who can answer any questions about the financial and legal aspects of starting the home buying journey. WHAT KIND OF THING CAN ATTENDEES EXPECT? SK: There will be representatives from housing developers who have developments all over Merseyside and the North West so it’s a great opportunity for buyers to find out about the developments, and also the areas the homes are in. I suggest to attendees to make a big list of questions that they will want to ask the experts, because they might not get the opportunity again. In addition attendees will be able to speak to representatives from Help to Buy North West specifically about the Help to Buy schemes and how the schemes can help them buy a new home. People can feel self-conscious about asking questions, but no question is too insignificant or too big for the team to answer and we hope everyone will find what they’re looking for on the day. 46 Your Move

HOW DID THE MANCHESTER SHOW GO? Help to Buy’s Manchester show proved to be a huge success SK: The Manchester show went really well. Nearly 1000 people attended which was just amazing. The feedback from visitors was brilliant, with many saying they’d found the buyers. One thing we try to encourage with the house they wanted to purchase. shows is that it’s also for ‘second steppers’ too. Having a range of financial advisors was key The property market is very fluid and it’s to the success I think, as many people were important that people don’t find themselves ‘stuck’ in the first home they have purchased, looking to get free and impartial advice about otherwise there isn’t enough homes for the how to get onto the property ladder, and it was first-time buyers to move in. If you have a great to see so many people finding what they stable income, can afford mortgage repayments were looking for. but maybe can’t save enough up for a hefty deposit then Help to Buy is here for you, DO ENOUGH PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT HELP whether you’re moving to your first or third TO BUY? WHAT MORE CAN BE DONE TO home, and our role is to make sure everyone EDUCATE PEOPLE ABOUT THE BENEFITS OF knows this, so we can help everyone achieve THE SCHEME? their dream of owning their home. SK: I am always surprised when people tell me In addition, many people think Help to Buy they haven’t heard about Help to Buy, but if they have only recently started looking for their is only for new build homes. There are many first home I can understand why they might parts of the Help to Buy scheme, and the not realise all the help that is available to them. Mortgage Guarantee scheme is for existing This is why the shows are so important, and properties too. If you are interested in in particular the venue it is in. The Manchester purchasing an existing property, just speak to show was at Manchester Central, and as it was the potential mortgage provider about the in such a central location, it drew a lot of Mortgage Guarantee scheme or to someone at people in that before hadn’t heard of Help to Help to Buy North West for more information. Buy and were coming to the show to find out how it applies to them and how it can help. We chose the BT Convention Centre in Liverpool for the same reason; it’s such a key venue in Liverpool for exhibition shows that people trust it and will trust the expertise of the shows that take place there. WHAT COMMON MISCONCEPTIONS ARE THERE ABOUT HELP TO BUY? SK: The most common misconception about Help to Buy is that it is only for first-time

“It’s an opportunity for prospective buyers to find out everything they need to know about buying a new home from the people that have all the knowledge.”

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“The forthcoming Help to Buy show is an unmissable opportunity for prospective buyers to find out more about this affordable route to buying a home. Help to Buy has been an extremely successful scheme allowing thousands of young people to get a foot on the property ladder. “However at Paul Crowley and Co Solicitors, we understand that the legal and financial process can be confusing for first time buyers in particular. We are pleased to be exhibiting at the show where our experts will be on hand to offer guidance on the legal aspects of buying a home, including information on equity loans and mortgages.”

“We’re really looking forward to exhibiting at the forthcoming Help to Buy Show. This is the first of its kind in Liverpool and a great chance for us to offer quality advice to the public and let people know about Riverside’s new developments in the region. “We’re currently working on two developments which are perfect for first-time buyers and growing families. Our homes at Picton Road in Wavertree are nearing completion and we’ve recently received planning permission for a mixed use scheme at the site of the former Walton hospital on Rice Lane. “We’re passionate about giving people affordable alternatives to getting on the property ladder and would urge anyone looking for their dream home to come along to the event!”

“Redrow has had great success with Help to Buy; a huge percentage of our customers have used the scheme and appreciated the benefits. It’s enabled those who perhaps couldn’t previously afford a brand new home to get onto the property ladder. In some cases buyers are even able to jump a couple of rungs and buy a bigger house than they were expecting straight from renting. “Because Help to Buy isn’t restricted to first-time buyers, it’s also helped those looking to trade up who have sold subject to contract but didn’t have a large chunk of equity in their previous property. The combination of only needing a 5% deposit and lower mortgage repayments because of the 20% equity loan is a win-win for home buyers.”

"The Help to Buy show is a fantastic opportunity for people who are aspiring to get on the first rung of the property ladder, to come and see exactly what routes are available to help them achieve this. “At Oriel we make the dream of owning a high quality house a reality. All our houses are available with a range of buying options and we are pleased to be offering Help to Buy and supporting the scheme by exhibiting today."

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NEWS HOMES FOR A POUND APPLICATIONS TOP More than 2,500 people have applied to buy a home through Liverpool City Council’s Homes for a Pound Plus scheme, latest figures have revealed. The original scheme was expanded following the success of a pilot project involving properties around Granby Four Streets and Arnside Road. The latest initiative will transform empty terraced homes off Smithdown Road in Picton. Would-be buyers had until July 31 to apply and by the closing date 2,560 applications had been received. Deputy Mayor, Councillor Ann O’Byrne, says: “We have had tremendous interest in this scheme and we will now begin the hard job of assessing the applications against the eligibility and priority criteria. “We know from previous experience that some people who apply aren’t eligible, while others decide during the process that it isn’t for them or the properties aren’t what they are looking for. Ultimately, this is about giving people the chance to get on the housing ladder as we seek to drive up the quality, standard and range of properties in the city.

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“Homes for a Pound is just one of a range of measures we are using to bring a total of 4,000 houses across the city back into use.” The homes involved in the scheme are located in and around Britannia Avenue, Altcar Avenue, Childwall Avenue, Dorset Avenue, Bird Street, Richardson Street, Garrick Street, Tunstall Street and Webster Road.

The successful applicants will be required to live in the property for a minimum of five years, refurbish the property to the Decent Homes Standard and comply with an agreed schedule of works. Applicants will be contacted by the end of October and advised about the next stage of the process.

FINAL HOMES REMAINING AT LUXURY WATERFRONT SCHEME Just a handful of apartments remain at Promenade Estates’ latest development, The Prom @ New Brighton. Each of the luxury, purpose built apartments feature a master bedroom with en suite bathroom, AEG appliances in the kitchen, fully tiled bathroom and ‘winter’ balcony, as well as secure parking and CCTV coverage for residents. Sue Taylor, founder of Almond Property which is marketing The Prom @ New Brighton, says: “The high demand for the apartments in New Brighton has been brilliant. It just shows that there is a need for modern and luxury seaside homes in the Wirral Peninsula. “One thing that buyers have pointed out again and again is the innovative winter balconies that each apartment has, allowing you to enjoy the amazing sea views from the homes all year long. “Buyers interested in seeing the final properties should get in touch, as I’m sure the last few homes will get snapped up soon.” Daniel Hynd, managing director of Promenade Estates, says: “The Prom @ New Brighton is a unique opportunity to own a luxury apartment, in the heart of New Brighton. The homes look spectacular and we’re really pleased that the new apartments have had such a fantastic response from buyers.” A three-bedroom duplex apartment is currently on display as a show home at the development, and prices start at £195,000 for a two-bed apartment with a winter balcony. The homes are available to purchase under the government’s Help to Buy scheme. The Prom apartments

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Furniture and home decoration brands Epic Furniture and Finsa Home have become the latest big names to sign up to the Merseyside Landlord and Property Show. Established in 1931, Finsa specialises in DIY kitchens, kitchen units and laminate flooring. The manufacturer oversees the whole production process from start to finish, including the management of its own sustainably grown forests. Epic Furniture has been a regular exhibitor at the show under different guises, including Northern Furniture and Liverpool Landlord Furniture. The company specialises in supplying furniture for landlords, letting agents, developers and student accommodation schemes. The free-to-attend Merseyside Landlord and Property show will take place at the waterfront’s BT Convention Centre on Saturday 24 October. Finsa and Epic join a host of exhibitors including Andrew Louis, Karl Tatler and Lloyds Banking Group.

The event will feature seminars from industry experts including Wilson Henry LLP on property investment planning and Marx Insurance on landlord insurance. Event organiser Catherine McCarthy says: “This is a fantastic event for anyone involved in buy-to-let. Whether you’re an experienced landlord with a huge portfolio or you’re considering investing in a rental property for the first time, the advice and expertise on offer at the show will give you everything you need to know to get the most out of your investment.

“We’ve got some fantastic exhibitors signed up already and a selection of seminars that we know will be really beneficial to attendees. We do still have a small number of stands available so anyone wishing to exhibit at the event should contact me as soon as possible on 0151 709 3871. This really is a show that is not to be missed.” For more information about the show, which is sponsored by Paul Crowley & Co Solicitors, and to download your free tickets visit merseysidelandlordsexpo.com.

GEORGIAN PROPERTIES ON OFFER AT SUTTON KERSH NEXT AUCTION A selection of Georgian style properties are amongst the 89 lots on offer at Merseyside auctioneer Sutton Kersh’s next sale. Among the lots going under the hammer is a fire damaged Georgian style Grade II detached property in Birkenhead, with views over the estuary. 18 Rock Park is within a designated conservation area on the west bank of the River Mersey and comprises 11 bedrooms. It is being offered with planning permission for conversion into six two-bedroom flats at a guide price of £140,000 plus. Meanwhile, a three storey detached Georgian style property between Princes Gate West and Ullet Road, a short distance from Liverpool city centre, is also available. The property, which has been converted to provide 12 self-contained apartments, requires a full refurbishment scheme. The potential annual income when fully let is in excess of £60,000. The guide price is £400,000 plus. Elsewhere, a three storey plus basement town house on Falkner Square in the Georgian Quarter of Liverpool, arranged as five self-contained flats producing annual income of over £30,000, is guided at £400,000 plus. Cathy Holt, head of auctions at Sutton Kersh, says: “This is a strong catalogue to kick off the second half of our 2015 auction campaign with stock well represented in all categories”. The sale at the Crowne Plaza, St Nicholas Place, Princes Dock on Thursday 10 September starts at 12 noon. 54 Your Move

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important that prospective home buyers have access to all the right knowledge they need, particularly financial advice. “We’re really glad that the likes of Lloyds and Mortgage Solutions Merseyside will be on board to bring their expertise to the Help to Buy Show Liverpool, and I’m sure the event is going to be informative for all those that attend.” Phil Downey, owner of Mortgage Solutions Merseyside says: “We’re really looking forward to attending the Help to Buy Show Liverpool. It’s going to be a great opportunity to meet lots of first-time buyers and those looking for independent financial advice about buying a new home. “It’s also going to be interesting to chat to all the other exhibitors about the exciting projects they have going on and bring together the Merseyside property market.” For more information and to download your free ticket for the show visit www.helptobuyshow.com.

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Luxury Cheshire development St Elphin’s View will hold an open day in September for buyers interested in purchasing one of the new build homes. Phase two of the development is made up of five fourbedroom houses, situated on a former dairy farm once owned by the Daresbury Estate. The open day will take place on Saturday 26 September from 11am to 5pm, and will allow prospective buyers to take a look around the show home at the development, which is located near to the villages of Daresbury and Hatton. The new build detached homes will come complete with private gardens, designated parking and panoramic views over the Cheshire countryside. Liverpool-based developer Atrium has been working on the project and is urging interested buyers to come to the open day and see the new homes for themselves. Jayne Holley, general manager of Atrium, says: “The new build homes at St Elphin’s View are going to look spectacular and I can’t wait to welcome prospective buyers to the show home in September. “We have already had a great deal of interest in the development with four of the six converted properties which make up phase one already sold and another reserved. “Demand for the new build homes will be very strong I’m sure, so please contact our selling agents Meller Braggins very soon to arrange a visit to the site.” Members of the Atrium team will be on hand during the open day to help visitors and answer any queries about this gorgeous development. Prices are £535,000 for the new build homes. To view the properties or request more details, contact Meller Braggins on 01925 210 021. Your Move 55

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NEWS CENTURY OPENS CROSBY OFFICE The team behind the South Liverpool office of Century 21 has launched a second branch in the city. Owners of the Woolton Road franchise Dan Pennington and Ian Ambrose says their new office, based in Crosby Village, will offer full estate agency services including sales, lettings and property management. Dan Pennington, managing director, says: “It probably came a little sooner than we anticipated but after the huge success of our Woolton agency, we identified a great spot for our next office and then once we had everything agreed, we ploughed on with the renovation and are delighted to have opened the new office, pretty much two years to the day after our first. “The location is excellent, right in the heart of Crosby Village on the pedestrian area, and we have continued our very modern, contemporary, clinical feel to the office in terms of renovation. We feel the look and brand will sit well in such a great part of the city. “Natasha Atkinson has moved from our Woolton branch and we have also taken on Kirsti Alman who has excellent local knowledge being based only a few minutes from the branch”. Century 21 are now launching an opening sales fee offer of £795 inc VAT for the first 21 properties listed at the new branch. For more information call 0151 541 9921.

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Wirral based Karl Tatler Estate Agents & Lettings has raised over £2,750 for local charities following a summer of fundraising. The agent raised the funds for Red Cross in Merseyside and Headway Wirral. The Heswall Summer Fair, which included a variety of stalls on offer, including a fun fair and a Red Cross Village, was organised to support the work carried out by Red Cross in Merseyside. Managing director Karl Tatler says: “All the team at Karl Tatler were delighted to be involved and raise over £1,800 from our exciting raffle and by selling homemade cakes to a very supportive public.” Meanwhile a team of Karl Tatler staff then took part in the annual Wirral Dragon Boat Festival held at West Kirby Marine Lake, achieving a sponsorship total of £950 for Headway Wirral. The local charity works to improve life after brain injury. Karl added: “I’m incredibly proud of all my staff for being so enthusiastically involved in fundraising for these two worthwhile causes.”

Liverpool Student Lettings is the brain child of experienced city agent Dave Blackman and business partner Shez Blundell. The agency will offer high quality student accommodation both in the city centre and in the Smithdown Road area of the city. It is currently marketing properties on Pomona Street, Hope Street and Maryland Street. Dave says: “We’re extremely excited to launch in such a fantastic part of the city. The location of our current properties is second to none and all of the properties are of a very high standard. “There is no shortage of students in Liverpool but to make sure your property is let you need to use an agent you can trust. I have over 30 years’ experience in property and I’m a member of the Association of Residential Letting Agents so landlords who work with us can rest assured they’ll get a safe, professional and licensed service.” Landlords interested in letting a property through Liverpool Student Lettings should contact Dave or Shez on 0151 707 7799 or by emailing office@liverpoolstudentlettings.com.

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You’ve toured and collaborated with the likes of Bombay Bicycle Club and Tom Odell. Is there anyone else you’d love to work with? At the moment I'm really open to anything and I'm having some time to be creatively free and open! I recently wrote a song with a guy called Fakear who is so talented and we performed it for the first time at Montreux Jazz Festival, so I'm very excited about working with him. Also, a huge hero of mine is Kate Bush so I've always got my ear to the wall for any sign of her looking for collaborators! Your album, ‘Unguarded’, has been described as a coming-of-age album. How would you describe your style of music? The most important thing to me is that my music is very honest and my writing has so far been very uncensored and true. I like to look at each song as having a life of its own, then decide on how it should live and breathe through instrumentation and production. There are different shades on the album. Some moments are calm and intimate, others are wild and sweeping - just like the tilt and shift of everyday life and the experiences we have. You’ve been regarded as a ‘musician’s musician’, do you view yourself this way? I think if you’re a music fan and you’re passionate about what you do, naturally you are drawn to be friends with like-minded people. There are some truly wonderful people who I’ve met along the way and I feel very lucky to have friends to talk to and discuss ideas with.

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You’ve already featured on Rudimental’s No. 1 album and Wilkinson’s top 10 hit ‘Afterglow’. What can we expect from your solo album? My album will be what I'm calling an electro soul left-field pop vibe. I wanted to make it interesting and as timeless as possible, and I really feel I've achieved that over the past three years. You performed during last year’s LIMF at the MTV Brand New event in Camp and Furnace. What are you mostly looking forward to on your return to the festival? I'm looking forward to it being outside this year! It's going to be a nice festival open space, and should be a great lively crowd! What other projects have you got coming up after LIMF? I should be having my own mini tour in the autumn and another single coming out too.

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Where do you find musical inspiration? I guess I draw from everywhere really. Inspiration is something you have to hunt for, you have to give it an opportunity to get into your life and, most importantly, you have to write about things. That's what I tend to do - every now and then I write something I like and it gets past my notepad and into the studio. You’ve been touring the UK. What’s the best thing about being on the road? There's nothing better than seeing people enjoying your work first hand and it's great meeting the people who are supporting me. Also, there are so many places I may have never visited that I get to explore a little. It's a real privilege.

You’ve worked with the likes of Gorgon City and featured on 1Xtra’s Hot for 2015 list. How do you feel such exposure and recognition is impacting on your career so far? Touring with Gorgon City was one of the most invaluable experiences I've ever had. Having a connection with 12,000 people whilst you're on stage is one of the best feelings in the world. I was really honoured to be included in 1Xtra's hot for 2015 list. I make music for the inherent reward of making music so any recognition is just a bonus!

You’re currently working on your debut album. What can we expect? I'm in the studio at the minute and it's sounding incredible. There's so much going on in there that it's hard to explain really, there are definitely a few curve balls! It's actually nearly finished and I'm really proud of it. You'll have to wait a little longer but I'll be sharing some of it soon.

Who are your main musical influences? My influences change all the time, but the artists I keep coming back to are Bobby Womack, Al Green and Amy Winehouse, to cut a long list short.

What can music fans expect from your forthcoming LIMF performance? I'll be playing some stuff from my debut EP ‘Joker Presents…’, which came out earlier this year. I’ll also be playing a couple of tunes from my upcoming mini album which I’m really excited about!

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VEGETARIAN & VEGAN The days where not eating meat left you struggling to find a suitable restaurant are long behind us as more eateries expand their menus to cater for those following a plant based diet. Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite or enjoying a full feast, here are three hot spots for a vegetarian or vegan meal.

TEA TIME Leaf, Bold Street, L1 Leaf serves a wide range of food all day long, with plenty of vegan and vegetarian friendly options. It’s the perfect place for those who eat meat and those who don’t to catch up over a leisurely weekend lunch or quick midweek nibbles, along with a cup of one of Leaf ’s many celebrated teas.

MEAT-FREE MASTERS Host, Hope Street

Finding choices that aren’t merely a meat dish without the meat often proves difficult, but Host has this mastered, providing a range of Asian-fusion dishes. Serving classics such as sweet and sour no-egg noodles, alongside a more adventurous tomato curry with a sweet potato hash brown, there is something here to satisfy all tastes.

‘FREE FROM’ FEAST The Brunch Club, Duke Street, L1 A fairly recent addition to the Duke Street area’s growing hub of cafes, bars and restaurants, The Brunch Club prides itself on its options for diners in search of vegetarian, vegan or gluten-free meals, and there’s plenty on the menu for meat eaters too. A choice of hearty brunch-time breakfast options for all and decadent homemade ‘free from’ cakes can be washed down with hot beverages or cocktails at this day to night-time venue.

THE OLD BLIND SCHOOL 24 Hardman Street, L1 When it was announced that the team behind Beef and Pudding in Manchester, the New Moon Co, was opening a brand new restaurant in Liverpool, I was excited to see what the hype was about behind the gastro-pubs. After visiting the restaurant however, I’m not sure The Old Blind School has hit the nail on the head when it comes to the food. The converted old School for the Blind is a truly impressive building. As we walked through the double fronted doors on Hardman Street and into the building, it was clear that the New Moon Co had really invested in the venue. Beautiful Victorian tiles adorned the floor, perfect for Instagram potential, and intricate artwork was featured on the ceilings. My friend and I went upstairs to the restaurant, though there is a bar downstairs serving cocktails, and would later have a pianist playing to guests. The cocktail menu is brilliant, featuring the classics and some revamped favourites. I tried the Hardman Street Spritz (£7.95), a delightful concoction of Aperol, grapefruit, rose Prosecco, lemon and passion fruit, perfect for summer evenings, though I was definitely eyeing up the TOBS Collins (£7.95) (Beefeater gin with rhubarb, lemon and rose

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soda) too. To start with, my friend and I shared the potato skins and dips, (£6.50 for seven), and the smoked garlic bread (£3.50). The potato skins were crusted with black pepper, and served with sour cream, sunset garlic mayo and the house salsa. The skins were really tasty and the black pepper crust added a sufficient crunch, making them more interesting than standard potato skins. The garlic bread was OK, almost like a small brioche loaf with garlic baked in the middle, though a little lacking on the garlic. For mains, the menu is really big and it was quite hard to decide what to choose. The gastro-pub menu didn’t really fit in with the decoration of the restaurant, it seemed too fancy to have just a burger, normally my go-to dish. The ‘Boss’ burger featuring stock pot gravy and onion rings, did sound really good, but instead I went for the British short beef ribs (£19.95) brushed with smoked paprika honey and béarnaise and corn slaw, with ‘proper’ chips. The ribs were tender, with the meat basically falling off the bone, and the corn slaw was a light alternative to

standard coleslaw, filled with baby sweetcorn and sautéed peppers. However, the chips were quite disappointing. They were somewhat greasy and very light in colour, almost as if they had barely been cooked. When I think of ‘proper chips’, I think of something more substantial. My friend tried the stripped chicken enchilada (£14.95, pictured), which was served with sweet potato fries and an extremely hot sauce in a syringe, which she chose not to try out of fear. It was a decent sized portion, with sufficiently crunchy sweet potato fries, but the enchilada was not brilliant. The ratio of chicken in the enchilada seemed really small and it was swimming in cheese, in a way that could be quite off-putting. On the plus side, portions were sufficiently larger, leaving no room for dessert so we just enjoyed the restaurant atmosphere before leaving. Overall, the food was not perfect, and it just didn’t feel like it fit with the feel of the building. I would definitely return for drinks with friends, particularly as the pianist playing on the Wednesday evening was lovely, but the New Moon Co did not really have me convinced.

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STREETLIFE THE CASEBOOK OF SHERLOCK HOLMES AT EXCHANGE FLAGS

YOUR FORTNIGHTLY ROUND-UP OF LIVERPOOL’S ENTERTAINMENT

Highlights AUGUST Chapterhouse Theatre Company brought one of literature’s best loved characters, Detective Sherlock Holmes to life

The open air theatre event drew crowds to Exchange Flags

Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde

Croxteth Hall An evening of nerve tingling murder mystery, co-organised by Emmy, BAFTA and RTS awardwinning Davy Jones School of Make Up and SFX alongside Paul Jamerson and Julie RutherfordSmith. Booking is essential.

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Aintree Racecourse A 5k challenge with a twist is heading to the city as inflatable obstacles are featured in the route, including Europe’s largest inflatable slide.

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Scalarama Liverpool Launch and Film Jam

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Craft and Gift Fair

Small Cinema The community cinema offers a chance to meet programmers, watch short films and find out what’s on offer over the coming month, as the UK and Ireland-wide Scalarama film festival arrives in the city.

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Kazimier The Bristol three-piece featuring Portishead’s Geoff Barrow returns to the Liverpool venue following the release of a new EP.

Guests got into the spirit of the occasion Exhange Flags The summer run of open-air theatre performances continues at Exchange Flags, as Chapterhouse Theatre Company brings its stage adaptation of the classic Charlotte Bronte novel.

SLAVERY REMEMBRANCE DAY

Metropolitan Cathedral An opportunity to shop for unique trinkets as from 10.30am-4pm, this city landmark hosts 20 stalls selling craft, jewellery and gifts under one roof.

8 Richard Thompson plus special guests

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall With a career spanning five decades, British singer, songwriter and guitarist Richard Thompson is now touring in support of his latest album ‘Still’. The former Fairport Convention lead guitarist and acclaimed solo artist will bring his show to the city.

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Narvik

Playhouse Studio (until 19 September) Award-winning playwright Lizzie Nunnery is behind this new play with songs, which tells the story of a Liverpudlian man and a Norwegian woman pulled together and torn apart by war.

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