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Contents WELCOME TO ISSUE 269

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The Government’s plans for our future are in the spotlight this issue, as we bring you the most up-to-date property news and events. The Big Society is up for discussion in “Have Your Say”, while we consider the implications of a proposed new tax on energy wasting homes. As the HomeBuy Direct scheme draws to a close we feature some of the last remaining deals and we bring you a round-up of all the property news in the region. Jonathan Kearney interviews the face of Welsh tourism Rhod Gilbert and there are pictures from the biggest events in the city.

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06 Four Best Buys Featuring City Residential, King Sturge, Priory Property Services and Sutton Kersh 22 Four Best Lets Featuring City Residential, Castle Estates, HomeLets and NorthwoodUK

40 Talent in the City Comedian Rhod Gilbert 43 Ask the Expert Innovative ideas from our interiors expert 45 Interiors Glimmering gold

Cover Story 24 Hot Topic ‘Green’ tax on energy wasting homes

46 What’s Hot and What’s On New WAG on the scene

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31 Ask The Agent Our experts answer your property dilemmas 33 Have Your Say The Big Society 36 Movers One bedroom apartment at The Gallery

51 Women’s Fashion Caramel treats 53 Table Talk Peter Vella at Sakura Cover Story 54 Streetlife Paradise in the Park

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Four best buys WHAT’S ON THE MARKET? 14 MELFORD GROVE, LIVERPOOL L6

SHEILA RENSHAW proprietor at Priory Property Services VIEW NOW 0151 260 0300

How much? £132,950 Number of bedrooms Three Close to Easy access to Liverpool city centre Benefits from Blocked paved front and rear garden, conservatory, quiet residential road, not over looked.

Best feature Nice quiet residential area with a conservatory. Space for upto three cars on the driveway Agent’s view “This property is maintained to a high standard and benefits from gas heating, double glazing, spacious fitted kitchen and dining area.

Viewing is highly recommended to appreciate all that the property has to offer. The property has the added benefit of having no chain.”

CITY QUAY, ELLERMAN ROAD L3

ANDREW SCHOFIELD assistant sales manager and residential valuer at City Residential VIEW NOW 0151 231 6100

How much? £189,950 Number of bedrooms Three Close to River, docks, city centre Benefits from En suite shower room, large living area and secure parking Best feature Two stunning sunny terraces Agent’s view “City Residential is delighted to offer for sale this extremely attractive and superbly presented, spacious three bed duplex penthouse at City Quay. The property comprises a generously proportioned open plan living/dining area with large terraces running along either side of the penthouse, contemporary fitted kitchen appliances.”

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PROPERTIES FOR SALE

ST. ANNE'S ROAD, AIGBURTH L7

SUE BULLEN manager at Sutton Kersh Allerton VIEW NOW 0151 734 0666

How much? £460,000 Number of bedrooms Four Close to South Liverpool location near Sefton Park and excellent schools Benefits from Four double bedrooms, two ensuites, basement/games room, electric gates, large new conservatory Best feature Secure private setting in leafy suburb of Aigburth Mersey Road area Agent’s view “This house is very reasonably priced considering the secluded and exclusive area in which it is situated. A real family home.

Viewing is highly recommended.

BOLD PLACE, CITY CENTRE L1

VICKI BURTON assistant sales and lettings manager at King Sturge VIEW NOW 0151 242 6490

How much? £475,000 Number of bedrooms Four Close to Ropewalks and the Georgian Quarter Benefits from Beautifully presented, well proportioned rooms Best feature Lovely views over St Lukes Agent’s view “Rare opportunity to purchase a townhouse with views over St Lukes Church. If you are looking for a period property in a central location, don't commit to anything until you have seen this house.”

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ST ANDREW STREET

CONCERT STREET

LEMON STREET

WESTMINSTER CHAMBERS

MANHATTON PLACE

• Ground floor apartment • Two bedrooms • Lounge/dining room kitchen • Bathroom/wc • Secure car space • No chain

• Second Floor Apartment • Open Plan Living Area • Two Bedrooms • Fitted Kitchen • Contemporary Bathroom • En Suite Shower Room

• Ground Floor Flat • Two Double Bedrooms • Lounge Kitchen • Bathroom, Separate WC • UPVC Double Glazing • No Chain

• Ground/Lower Grd Floor • Duplex Apartment • Two Bedrooms • Lounge Kitchen/Diner • Bathroom/WC No Chain

• Duplex Penthouse • Two Double Bedrooms • Spacious Open Plan Living • Fitted Kitchen • Bathroom/WC, No Chain • En-Suite Shower Room

£115,000

£110,000

£35,000

£105,000

£154,950

COLIN DRIVE

SNOWDON LANE

• Modern End Town House • Two Bedrooms • Lounge Kitchen/Diner • Bathroom/Wc Upvc • DG, GCH • Inspection Recommended

• Modern End Town House • Three Bedrooms • Lounge Dining Room • Modern Kitchen Bathroom • DG, GCH, Cloakroom • Driveway, Garden

£117,500

£135,000

384 South Ferry Quay Liverpool L3 4EL. We are acting in the sale of the above property and have received an offer of £159,950.

Any interested party must submit any higher offer in the next 7 days to: Sutton Kersh 30/32 Exchange Street East , Liverpool L2 3PQ Tel 0151 236 2332

7 Day Notice

CANNING STREET

A bright modern two bedroomed apartment situated on the third floor of this popular development at the junction of Canning Street and Catharine Street within the fashionable Georgian quarter of the city close to the Anglican Cathedral and Philharmonic Hall.

The property is owned on a shared ownership basis with Arena Housing and there is a rent of £60.00 per month payable in respect of their 25% share. An early inspection is well recommended

£110,000

75% shared ownership

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TOWER BUILDING, L3

ELLERMAN ROAD, L3

SPRINGBANK ROAD, L4

MIDDLETON STREET, L7

GARSWOOD STREET, L8

• 4th floor apartment • Two bedroom • Furnished • City and river views • Fitted kitchen, Parking • Ensuites, central heating

• 2nd floor apartment • Furnished • Bright and spacious • Views of water feature • Two large bedrooms • Open plan living area

• Two bedroom terrace • Unfurnished • Recently refurbished • Lounge/dining room • Kitchen, bathroom • CH, DG, yard

• Unfurnished mid terrace • Lounge, kitchen • Ground floor shower • Three bedrooms • GCH, rear yard

• Spacious terraced • Unfurnished • Lounge, dining room • 3 bedrooms • Bathroom • CH, DG, yard

£950pcm

£650pcm

£400pcm

£400pcm

£550pcm

KENTWELL GROVE, L12

BRYANSTON ROAD, L17

BOXDALE ROAD, L18

MERTON TOWERS, L20

HANSBY DRIVE, L24

• Four bedroom detached • Part-furnished • Lounge, dining room • Modern kitchen, utility • Master ensuite, gardens GCH, DG, garage and drive

• Three bedroom terrace • Unfurnished • Lounge, dining room • Kitchen, bathroom • GCH, DG, yard

• Three bedroom • Unfurnished • Lounge, dining room • Modern fitted kitchen • Bathroom • Yard

• One bedroom apartment • 2nd floor • Unfurnished • Lounge, kitchen • Bathroom • GCH, DG, garage

• Three bedroom semi • Unfurnished • Lounge, kitchen/dining • Bathroom • GCH, DG • Gardens and parking

£950pcm

£600pcm

£650pcm

£420pcm

£600pcm

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THE COLONNADES

ALEXANDRA TOWER

A rare opportunity to purchase this stunning two bedroom apartment situated on the third floor of this prestigious waterfront development at Albert Dock which is home to the Tate Gallery, Maritime Museum and a selection of stylish bars and restaurants. This bespoke apartment has been individually designed by the present owner and has many unique features including a solid maple fitted kitchen with 'Gaggenau' appliances and black star galaxy granite worktops. There is a walk in dressing room off the master bedroom and en suite shower room with 'Capri' limestone tiled floor and walls. The property occupies a corner position giving impressive views of the River and Mersey Estuary. There are two secure underground car spaces and two secure store rooms.

The property has extensive touch control 'Lutron' lighting throughout and an integrated sound system. An internal inspection is absolutely essential to appreciate the many features of this stunning apartment.

View a 360% tour on our website

A rare opportunity to purchase this three bedroom duplex penthouse apartment situated on the 25th and 26th floors of the prestigeous Alexandra Tower development on the waterfront close to the world famous 'three graces' and the cruise liner terminal. This stunning apartment enjoys impressive river and city views and features a spacious terrace and two secure car spaces.

Alexandra Tower is a landmark addition to the Liverpool skyline and is set to become one of the most sought after addresses in the city. An early inspection is essential.

£595,000

£795,000

THE COLONNADES

WATERLOO WAREHOUSE

A rare opportunity to purchase one of the largest apartments on the waterfront measuring approximately 3000 sq.ft and situated on the fourth floor of this prestigious development at Albert Dock which is home to the Tate Gallery, Maritime Museum and an excellent selection of stylish bars and restaurants. The Kings Dock Arena and Liverpool One shopping complex are also situated nearby. The apartment enjoys impressive views across Albert Dock to the city. There is a secure allocated car space and concierge on reception.

Immediate vacant possession is available upon completion

This spacious duplex apartment offers superb views over waterloo Dock to the river. Waterloo Warehouse is a grade II listed building and the apartment has many original features including exposed brickwork and barrel vaulted ceilings.

Parking is a problem at many city centre developments but here, there is a secure allocated car space and visitor parking. The property has been well cared for by the present owners and provides quiet waterfront living within easy reach of the city centre.

£720,000

£215,000

MOUNT STREET

EAST QUAY

An elegant Grade ll listed Georgian town house occupying a much sought after position off Hope Street. The property has been tastefully renovated by the present owners and yet retains much of its original character and charm. The renovations were architect designed and supervised, there is designer lighting throughout. The kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with a stylish range of contemporary base units with stainless steel fronts and woodblock worktops.

There is an en-suite shower room at first floor level and a contemporary bathroom with frosted glass screen to the second floor. To the rear of the property there is a landscaped garden with a large two level timber deck, original Yorkshire stone patio and a mature conifer tree. There is a resident's permit parking scheme in operation locally. An internal inspection is strongly recommended to appreciate the many features of this excellent family home.

£499,950

This two bedroom apartment is situated on the third floor of a Grade ll listed warehouse on the waterfront adjacent to the prestigious Albert Dock complex which is home to the Tate Gallery, Maritime Museum and a host of stylish bars and restaurants. The Kings Dock Arena and Liverpool One retail shopping district are within easy walking distance. The apartment has been completely redesigned and renovated to a high standard by the present owners. The kitchen is fitted with a comprehensive range of modern units with high gloss fronts, granite worktops and integrated 'Neff' appliances. The bathroom and en-suite shower room feature a contemporary suite with Travatine tiled floor and walls. Other features include oak internal doors, oak flooring and exposed brickwork to barrel vaulted ceilings. The property enjoys views across Wapping Dock to the river. There is a secure allocated car space with remote controlled access. An internal inspection is strongly recommended to appreciate the many features of this outstanding property

£285,000 BEETHAM PLAZA A two bedroom apartment situated on the third floor of this prestigious development on the Strand opposite Mann Island and the world famous 'Three Graces'. The apartment enjoys views up Brunswick Street to Castle Street. The development features a residents gymnasioum and concierge service. An early inspection is well recommended

£205,000

£30,000 Reduction

CITY GATE

• Third Floor Apartment • Two Double Bedrooms • Open Plan Living Area • Modern Fitted Kitchen • En-Suite Shower Room • Contemporary Bathroom

£149,950

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Muskers Building 1 Stanley Street L1 6AA South Ferry Quay, Docklands

Elysian Fields, City Centre

Manolis Yard, City Centre

Two Bed Apartment Furnished Close to amenities Parking

Two & Three bed apartments Newly refurbished Can be furnished if required Off Road Parking

£895pcm

£750pcm

£625pcm

Jugglers Yard, City Centre

Tobacco Wharf, L3

Croxteth Road, Aigburth

Upper Parliament Street, Toxteth

Two bed apartment Unfurnished Close to Sefton Park Off Road Parking

One bed apartment Unfurnished Gas Central Heating Off Road Parking

£495pcm

£450pcm

Livermore Court, Aigburth

View 146, L5

Bank Road, Bootle

Belvidere Road, Aigburth

£400pcm

Studio apartment Close to Sefton Park Gas Central Heating Parking Available

£390pcm

£375pcm

Sales 0151 330 5333

Hatton Garden, City Centre

Capricorn Crescent, Dovecot

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Two bedroom semi detached house Lounge, oak flooring, double glazing Conservatory leading to garden Garage with access to the garden

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First floor duplex two bedroom apartment Lounge area leading to open plan kitchen Master bedroom with an en-suite Secure underground parking, NO CHAIN!

Flemington Ave, Kirkdale

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Two bedroom 2nd floor luxury apartment Bright rooms, open plan living/kitchen Secure allocated underground parking Concierge, residents' gymnasium

One Bed apartment Newly refurbished Underfloor heating Can be furnished on request

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Muskers Building 1 Stanley Street L1 6AA

Fabulous three bedroom duplex penthouse Spiral staircase, master with an en-suite Two terraces, views to both cathedrals Allocated parking

EW

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Beetham Plaza, City Centre

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Studio Apartment & 2 bed apartment Studio is Unfurnished, Apartment is Part Furnished, Parking Membership to Gymnasium

£450pcm

Manolis Yard, City Centre

Two Bed Spacious Apartment Situated over two floors Close to all amenities Worthy of an early viewing.

£500pcm

Two bed apartment Close to Sefton Park Gas central heating Viewing a must!

£450pcm

Eccleston St, Prescot

£500pcm

N

One Bed apartment Furnished Close to University Viewing recommended

Hargreaves Rd, Aigburth EW

£500pcm

£525pcm

N

Large One bed Apartment Convenient for City Centre & transport Parking Electric heating

Mid Terrace Property Three Bedrooms Rear Garden, Off Road Parking Early viewing recommended

£550pcm

EW

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One, Two & Three bed apartments Furnished and Unfurnished Some with parking Close to amenities

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Two double bed apartment Furnished Popular Development 24 Hr Concierge, viewing essential

Cartmel Road, Huyton

EW N

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Well Presented Three bed apartment Fabulous river views Secure parking Viewing essential

Oak Terrace, Kensington

Three bedroom semi detached house Dining room with patio doors Front large lawn, rear flagged garden Popular residential location

£269,950

£159,950

£129,950

£104,950

£99,950

Royal Quay, Docklands

Wood Street, City Centre

Alfonso Road, Kirkdale

Hinton Street, Fairfield

Sutton Street, Old Swan EW

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£87,000

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NEW PRICE FOR A QUICK SALE! One double bed ground floor apartment Open plan lounge/kitchen Allocated parking

One double bedroom apartment Entrance hall, lounge, kitchen, bathroom Central location close to all local amenities Must be viewed to appreciate the space!

Two bedroom mid terrace Reception room with sliding double doors Kitchen with access to a rear yard Double glazing and central heating

One bedroom terrace in need of some TLC Entrance hall, lounge, separate kitchen Large bedroom, separate dressing room Double glazing, rear yard

One bedroom semi detached Lounge, kitchen area, bedroom, bathroom Double glazing, exceptionally large garden A great investment opportunity

£84,995

£59,950

£49,950

£49,950

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WATERLOO WAREHOUSE Ground floor apartment. Briefly comprising open plan lounge and dining areas, contemporary fitted kitchen, four double bedrooms, two en-suites, family shower room and utility room. Two allocated parking spaces and the opportunity to purchase more if required, and 24hr manned security.

£450,000

£395,000

£137,500

BEDFORD STREET Second floor apartment. Briefly comprising two bedrooms, open plan living, dining and kitchen area, bathroom and ensuite. The property benefits from a balcony offering clear views of the River Mersey and comes with an allocated parking space.

£495,000

BOLD PLACE King Sturge is delighted to offer this fantastic 4 bedroom townhouse. With FOUR double bedrooms, master with en-suite, three reception rooms, seperate kitchen, family bathroom and yard to the rear. Viewing highly recommended to appreicate all this amazing property has to offer.

£149,950

ST PAULS SQUARE 5% VENDOR GIFTED DEPOSIT AVAILABLE (Equivalent of £7,500 towards your purchase) Open plan living area. Kitchen includes fridge, freezer, dishwasher, combined hob, oven and microwave. Washing machine and dryer in dedicated lobby cupboard. En-suite bathroom to second bedroom. Balcony.

Secure car parking available for additional cost.

80% shared ownership £89,950

75% shared ownership £65,000

ONE PARK WEST 3 bedroom 8th floor apartment. As part of Grosvenors One Park West, it is based in the heart of the City, Liverpool One. Comprising open plan living, dining and kitchen area, 3 double bedrooms, master with en-suite, and family bathroom. Close to all links of transport and local amneties such as restaurants, bars and shops.

£119,950

X BUILDING Beautifully presented one bedroom apartment. Briefly comprising open plan living area, fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, bedroom and bathroom. The property comes with a secure underground parking space can be sold including all furniture, fixtures and fittings.

CABLE YARD Well presented, upper ground floor apartment situated in the heart of the business district within easy walking distance of a wide selection of cafés, bars and restaurants. Briefly comprising open plan lounge and fully fitted kitchen, two double bedrooms and bathroom. Ideal for first time buyers and is stamp duty exempt.

£499,950

THE COLONNADES Contemporary apartment in the Grade I listed Albert Dock.

Spacious living area with exposed brickwork and views of the River Mersey, stylish Bulthaup fitted kitchen, two double bedrooms with ensuite facilities, and additional wet room, 24 hour concierge and secure parking.

£240,000

WATERLOO WAREHOUSE Briefly comprising living and dining area, separate kitchen, two double bedrooms, en-suite and bathroom. Benefiting from 24 hour manned security, two secure allocated parking spaces and additional visitors parking.

ONE PARK WEST Studio apartment in the highly desirable One Park West.

Comprises open plan living with a fitted kitchen and bathroom. Views directly over the world famous River Mersey, Albert Dock and Three Graces. Ideal for the buy to let investor, first time buyer and those looking for a city centre crash pad. Call now on 0151 242 6490 to avoid disapointment. £90,000

ONE PARK WEST King Sturge are pleased to offer this furnished sixth floor apartment situated in the popular One Park West development.

Comprising two double bedrooms, master en-suite, bathroom, open plan kitchen, living & dining area. The apartment offers fantastic views towards the Albert Dock & city. Available 2nd August £800pcm

£650pcm

CITY LOFTS The apartment comprises two double bedrooms with ensuite, an open-plan living area and kitchen, including fitted dishwasher, fridge- freezer and separate washer/dryer. The apartment is offered fully furnished and comes with secure parking and views over the water. Viewing recommended. Available first week of August £850pcm

QUEBEC QUAY Fourth floor apartment located on Liverpool's Marina. Accommodation comprises lounge and dining area with Juliet balcony and views towards the Anglican Cathedral, modern fitted kitchen, two double bedrooms (master with en-suite), and an additional bathroom. The property is offered fully furnished and benefits from allocated and visitors parking. available. £750pcm

£495pcm

£430pcm

WATERLOO QUAY Accommodation comprises lounge with dining area, fully equipped kitchen, two double bedrooms (master with ensuite), and a bathroom. The property also comes with allocated parking, is offered fully furnished and benefits from a balcony. Available 18th August.

ONE PARK WEST Comprising open-plan living, dining, kitchen and sleeping area and bathroom. The apartment is offered furnished to a high standard and without parking, although parking can be added for an additional cost. Viewing recommended to appreciate.

ARGYLE COURT Bright and airy studio apartment situated opposite John Lewis, a stones throw away from Liverpool ONE. The living/sleeping area is combined, and there is a separate fitted kitchen and bathroom.

Residents parking permit available for street parking. Ideal for single person.

£875pcm

ONE PARK WEST Comprising open plan living, kitchen and dining area, two double bedrooms (master with ensuite) and separate bathroom.

The apartment is furnished to a high standard and included secure allocated parking. Available now. .

£750pcm

ARGYLE STREET Two bedroom apartment located in the popular Ropewalks area.

Accommodation comprises of open plan lounge, kitchen and dining area, (master en-suite) and a bathroom. The property is offered fully furnished and benefits from secure parking.

£550pcm

THE GALLERY Third floor apartment in the Quarter Development close to Liverpool's marina. Comprising open plan living, kitchen and dining area, one bedroom, bathroom and balcony. The apartment is offered fully furnished and has secure allocated parking. Available now. Special deal on first months rent.

TOWER BUILDING Centrally located, and with the benefit of secure underground parking, 24hour concierge and a high specification. The apartment is furnished to a high standard and comprises two double bedrooms (master with en-suite), bathroom with overhead power shower, and a large open-plan living, kitchen and dining area. Immediately available to view and move in. £1000pcm

WATERLOO QUAY Comprising spacious open plan living and dining area, with large feature window and patio door leading to a small balcony, separate kitchen, two double bedrooms (master with en-suite) and separate recently renovated bathroom, furnished to a high standard, allocated parking, as well as visitors parking, fantastic views of the River Mersey. £775pcm

CATHERINE HOUSE King Sturge is pleased to offer this two bedroom unfurnished apartment. Comprising open plan fully fitted kitchen/ living area with sash windows, two bedrooms (master en-suite) and bathroom.

Situated in the Georgian Quarter, close to amenities, Liverpool's cathedrals and theatres. Also benefiting from secure allocated parking. £599pcm

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COMMUTATION PLAZA Briefly comprising of open plan living and dining area, fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, one double bedroom and bathroom. Is ideally situated close to Lime Street Station, the Empire Theatre, shopsand the business district. Views over St Georges Hall and art galleries.

3/8/10

THE FOUNDRY Shared ownership opportunity at the Foundry. This first floor apartment comprises living area, fitted kitchen with breakfast bar, bedroom, and fitted bathroom. A secure parking space can be purchased separately. Ideal for first time buyers as the apartment can be purchased on a shared ownership basis, with a minimum 25% share.

25% shared ownership £21,875

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PROPERTIES FOR SALE Quebec Quay £160,000

Waterside £159,500

South Ferry Quay Reduced To £144,950

Circle 109 £128,000

Royal Quay £124,950

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• Superb 6th floor apartment • Two double bedrooms • Open plan lounge/dining/kitchen • Bathroom and en-suite shower • Stunning river views • Lift to all floors, garaging space

• Two bed second floor apartment • Views over Gardens and River • Tastefully presented throughout • Modern fitted kitchen • GCH, DG • Secure undercroft parking space

• Stylish Apartment (2nd floor) • City Centre location • Two Bedrooms • Two Bathrooms • Fitted Kitchens with appliances • Secure underground Parking

• Third floor apartment • Two bedrooms • En-suite to master bedroom • Balcony • Allocated parking, no chain • Convenient to City Centre

Denman Drive Reduced To £112,950

Cable Yard £97,500

City Lofts Reduced To £95,000

St. Peter's Church Aparts £95,000

Mill Street £89,950

• Three double bedrooms apart • Occupies entire first floor • Lounge with bay window • Modern fitted kitchen • Stylish Bathroom • Viewing highly recommended!

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Ullswater Street Reduced To £57,500

Ullswater Street Reduced To £57,500

Ullswater Street Reduced To £57,500

Ullswater Street Reduced To £57,500

Morden Street Reduced To £49,950

• First time purchase • Investment opportunity • ERV £6000pa gross yield 10.34% • Two bedroom mid terrace • No chain • GCH, DG

• Ideal first time buy • Investment opportunity • Presently tenanted under an Assured Shorthold Tenancy • Rental income of £85 (£368pcm) • ERV £450pcm, gross yield 7.5%

• Ideal first time buy • Investment Opportunity • ERV £450pcm gross yield 7.5% • Rental income of £75 (£325pcm) • GCH, DG, mid terrace • Two bedroom

• First time purchase • Investment opportunity • ERV £450pcm gross yield 7.5% • Two bedroom mid terrace • Rental income of £75 (£325pcm) • GCH, DG, lounge/dining room

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Square One £500pcm

View 146 £495pcm

Ground floor Apartment Secure allocated parking 2 Bedrooms, En-suite Shower Beautifully presented Modern Fitted Kitchen DG, GCH, recommended!

Well presented one bed apart Located on the third floor In the heart of the City Centre 80% shared ownership Ideal first time buy, no chain Open plan lounge/kitchen

Lovely 4th floor apartment Stunning waterfront views One double bedroom Stylish bathroom Fitted kitchen granite worktops Hardwood flooring

One, two and three bed aparts Seven duplex apartments Unique architectural features From £60,000 to £110,000 Kitchens and bathrooms Easy access into city centre

Off-plan purchase opportunity New-build development Seven one bedroom apartments Seven two bedroom apartments En-suite shower rooms Modern Kitchen, Bathrooms

Well presented terrace Living room to front Extended kitchen/dining room Neutral modern bathroom UPVC DG, GCH Ideal for first time buyers

PROPERTIES TO LET The Ability Penthouses Reduced To £675pcm

• One Bedroom • 10th Floor • Full gym membership included • Unfurnished • Available immediately • Stunning Views

Southferry Quay £595pcm

• Two bedroom • Fully furnished • First floor • Secure undercroft parking • Open plan lounge/kitchen • Gas central heating

Harrington Chambers £525pcm

• Two bedroom • Furnished • First floor • Excellent city location • Available to occupy from Sept 10 • Gas central heating

• Two bedroom • Fully furnished • Allocated parking • Quiet location • Minutes from Liverpool centre • Security access

• Two bedroom • First floor • Double glazed • Fully furnished • Allocated parking • Visitors parking

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THINKING OF SELLING? BEEN ON THE MARKET A WHILE?

Ellerman Road

The Albany

Concert Square

Hatton Gardens

Two Bedrooms Fitted Kitchen , Bathroom Secure Parking

One, Two and Three beds furnished/unfurnished Parking available

One bed, central location, fully furnished apartment.

Two bed, mezzanine style, fully furnished apartment

£121,000

£500-£850pcm

£475pcm

£525pcm

Royal Quay

Catherine House

The Collegiate

Liberty Place

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Quebec Quay

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Georgian Townhouse Self Contained Flat inc Immaculately Presented

Stunning Penthouse Two bed, two bath Secure Parking Space

Docklands Location Two Bedrooms Secure Parking Space

One bed duplex fully furnished secure parking

Selection of one bed duplexes, fully furnished, secure allocated parking.

One bed apartment fully furnished secure allocated parking

£575,000

£295,000

£127,500

£525pcm

£525pcm

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BLACKS ESTATE AGENTS 9 HARRIS DRIVE, LITHERLAND, MERSEYSIDE L20 6LD

Email: info@mike-black.co.uk Website: www.mike-black.co.uk Fax: 0151 933 4033

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Semi Detached, Kitchen/Diner, Three/Five Bedrooms, Bathroom, Two/Five Receptions, Driveway/Porch, DG & GCH, Feature Gardens

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Three Bed Semi, 4/5 Car Drive, Two Receptions, Garage, DG & GCH, Front & Rear Gardens, Kitchen/Diner, No Chain

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Blacks Estate Agents are now in receipt of an offer for the sum of £40,000 for 39 Spenser Street, Bootle, Liverpool, L20 4LN. Anyone wishing to place an offer on this property should contact Blacks Estate Agents, 9 Harris Drive, Bootle, Liverpool, L20 6LD. 0151 933 7077, before exchange of contracts.

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Four best lets WHAT’S ON THE MARKET? THE ALBANY, OLD HALL STREET L3

LEE THOMPSON lettings negotiator at City Residential VIEW NOW 0151 231 6101

How much? £650 pcm Number of bedrooms Two Close to Moorfields train station Benefits from Great location in the business district, close to supermarkets and shops Best feature A magnificent Grade 2 listed building Agent’s view “A well presented spacious two bedroom apartment in this most appealing period conversion. The apartment is fully furnished to a high standard and offers an open plan and spacious living area with separate dining area and modern fully fitted kitchen. Secure allocated parking via stacker system is also available at an additional cost.”

ROYAL QUAY, KINGS DOCK L3

ANTONI DMOCHOWSKI branch manager at HomeLets VIEW NOW 0151 280 4047

How much? £650 pcm Number of bedrooms Two Close to Albert Dock and Liverpool One Benefits from Ensuite bathroom and secure allocated parking Best feature Marina view and balcony Agent’s view “Royal Quay continues to be high in demand. Close to the Echo Arena, the Wheel of Liverpool and new restaurants and bars at the Albert Dock, this fully furnished apartment is perfect for young professionals.

This apartment will be available from 15 August but they get snapped up quickly.”

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PROPERTIES FOR RENT

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MARY KING assistant manager at Castle Estates VIEW NOW 0151 738 2003

How much? £725 pcm Number of bedrooms Two Close to Vibrant Allerton Road/Sefton park Benefits from Excellent transport links Best feature Large, light and spacious Agent’s view “Award winning developers Ashbury Homes is offering a truly spacious and modern property, within a highly desirable development and location.”

MABERLEY VIEW, WAVERTREE L15

LEANNE KEANE branch manager at Northwood UK VIEW NOW 0151 256 1035

How much? £550 pcm Number of bedrooms Two Close to Wavertree Technology Park, railway station Benefits from Secure gated parking Best feature Fully integrated kitchen Agent’s view “This modern first floor apartment is conveniently located for local train stations and motorway links. The accommodation includes, open plan lounge/kitchen with fitted appliances, study, double bedroom, single bedroom and family bathroom. It also benefits from gas central heating and secure parking. ”

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The Government is considering a new tax on homes which waste energy as part of its “Green Deal”. We seek the view of local property experts on the proposal and consider the potential implications for the market.

WORDS BY JONATHAN KEARNEY Under the proposals being considered, buyers moving to the least energy efficient homes would have to bear an additional 0.5 per cent levy on top of the normal rate of stamp duty, adding hundreds, if not thousands of pounds to the cost of a new home. As part of the scheme, initially commissioned by the previous government, those purchasing homes with an energy efficiency rating of F or G would be liable for the new tax and would only be eligible for a rebate if significant upgrades were made. The tax would penalise homes with insufficient insulation, an old inefficient boiler or draughty windows, with the cost of upgrading to a minimum E grade amounting to several thousand pounds in most cases. It is believed those who improved their property to the required minimum within an allocated time frame would be refunded the 0.5 per cent levy, together with an additional 0.5 per cent.

Sue Taylor, head of Keppie Massie Residential, believes the plan would create a fresh obstacle to prospective first time buyers. She said: “This is yet another “fund raiser” by the Government which will penalise house buyers or sellers in the most vulnerable sectors 24 Your Move

of the market. We are already producing Energy Performance Certificates on all properties for sale and let, which doesn’t influence buyers or renters in any way. The market for properties in need of renovation is one of the only avenues available to some first time buyers. Let’s not deter them from entering the housing market yet again.”

The proposal was part of a report by the ‘Green Investment Bank Commission’ initially commissioned by former Chancellor Alistair Darling and produced by Bob Wigley, chairman of the Yell Group. The tax could form part of the Government’s “Green

‘homes with an energy efficiency rating of F or G would be liable’

Deal”, which is expected to be launched towards the end of 2012. That initiative would again favour the most energy efficient homes, with householders offered ‘green makeovers’ as part of the wider promotion of the climate change lobby, advocated by the previous government and the incumbents. According to the

Energy Saving Trust, the Government aim to have all new homes built in Britain meet “zero-carbon standards” by 2016.

Nick Dawson, head of residential at Venmore, Allerton, thinks the stamp duty penalty could be considered a form of stealth tax. He said: “I think it would be fair and justified for some form of taxation to be placed on households who fail to recycle or create excessive wastage, be it refuse or homes who fail to insulate properly. On the other hand there may be some who consider this a form of stealth taxation. From a property perspective it will further widen the gap between rich and poor with many poorer, less affluent households being unable to remedy any substandard insulation. Prices for lower income housing, unmodernisned or poorly maintained stock will continue to inevitably fall and this may cause a landslide in prices across all property classes.”

A spokesman for the Department of Energy and Climate Change told Your Move that although the Government is considering introducing the tax, no plans have been finalised: “There are many incentives that we are considering to tackle the huge challenge of making homes more energy efficient and saving money on energy bills as part of our Green Deal. We

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have no current plans to introduce this and no final decisions have been made yet.”

Nick Stott, managing director at HOMEsure, offered an alternative to the proposal, saying: “I would suggest offering to increase people’s tax allowance so they can use the extra money they earn towards reducing their home’s carbon footprint. This way, people can choose whether to do it safe in the knowledge that they won’t be penalised for not having enough readily available cash. It would also keep the Government’s cash

reserves in a healthier state as they don’t have to pay out lump sums.” Nick added: “The suggestion of incentivising sellers to upgrade their homes before putting them on the market doesn’t make as much sense as it would seem on the face of it.

Not everyone wants to buy a property that has been modernised and leaves the buyer without the opportunity to add value. Further, I think it leaves buyers wide open to negative market fluctuations.

If you have the ability to add value, you can increase the equity you have in a property

which hedges against a fall in the market. If you don’t, any drop in the market value will leave the vendor with negative equity meaning they can’t sell, won’t sell, or will make a loss.

I also think it’s another tax on the poorer end of the market.

No one wants to have draughty windows and an old, inefficient boiler. Losing heat through windows, lofts and walls because of draughty windows means the occupier will be paying extra in heating bills, but cannot afford the lump sum to replace their windows, add extra insulation and upgrade their boiler.”

simple ways to improve energy efficiency in your home

Turn your thermostat down a couple of degrees in the winter

Ensure there’s adequate insulation in your walls and loft. It’s cheap to install and will save you hundreds of pounds a year

Make sure your hot water pipes and hot water cylinder are properly lagged

Install energy saving bulbs throughout the home.

They last around ten times longer than ordinary bulbs

Make use of draught excluders in the winter months Your Move 25

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ADVERTISING FEATURE

AT LAST, THE GOOD NEWS FOR FIRST TIME BUYERS A trio of exciting offers from local housebuilder Lovell means the long wait for a foot on the property ladder could soon be over for first time buyers in Liverpool.

Saving for your first home isn’t easy at the best of times. In the current climate, with fewer and fewer banks and building societies willing to lend to first time buyers without the security of a hefty deposit, it’s harder than it’s ever been. But now, there’s hope on the horizon thanks to Lovell, the affordable home specialists.

These three new deals for first time buyers offer a choice of practical, affordable ways to make the move into a place of your own at last and depending on your circumstances, you can choose whichever one deal suits you best.

There’s a Shared Equity option, where you take out the mortgage you can afford to put towards your new home… while Lovell look after the rest by giving you an interest free loan of up to 25% of the total price for up to ten years.

The beauty of shared equity is that although the cost is shared, the property isn’t; your house is 100% yours, just as it would be if you bought it with a conventional mortgage. And because you’re borrowing less up front, you have a lower mortgage repayment each month once you’ve moved in.

still hard, it’s still possible to find an affordable, quality first home in your community.”

and Lovell will contribute the same, making it even easier to move.

Alternatively, Lovell offer a Full Furniture Pack. Even when they’ve managed to save their deposit, many first time buyers are put off taking the plunge by the prospect of having to find more money to furnish their new home.

Lovell offer an alternative with this scheme, making sure your new home is fully kitted out with furniture, ready for you to move in. That’s everything from the carpets, curtains, beds to the sofa.

Just don’t forget your toothbrush.

Elaine Taylor, Regional Sales Manager Lovell North West, believes the company’s latest offers are good news for those first time buyers who have been frustrated for so long by the current state of the housing market: “We’ve always made first time buyers our first priority in Liverpool, and I’m convinced these new deals will make all the difference to people whose biggest dream is to move into a home they can finally call their own.

Finally, if you’re putting a little away each month and you’re still struggling to scrape together your deposit, Lovell will meet you halfway. With Deposit Match, you save up to just 5% of the total asking price

“These three deals represent exceptional value and prove that, although times are

Lovell has recently been awarded five stars for customer satisfaction in a survey carried out by the Home Builders Federation and is renowned for creating innovative, top quality homes for families and first time buyers throughout the North West.

Lovell has a range of 2 bedroom apartments from £94,950 and 3 bedroom homes from £122,500 ideal for first time buyers in Liverpool. The Sales and Marketing Suites are open Thursday - Monday at Kensington Square in Kensington and Woodlee Green in Gateacre or daily at Church Fields in Garston 10:00am - 5:00pm.

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Raglan Close, Garston.

Sat Nav Postcode: L19 8NG. Tel: 0151 427 8098 3 bedroom homes from £125,950 Open daily 10am to 5pm.

Kensington Square Off Minto Close, Kensington.

Sat Nav Postcode: L7 2GA. Tel: 0151 260 7342 2 bedroom apartments from £94,950 and 3 bedroom homes from £123,950 Open Thurs - Mon 10am to 5pm.

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Save 5% of the asking price towards your deposit and we’ll match it, penny for penny.

An interest-free loan.

A lower purchase price.

A lower deposit.

Your home is 100% yours.

Everything you need to start your new life as a homeowner, from the sofa to the carpets, just don’t forget your toothbrush.

THREE GREAT SITES ACROSS LIVERPOOL *SHARED EQUITY - Only available to first time buyers not investors or cash purchasers. A commitment fee of £500 is payable on reservation but is fully refundable on legal completion. A minimum 5% deposit will be required dependant on lender’s criteria. Lovell will retain 15% or 25% equity share in the property for a period of up to 10 years, the repayment sum will reflect between 15% or 25% of the market value of the property at the time of sale or valuation (dependent upon lender and qualifying criteria). **5% DEPOSIT MATCH - Lovell will pay up to 5% of the purchase price of the selected plot, to match the customer’s deposit, as agreed at point of reservation. To be eligible the customer must be able to prove that they are in possession of the agreed deposit amount. Customer must pay the standard reservation charge on their selected plot. Deposit Match value will be deducted from total sale price on legal completion. ***FURNITURE PACK - See Lovell for full list of interiors available in pack. Furniture cannot be substituted for cash discount on your purchase price. Lovell cannot give you any financial advice. YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ON YOUR MORTGAGE. All offers available on selected plots subject to status, terms and conditions and using Lovell Partnerships nominated financial advisors. Offers cannot be combined or used in conjunction with any other offers. Prices correct at time of going to press.

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NEWS

Hot off the press YOUR GUIDE TO THE LATEST PROPERTY IN LIVERPOOL

Phoenix rises again The site manager at a top Liverpool development has claimed a third national award.

Shaun Phoenix, site manager of Redrow’s Cressington Heath development in Garston, has been awarded his third National House-Building Council Pride in the Job ‘Quality’ award. Shaun, 32, was selected from more than 18,000 site managers nationwide in recognition of his work. He will now have to wait until September to discover if he’s earned the coveted ‘Seal of Excellence’, which would put

Gallery draws in readers

him in the top 130 site managers UK wide. Shaun commented: “It’s brilliant to be recognised a third time and it’s great for the whole team. We all want to turn out high quality homes. I’m made up with the ‘Quality’ award and I’m just trying to raise the bar and get a step ahead with a ‘Seal of Excellence’.”

Cressington Heath includes a selection of three and fourbedroom homes, with prices from £165,995. For further information telephone 0845 676 0510 or visit www.redrow.co.uk Shaun Phoenix

The Gallery

Your Move readers have been offered an exclusive deal at a top Liverpool development.

Vermont Residential are offering readers £100 cash back per apartment for all rental applications made on The Gallery throughout August. With continuing high demand, very few apartments remain at The Gallery, which is phase one of the city centre The Quarter development.

Sales and lettings manager Nicola Jeffries commented: “The rentals have been so popular at The Gallery, we’ve exceeded all targets.

The apartment spec is fantastic and the development is very well managed. As a result there are only

a limited number left.” Nicola also announced that due to demand from buyers, Vermont are now releasing a couple of two bedroom apartments at The Gallery for sale in conjunction with agents Keppie Massie. Nicola added: “Prices will range from £149,950 for two bedroom corner units”. Additional packages are also available at The Gallery, including cleaning services and internet. For further information telephone Vermont on 0800 008 7707 or visit www.thequarterliverpool.com To claim the exclusive offer, simply bring along a copy of the Vermont ad on p26 when making your application.

Landlords gear up for Expo September’s Merseyside Landlords Expo is expected to attract a record number of visitors This year’s Expo will be held in the Golden Miller Suite at Aintree Racecourse and will feature a host of exhibitors, plus seminars throughout the day from guest speakers including property expert Sarah Walker.

Nicola Smith from NewHeartlands, commented: “We are delighted at the number of landlords who have downloaded their free tickets for this year’s event and are expecting even higher numbers of visitors this year. Stand sales are going very well and we will be equipped with a full

range of experts on hand to give valuable and up to the minute advice on all matters related to property. This year we particularly want to attract potential landlords, those thinking of investing in a buy-tolet property, as well as those who currently manage a portfolio.”

The Merseyside Landlords Expo takes place on Thursday 23 September from 10am.

To download your free tickets, or if you wish to exhibit at the Expo, visit www.merseysidelandlordsexpo.com

Last year at the Merseyside Landlords Expo

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Hot & Happening YOUR GUIDE TO WHAT’S HAPPENING IN LIVERPOOL

Firm positive Sutton Kersh instructed on £1.8m home on homemoving solutions A Liverpool mortgage firm believes “consent to let” will help many of those hit by negative equity.

Martin Green from Green Mortgage Services in Old Swan believes there are a number of mortgage deals available for those struggling to get off the first rung of the property ladder. He said: “There is hope if you are in negative equity, or simply can’t find a buyer for your own property. A number of mortgage lenders will actually

The Forty Pits in Calderstones

One of Liverpool’s most stunning properties has gone on the market.

‘The Forty Pits’ in Calderstones dates back to 1650 and was referred to in the Doomsday Book.

The property, which is up for sale for £1.8m, features a substantial rear garden accompanied by a

tennis court and a lake with a surrounding walkway. The home, which sits opposite Calderstones Park, is set over three floors and boasts five bedrooms and a number of bathrooms. Most of the interior has been refurbished in recent years. The grand entrance hall has a carved return staircase leading to a full galleried landing,

while the majority of the living and sleeping quarters face onto the established rear gardens, which also feature a sheltered walkway to the double garage.

For enquiries telephone Sutton Kersh on 0151 734 0666 or visit www.suttonkersh.co.uk

Merseyside’s own Landlord show Martin Green

offer “consent to let” your own property out if you want to move to a new property.

This can happen regardless of whether you are still within your current deal or on the lenders standard variable rate.

Furthermore, there are high street lenders who are happy to offer you 90 per cent mortgage deals, regardless of the equity level in your existing property, just so long as the rent charged covers their mortgage premium.”

For further information telephone Green Mortgage Services on 0151 230 0909 or email enquries@gmsltd.co.uk

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Allerton Road-based HomeLets and HomeSales will provide a one stop shop at next month’s Merseyside Landlords Expo to advise landlords why now could be the time to make more money in the city’s property market.

With house prices having dropped by half a percent, analysts believe it is still a buyers’ market. Alan Binks, Director of HomeLets, believes landlords should see the Expo as a chance to find out why this is a unique climate to expand their portfolio, saying: “Cheaper housing is good news for buyers but it’s even better news for investors. The 1980s were marked by people putting their money into expanding a property portfolio. I would expect to see landlords taking

advantage of these conditions and using it as an opportunity to expand. The average house price in Liverpool is just over £122,000, making the city attractive to investors from

around the country.” The Expo will be held on 23 September 2010 at Aintree racecourse.

For further information visit www.merseysidelandlordsexpo.com

Last year at the Merseyside Landlords Expo

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PROPERTY NEWS

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Development with drive

Fit for a King

Racecourse development

Plans for the three bedroom penthouse suite have been revealed at Elan Homes’ Racecourse development.

Bridgewater Park

A couple of Netherley movers believe their new home has driven them on to success.

Jo Webster and Tina Preston recently moved to a new ‘Eccleshall’ home at Miller Homes’ Bridgewater Park in Netherley. The pair had run a driving school for the past four years but transformed the business into a not-for-profit

Trust help beat the bullies

social enterprise after Tina became wheelchair bound. They were able to purchase their new home with the help of the government-backed HomeBuy Direct scheme, offering a 30 per cent equity loan on the property.

Jo, who now teaches people how to drive an adapted car said: “The proportions of the rooms are fantastic. On one side it has a generous lounge and on the other

there is an open plan kitchen dining room. The kitchen is such a good size that Tina has started cooking again.” The final release of HomeBuy properties are now available at Bridgewater Park, with the scheme scheduled to end in September.

For further information telephone 0800 840 8522 or visit www.millerhomes.co.uk

Paul Browne with Kirkby C of E Primary School pupils

The Chester development, which will be launched on 12 August, will feature the ‘King of King’s’ suite as its star attraction. The apartment is 1,295 sq ft in total and features spacious living, kitchen and dining space, with French doors to the generous, curved balcony, showcasing views of the city, Chester Racecourse, the River Dee and the rolling countryside beyond. Marie Wilkinson, sales director for Elan Homes, commented: “The penthouse is fantastic.

You have to see the plans and the images to really get a feel for it and for the development as a whole. There are only 28 one, two and three bedroom apartments available in the new phase, so it is quite a unique opportunity to enjoy city centre living in style.”

Knowsley Housing Trust is sponsoring a special antibullying message on Merseyside.

Songwriter Paul Browne has written and produced an antibullying song called Safe and Sound, with the help of year three children from Kirkby C of E Primary School. The project was funded by Knowsley Housing Trust, where Paul has worked as a plasterer for the past 29 years. He approached KHT for help with his idea and they paid for the 35 children to record their song in a studio earlier this year. He hopes

Racecourse kitchen

the CD can be used to raise money for anti bullying charities and help empower children who may be suffering at the hands of a bully. Paul, from Kirkby, has been writing songs for the past six years and has had 40 songs published

on 20 dance music compilations.

He commented: “I approached the school and KHT and they both thought it was a great idea. I want this song to help give children back some of the confidence that bullies take away.”

To attend the launch event, or for more information about the Racecourse development, telephone 0845 293 8971 or visit www.elan-homes.co.uk

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ASK THE AGENT YOUR PROPERTY DILEMMAS SOLVED

SUBJECT:PROPERTY CHAIN I have seen properties advertised as "no chain" or "no ongoing chain", what does that mean?

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What time is best to look round a house I’m looking to rent?

A property chain is a line of buyers and sellers who are all simultaneously involved in linked property transactions. If any of the links in the chain falls through or 'breaks', all the other transactions are either held up or in the worst case scenario fail completely.

Unfortunately, broken chains do happen and they have become more commonplace since tighter mortgage lending criteria has resulted in some properties being downvalued by surveyors. Other reasons for chains to break can be that buyers change their minds and withdraw their offer or even that vendors decide to stay put.

The only way to avoid a chain is to offer on a property that is advertised as chain free. If the house you want has a chain you can try to minimise the risk by ensuring that your estate agent is in constant communication with other parts of the chain to ensure that any problems are addressed as soon as they arise.

Unfortunately, when a chain breaks it can be upsetting and time consuming and can also hit you financially. Selling your property through a no sale, no fee estate agent will ensure that you don’t lose money on estate agents fees and if you also instruct a solicitor who works on the same basis you will not lose out on legal costs.

Even though the house inside might be perfect, there are factors, like your neighbours, how busy the street is, a rowdy pub on the corner, that might make living there a nightmare. It’s best to visit several different times, at different times of the day to get a feel of the neighbourhood, your street and the area you’ll be living in. Visit during the school run and rush hour. Is there a school nearby? Do commuters make access along your street impossible? Do parents on the school run park in your road and block the driveway ? Is there space to park outside your house if you don’t have a drive or will you have to park your car round the corner? Visit in the evening to see what activity is like. If you’re a light sleeper you probably don’t want to live on a street used by taxis throughout the night or police cars, or the route people use on the way home from the pub. Look at your neighbours houses. Is it well looked after?

Knock on the door and ask them what the neighbourhood is like. Walk past in the evening and see if they’re playing loud music; one of the most common complaints from residents is the people next door making too much noise.

Louise Gane, Director at Grosvenor Waterford, MNAEA 0151 526 76 38

Alan Binks, Director, HomeLets & HomeSales Telephone 0845 680 6809

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HAVE YOUR SAY YOUR VIEWS ON BIG ISSUES “The concept of the Big Society is not a new one. As humans we have a fundamental instinct to help one another. However, it’s important that we limit any policy potential to rely too heavily on a minority or take advantage of their good will.

What we really need is for everyone to do a little towards the common goal of improving our communities. At Habitat for Humanity we rely on volunteers to build our homes, yet with thousands volunteering for a day it makes for light work.”

Rev Dr Shannon Ledbetter chairman Liverpool Habitat for Humanity

THE BIG SOCIETY The Government’s ‘Big Society’ plan was recently launched by the Prime Minister in Liverpool with the aim of empowering individuals to take a more significant role in contributing to their local communities.

We ask, simply, is it a good idea?

“The "Big Society" will be integral to the future of health and housing and means engagement, empowerment, staff run social enterprises big cultural change which if successful will create powerful local communities. The issue for local communities in Liverpool will be how to meet this challenge with public funding likely to be squeezed.”

Sian Evans partner Weightmans LLP

“Encouraging people to contribute and take more of an interestin their local community should create a prouder and more respectful society. If people have helped build something then they are more likely to feel a sense of responsibility to maintain it. I think the Big Society is a good idea and one that should be supported.”

Phil Lawton partner Sutton Kersh

“Allerton is a popular place for people to live and work because of the strong sense of community. People who live and work here are vocal and protective of their identity.

When you look at it in this way you think perhaps Big Society is a good idea.

However the idea couldn’t have come at a worse time.

Most people are having to work incredibly hard and fear losing their jobs. Where will their extra free time come from to dedicate to their local community?”

“Liverpool really does lead the way on engagement projects, look at tenantspin, a unique partnership between FACT and Arena Housing that impacts on people right across the city-region. Volunteers are empowered, can find their voice and take control of their neighbourhoods and issues. The cynic in me wants to argue it’s smoke and mirrors to hide public sector cuts but the opportunity to develop a better society for everyone can’t be dismissed out of hand.”

Laura Brown senior account manager The Design Foundry

Alan Binks

HAVE YOUR SAY: Email post@movepublishing.co.uk

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Q&A With Derek Dawson, Solicitor (Litigation Department) Q I am a landlord of a house and I have a tenant who is complaining about repairs needed to the roof. He is seeking compensation. Do I need to complete those repairs and do I need to pay him compensation?

A As a landlord you have a duty to keep the structure of the property, which includes the roof, in a reasonable condition. You are liable to carry out repairs to the structure and to certain installations within the property, such as the hot water supply. You are only liable to complete those repairs of which you are aware, such as the roof. Your tenant should notify you of any repairs. Once you are notified you need to complete those repairs within a reasonable time of them being brought to your attention, which will depend on the nature of the repair. If you fail to complete the repair within a reasonable time then you are liable to pay your tenant compensation for inconvenience until the work is completed. You could face court proceedings being issued against you seeking a court order for the repairs to be completed, compensation, interest and costs. It is therefore in your interest to complete the repairs immediately, as that will limit any compensation and it will also protect the value of the property.

Q I sold a property and contracts were signed. A deposit of 10% of the purchase price was paid. However the buyer has since changed his mind and has not completed the transaction. What can I do?

A If the contract that has been exchanged uses the Law Society prescribed standard conditions of sale your solicitor needs to send to the buyerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s solicitors a notice to complete.

If the buyer fails to complete the transaction within the time provided in the notice, normally 10 days, then you can cancel the contract which will allow you to keep the 10% deposit along with any interest that has accrued. You can then resell the property. If that resale results in a loss to you, i.e. it sells at an amount less than you agreed in the first sale, you can seek that shortfall from the first buyer, although you would need to show you have tried to minimise your loss by seeking the full market price for the property on the second sale. Alternatively, you could seek to issue court proceedings to enforce the first contract of sale, although it is unlikely the court will force the sale through a damages award would be the alternative.

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Runcorn

The Deck, Mersey Road WA7 1GF

1 & 2 bedroom apartments from £48,965*

Contemporary waterside apartments from * only £48,965 If you’re struggling to get on the property ladder, come and talk to us about HomeBuy Direct, a government backed scheme that means you could pay just 70% of the purchase price and own 100% of your home.* So you could own a brand new apartment in a stunning waterside location for only £48,965.* Hurry though – you must be signed up by 15th August 2010

Just 5%t deposi needed

*Offer available on selected plots only, subject to status and our normal terms and conditions.

Price of £48,965 is based on 70% of the purchase price of £69,950 using HomeBuy Direct.

Price correct at time of going to press. Image shows typical Taylor Wimpey homes.

text “TW282” to 84840 for instant details and photos.

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What prompted the move up from London?

We both really like Liverpool.

Since the Capital of Culture the city has been rejuvenated.

There’s a really different character to down south.

There’s also twice the space here at half the price!

Why did you choose The Gallery?

It came recommended. The size was a big factor and it has been so nicely furnished. Some apartments we saw were much too small and it didn’t seem as much care had been taken as here. New builds are so nice just to spend time in. It feels quite luxurious. The location is great too and it’s nice to be so close to the marina.

And the living area?

We love the living room too. There are pictures of Sydney and Fiji which Kelly took and also a photo of Kelly’s first match at Anfield. There’s the TV which we bought for the World Cup. It’s large but it can fit in this flat quite comfortably.

Also Kelly likes to play a lot of Mario on the Wii!

What about the bathroom?

Again it’s so much bigger than other places we saw. It’s so nice to have a brand new, clean bathroom and it’s done out really well. Kelly loves to have a nice long soak in the big bathtub.

Tell us about the bedroom...

I have my computer in there because I do a lot of work at home and there are more photos that we both took of Liverpool and New Zealand.

They’ve done a great job furnishing the place all round.

Any plans for the place?

We’d like to put some plants on the balcony and my Dad has promised me a big plant for the living room because it’s too big for his study at home! I suppose we’d like to get a few more pictures up on the walls too.

Tell us about the kitchen...

We both take turns in the kitchen and we cook a lot of Mexican food. It’s larger and more modern than we’ve had before. It’s possibly our favourite area of the apartment. We’re not used to having such a big freezer. It’s changed the way we shop.

CALL NOW

For sales and lettings enquiries at The Quarter visit www.thequarterliverpool.com

And finally, what would be your dream buy?

I think it would only be a Playstation and maybe a big La-Z-Boy chair!

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Are you moving? If the answer is yes then simply select the area you want and the price bracket, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s simply the most effective way to source the most suitable homes!

Once you have found the properties you are interested in, telephone the Estate Agent or Developer for more details and arrange an appointment to view.

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2,479.59 2,517.35 2,599.89 2,549.00 2,435.69 2,538.95 2,428.47

2,975.50 3,020.82 3,119.86 3,058.80 2,922.82 3,046.74 2,914.16

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1,362.29 1,317.22 1,317.22 1,320.46 1.321.25 1,372.71 1,392.47 1,328.12 1.326.86 1,318.38 1,313.49

1,532.58 1,481.88 1.481.88 1,485.52 1,486.41 1,544.31 1,566.53 1,494.14 1,492.72 1,483.18 1,477.68

1,873.15 1,811.19 1,811.19 1,815.64 1,816.72 1,887.49 1,914.65 1,826.17 1,824.44 1,812.78 1,806.05

2,213.73 2,140.50 2,140.50 2,145.75 2,147.04 2,230.67 2,262.77 2,158.20 2,156.15 2,142.37 2,134.43

2,554.30 2,469.80 2,469.80 2,475.87 2,477.35 2,573.85 2,610.89 2,490.24 2,487.87 2,471.97 2,462.80

3,065.16 2,963.76 2,963.76 2,971.04 2,972.82 3,088.62 3,133.06 2,988.28 2,985.44 2,966.36 2,955.36

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//// HOMES FOR SALE/TO LET L1 £210,000 Unity Building 15th and 16th floor duplex apartment comprising open plan living area and kitchen, three bedrooms, two bathrooms.

Balcony with river views, secure parking, gym, 24 hour concierge.

King Sturge 0151 242 6490

£184, 950 Elysian Fields A stunning two double bedroom apartment. Beautifully designed high spec kitchen. Beautiful, en suite to master, large terrace. Allocated parking space, 24 hour concierge Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

£159,950 Manhattan Place Well positioned 4th floor corner apartment situated in popular development. Comprising two double bedrooms, open plan living area and kitchen, and bathroom. Balcony overlooking public square, secure allocated parking.

King Sturge 0151 242 6490

£158,250 Manolis Yard Fantastic luxury two bedroom 2nd floor apartment. Lounge with open plan fitted kitchen and dining area. Lift access, electric heating, double glazing, timber decked terrace. Secure underground allocated parking. NO CHAIN!!!

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

£143,500 Liberty Place Beautifully two double bedroom top floor apartment. Open plan fitted kitchen/ lounge, access to timber decked balcony.

Views of the city. Underground parking Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

L3 £235,000 The Colonnades Fantastic 1 bedroom apartment. Situated in the prestigious grade I listed Albert Dock. Amazing views of the city, good storage. 24 hour manned security and under ground secure parking

Northwood 0151 256 1035

Northwood 0151 256 1035

£35,000 Radnor Place Two Bedroom Second Floor Apartment, Reception Room, Kitchen, Bathroom, UPVC Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating System, NO CHAIN

oieo £200,000 Parkfield Road Fantastic three bedroom top floor apartment. Lounge, separate fitted kitchen, en suite. Spiral staircase to the main bedroom. Two velux windows, secure allocated parking

£184,950 Waterloo Warehouse Luxury split level 5th floor two bedroom spacious apartment. Spectacular views over the river Mersey. 24 hour manned security, secure parking. Economy 7 CH

£29,950 Radnor Place Two Bedroom Second Floor Apartment, Reception Room, Kitchen, Bathroom, Gas Central Heating System, UPVC Double Glazing, Requires Decorative Improvement, NO CHAIN

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

Northwood 0151 256 1035

£175,000 Unity Building Duplex apartment on the 12th and 13th floors of this iconic building. Comprising open plan living and dining area, fitted kitchen, two double bedrooms, ensuite and bathroom. Views over the river front and Three Graces. Concierge AND secure parking. Good price

£129,950 Jubilee Drive 3 bedroom mid terrace in a popular residential area. Features large double glazed velux windows. Entrance porch and a rear yard

£55,000 Marled Hey Three Bedroom Semi Detached, Requires Refurbishment, NO CHAIN

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

Northwood 0151 256 1035

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

L28 £59,950 Marled Hey Three Bedroom Semi Detached , In Need of Full Refurbishment, NO CHAIN

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King Sturge 0151 242 6490

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L5 £84,950 Shaw Street Well presented one bedroom apartment, with open plan lounge area and kitchen, and bathroom. Secure parking space.

Priced competitively for quick sale.

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L8 £110,000 Catharine Street Recently modernized first floor one bedroom apartment. Bright front living room with two large sash windows.

Separate kitchen, contemporary bathroom. This is one not to be missed!!!!

£59,950 Thursby Crescent Modern Three Bedroom Semi Detached House, Open Plan Lounge/Kitchen, Downstairs WC, Family Bathroom, UPVC Double Glazing, GCH, Rear Garden, NO CHAIN

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

Northwood 0151 256 1035

oieo £108,995 Anglican Court A beautifully presented two bedroom apartment. Separate kitchen, lounge, two bedrooms and bathroom. Extremely spacious loft storage with access from the hallway. Allocated parking space and visitors parking Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

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L1 £1040pcm Stanley Street A large 4 bedroom apartment in the heart of the City Centre near to Metquarter.

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L3 £1250pcm South Ferry Quay Luxury 3 bed penthouse, Excellent location on the Marina. Spacious duplex apartment, Fully furnished to a high standard, 2 double bedrooms, 1 single bedroom / study, Secure parking included.

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£625pcm Waterloo Quay This is a well presented 2 bedroom apartment situated in the very popular Waterloo Quay development. With 2 double bedrooms, an en-suite to the master bedroom, separate family bathroom and fitted kitchen. Furnished with allocated parking. Located within walking distance of the City Centre and close to the world famous Albert Dock.

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£625pcm Baltic Square Luxury 2 bed apartment on Shaws Alley, City Centre development close to Albert Dock & Liverpool 1, Fully furnished throughout, Fitted kitchen

£850pcm Alexandra Tower Luxury 2 bed apartment in Alexandra Tower, 21st floor of a residential tower on the banks of the River Mersey, Furnished to a high standard, Hi Spec fitted kitchen, Spectacular city & dock views, Secure parking

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£695pcm Quebec Quay Luxury 2 bedroom apartment, Popular location on Liverpool Marina, Furnished to a high standard, Double bedrooms, Fitted kitchen, Secure parking

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£550pcm Renaissance Building 1 bed city centre apartment, Fully furnished, Fitted kitchen, Located on Wood Street next to the FACT centre, Minutes from Central Station, Excellent central location

£650pcm Royal Quay 2 bedroom apartment, Next to the Albert Dock. Fully furnished, Secure allocated parking. Excellent location, close to City Centre.

£590pcm Pall Mall Two bedroom, 1st floor, spacious furnished apartment in this popular city centre development close to Moorfields. Designer bathroom, ff kitchen, balcony. dishwasher.

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£650pcm City Quay A beautiful two bedroom, second floor apartment situated close to the docklands in Liverpool and within easy reach of the City Centre. The property is offered furnished, the accommodation comprises:- Secure entry system, Communal hallway, Entrance hallway, Lounge/dining area, Fully integrated kitchen, Gas fired central heating, Double glazing, Bathroom with shower, One allocated parking space.

£550pcm Jugglers Yard This is a superb one bedroom unfurnished apartment available in the highly desirable Jugglers Yard development. This stunning apartment is located close to all local amenities, transport links and shopping facilities.

The accommodation comprises:- entrance hall, open plan living area and fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, double bedroom and bathroom. It also benefits from having allocated parking.

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£575pcm The Reach This is a well presented unfurnished 2 bedroom apartment situated in the City Centre. The property comprises a fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, 2 large bedrooms and a modern bathroom. Laminate flooring and intercom system.

£575pcm Armstrong Quay We are pleased to offer for let this recently decorated 2 bedroom furnished apartment. The apartment has a fully fitted kitchen including all appliances, bathroom with electric shower, lounge, allocated parking & secure entry. Viewing is recommended to fully appreciate the accommodation on offer.

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Comedy panel show regular Rhod Gilbert brings his “The cat that looked like Nicholas Lyndhurst” tour to the Liverpool Philharmonic in September. The face of Welsh tourism speaks to Jonathan Kearney about living on a desert island, performing the first-ever stand-up routine in Taiwan and his ambitions for doing not very much.

INTERVIEW BY JONATHAN KEARNEY What’s the thinking behind the title of the tour?

It’s all to do with this bloke who follows me round. He’ll just bring something along that relates to the title of my show, like when I did the “Mince Pie” tour he brought me a mince pie. God knows why, he’s just one of those people. I just tried to call it something so that he couldn’t bring anything. It’s all done just to annoy one person.

Are you glad to be coming back to Liverpool?

I always look forward to performing in Liverpool. It’s always good fun. It’s a nice city to hang round in for a couple of days.

Some places I’m not that bothered about but I quite enjoy a stroll through Liverpool I must say.

aren’t to be honest. I enjoy some but others are a bit of a nightmare. It’s very difficult to do as a comedian because sometimes it can get a little bit competitive. I think you can see the ones where comedians are having fun because it probably comes across that they’re enjoying themselves. Stand-up is what I do and it’s probably what I do best. I enjoy doing these TV things but really it all comes about because of stand-up. I don’t know how much longer I can keep doing it because it’s tiring and there’s a lot of nights away but at the moment it’s what I do best.

You’ve travelled quite extensively. You even spent five months living on an exotic island...

Yeah I did. That was after university when I didn’t quite know what to do with myself.

I ended up living on a little island in Indonesia, climbing coconut trees for my breakfast and fishing for my lunch. We used to go hunting and all that kind of thing. It was a nice way of life and quite a bit different to what I’m doing now! It was amazing and one of those things you look

“I ended up living on a little island in Indonesia, climbing coconut trees for my breakfast and fishing for my lunch” You have a pretty relentless schedule.

Is it tiring?

It’s going to be very busy but I’m used to it now. It’s kind of easier than it used to be because of the little luxuries that I can afford now, like a driver. A few years ago I was driving myself and that’s a real killer.

Do you have a laugh with the TV panel shows or would you prefer to be out on the road?

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back on and think “did I really do that?” I think stand-up is a bit like that. I think once I stop doing it I’ll look back and think “was I really on ‘Live at the Apollo’?” It’s one of those things where it all happens so fast that you look back and think “did that really happen or have I made it up?”

Were you really the first stand-up to perform in Taiwan?

I’m not sure if I was or not! An article put that somewhere and that’s somehow

became gospel but I don’t know whether that’s a myth or not. I certainly did do a gig in Taiwan and they certainly hadn’t had much comedy there but it was actually quite good fun. There’s a guy who puts on gigs in the Far East in places like Bangkok and Hong Kong and I think he just tried it out in Taiwan. I don’t even know if he ever went back. I think I was the guinea pig.

Would you like to tour more abroad?

I don’t know. I’ve done quite a lot of stuff in Australia and New Zealand and it’s great fun but you have to make a real effort with it and commit to doing it every year and build up your audience there. I don’t know if I can be bothered to do that. I’m quite happy to do it here.

Who is your comedy idol?

I think Eddie Izzard is probably the closest thing I’d come to a comedy idol. Right now I think Gervais is pretty phenomenal too.

Do you have any TV work lined up after the tour?

I’ve got a BBC One series coming up which will be on Monday nights and I’ve got another series of the work experience show doing jobs like farming, so it’s all very busy for the foreseeable future.

Tell us about your new radio show...

Yeah it’s on Radio 2. I’ve got my Radio Wales show which I do every Saturday and I really enjoy doing that and then I’ve got this Radio 2 series which starts at the beginning of September. I just finished recording it this week. You’re really given a lot more freedom when you’re on the radio.

The series I just recorded was just me and two of my mates d***ing around in front of an audience. We’ve just messed about for two or three hours and they’ve edited it down into an hour. I love it. I don’t do any preparation, I just turn up and have fun.

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TALENT IN THE CITY

GILBERT FILE BORN Carmarthen, Wales, October 1968

––– EDUCATION Studied languages at Exeter University

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––– OTHER INTERESTS “I’m quite a do nothing sort of person. I can quite happily sit on my sofa and just stare out the window and just do nothing!”

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I am moving to Liverpool in September to start a Course at John Moores University. My Brother lives in the city centre and has said that I can stay with him. The room which I will be staying in is not the largest! I really need to be able to have a place to study and enough space for a double bed. I have been searching the internet for solutions but as yet haven’t found anything that I could afford or is practical enough. Do you have any ideas?

With over ten years’ experience in the interior design business, Sharon Armor is poised to answer all your design queries from DIY disasters to decorating dilemmas.

I think you should look at The StudyBed Company. The company has designed and manufactured a piece of furniture that is a large desk and a comfortable double bed all within one small footprint. The unit takes seconds to convert from being a desk into a bed as nothing needs to be removed, all of your equipment can be kept in place. The unit is designed for everyday use and comes in a variety of colours and wood veneers. As the study bed is freestanding it can easily be transferred when you move. For added storage you could also purchase a top box. www.studybed.co.uk

We live in a three storey house. When we first moved into the property we didn’t know what to do with the basement area, so we really used it as a storage area and playroom for the children.

Five years later our children are now teenagers! We have thought about making the basement more of a home cinema area and a place for entertaining friends. Before we begin on this project do you have any ideas that could help us make the most of this room?

I’m looking for some fun flooring for our utility room and downstairs cloakroom. Both rooms are painted cream, so I would want the flooring to perk up the space! Could you suggest anything?

I would agree with your idea that new flooring could help liven up these traditionally boring spaces. Cath Kidston has some striking new vinyl flooring designs, which would certainly make a statement. Choose from the ever popular Rose Sprig, Spot design or of course the famous Cowboy. wwww.cathkidston.co.uk

First of all I would always recommend, no matter what hi-tech equipment you are going to use for your screen, that you build a false wall in the room. A false wall will help you conceal all the cables and sockets that may be required. The False wall if planned properly could also give you hidden or open storage space that is nearly always required for CDs or DVDs. Another tip is to paint the false wall black, not only will this give you an cinematic atmosphere, but when the room is being used as more of an entertainment space it will help blend the screen into the background . I would always have all lighting in the room controlled by a dimmer switch so you can adjust the brightness levels you require.

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What’s hot YOUR GUIDE TO WHAT’S HAPPENING OUT & ABOUT IN LIVERPOOL

Carly can’t resist

Liverbirds are go

The city centre shopping offer proved too much to resist for one famous face recently. Glamorous Carly Zucker visited a number of Liverpool stores, accompanied by baby daughter Ruby.

The former “I’m a celebrity...” star joined the ranks of Liverpool WAGs this summer, following husband Joe Cole’s arrival at LFC.

A familiar flock of birds are hoping to rival the popularity of the Superlambananas having taken flight across the city. Lord Mayor cllr Hazel Williams has specially commissioned a flock of 100 ceramic Liverbirds in support of charities Mencap Liverpool, Help 4 Heroes and the Alder Hey Imagine Appeal. The limited edition ceramic birds will be available for £25 from Liverpool Town Hall.

Panoramic raise a glass to new partnership Panoramic’s new cocktail menu features a modern twist to old classics.

Chasing Bubbles, an English Lady Marmalade and the intriguing Chasing Smoke are just some of the chic drinks on offer with the city centre restaurant’s new English cocktail menu. The cocktails are the fruition of a new partnership with Hertfordshire distillery Chase, whose potato vodka was recently voted the best in the world.

The first exhibit has arrived at the new Museum of Liverpool. The only surviving motor coach of the historic Liverpool Overhead Railway recently made the journey from storage, the same route it took when it travelled the seven 46 Your Move

and a half mile distance along the length of Liverpool docks from 1893. The coach is the first of 6,000 objects that will make its way through the doors of the new museum, which is scheduled to open next year.

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Full steam ahead

Fame: The Musical

5 – 7 August Liverpool Empire --Following the lives of a group of students who enroll in New York’s High School for the Performing Arts, this show is a hit with music-lovers of all ages. There will be singing and dancing aplenty as the students (played by youngsters from the local area) follow their path to stardom.

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WHAT’S ON OUR CHOICE...

ONE TO WATCH OUT FOR...

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Woodvale Rally 2010

Liverpool Pride Festival

The rally boasts a fantastic weekend of events over 7 & 8 August.

The RAF base near Southport boasts stunt motorcycles and a ‘Wall of Death’, together with model aircraft flying displays and vintage cars and motorcycles. The event features trade stands for enthusiasts and children’s entertainment including a family funfair.

Liverpool’s gay quarter will be the setting for a major celebration on 7 August. A march around the city centre will be followed by a pride street party in Dale Street featuring stars such as Natasha Hamilton and club legend Robin S. A variety of other venues will also host special Pride events on the night between 12.30pm and 9.30pm on 19 and 20 June.

Family tickets start from £20. For more information visit www.woodvale-rally.org.uk

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On The Waterfront

For more information, visit www.liverpoolpride.co.uk

Knowsley Flower Show

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11 August O2 Academy Liverpool --Inviting comparisons with such groups as Funeral for a Friend, the lads from Southampton will perform their trademark catchy lyrics and huge choruses, with support from Midnight Mercury and Drop the Girl.

For tickets visit www.o2academyliverpool.co.uk

6 – 8 August Albert Dock and Pier Head --The Albert Dock will get a distinctly global flavour from Friday August 6, with many forms of international outdoor dance on show, including the Voala and Factoria Mascaro.

There will also be live street theatre and dance workshops.

For more information, visit www.liverpoolonthewaterfront.co.uk

8 August National Wildflower Centre --The North West’s largest free horticultural show returns with something for everyone, from simple eye-catching flowers to major, colourful displays, falconry and craft demonstrations. Gardener’s Question Time will also be on hand to offer gardening tips.

For more information, visit www.knowsleyflowershow.com

18 August The Zanzibar Club --Australian duo The Kin bring their soaring vocals and insightful storytelling to headline this 14+ event, with support from acts including Bright Lights, Revolver and Stoke prog rock/metal four piece Alter Eden (pictured).

Visit www.thezanzibarclub.com for more details.

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5. Martin Skrtel’s girlfriend Barbora Lovasova (centre) with friends. 6. Stephen Broadshaw with Lucy Wright and Luke Cherry. 7. Emma Thompson with Tina Weston and Kerry Newton-Jones. 8. The girls make their entrance.

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TO This issue we fly the flag for guys who want to look their best, with our range of the hottest products.

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CREME MODEL WEARS: HOBBS

Camel returns this autumn and should be the essential shade in your new season wardrobe. Team with crisp white shirts, skinny belts and chunky aran knits for perfect fall style.

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TABLE TALK

“Winston Churchill was right when he said that we shape the buildings, but then they go on to shape our lives”

LUCY OLIVER HAS LUNCH WITH.... sales director at Miller Homes, Peter Vella he latest culinary addition to Exchange Flags is proving popular with guests keen to enjoy stylishly presented Japanese food in Walker House’s opulent interiors, or to sit overlooking the city’s historic business district. For sales director at Miller Homes, Peter Vella – well known for his work in residential development in both Liverpool and Manchester Sakura makes an enjoyable light

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competitor. Peter started his career in property 22 years ago, with Fairclough Homes, who Miller later acquired. “I feel very lucky to have joined Miller. I spent 12 years with Fairclough and learned a lot about the business, and while technology has changed some of the ways we work it’s essentially still about finding the right homes for the right people, and getting everything to go as smoothly as possible during what can

“the extensive dessert men includes a tempting coconut and rum sorbet or Fuji apple dessert” lunch in between site visits and meetings at the Anfield and Netherley developments of affordable new build housing.

As we browse the extensive menu offering sushi, sashimi, and a selection of charcoal plates with fish, poultry and meat dishes, Salford-born Peter describes the movements which have brought his career full circle. From a beginning working in sales for a city centre developer, Peter took the opportunity to build on his skills on site, in part exchange and sales management before progressing quickly up the ladder. A year ago, he was headhunted by Miller after being made redundant by a

sometimes be a stressful process of moving house.” Over main courses from the express lunch menu of chicken and salmon teryaki, served with numerous sauces and jasmine rice, we discuss how changes in the marketplace have seen initiatives such as the government’s HomeBuy Direct shared equity scheme and Miller’s own shared equity scheme, MiWay (which will continue to be available to purchasers even after the government’s scheme comes to an end) make it possible for many would-be buyers to purchase their own properties.

Peter commented: “From the initiatives on offer to make

purchasing possible, right through to the designs of the homes and apartments, with large open living spaces, accessible gardens, and parking, we’re doing everything we can to make finding the right home easier.” He adds: “At Bridgewater Park in Netherley, two bed apartments are available from £80,500 and houses from £125,950. At Connaught Green in Anfield which is a very different, more urban development on the edge of the city, prices start at £93,950 for a two bed apartment and £139,950 for the houses with a mixture of types. Our Tarporley style with the whole top floor for the master bedroom and en-suite has been particularly popular.”

Although we decide we’re too full from lunch to enjoy the

extensive dessert menu, which includes a tempting coconut and rum sorbet or Fuji apple dessert, we continue to talk about Peter’s passion for socialising and travel, as well as the ongoing subject of the city’s - and the north-west’s - regeneration.

Peter adds: “Winston Churchill was right when he said that we shape the buildings, but then they go on to shape our lives.

Development is all about creating something to work better for us, now, and to lead to further improvements of our infrastructure. It’s about making things better than they were before.” From this vantage point, where Japanese food and chic interiors are also making their impact in a stunning, but often hidden, part of the city, I couldn’t agree more.

SAKURA JAPANESE RESTAURANT & BAR – EXCHANGE FLAGS, LIVERPOOL, L2 3YL –

Masamitsu Morino, executive chef, brings over 30 years’ experience in Japanese cuisine to Sakura and spent the last two years preparing the restaurant menu. Try the teppanyaki tasting menu for an authentic experience.

The teppanyaki chefs at work inside, or the stunning outside patio to watch the world go by.

Telephone Sakura on 0151 236 2113

Search for Miller’s properties in Liverpool at www.millerhomes.co.uk

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C R E S S I N G TO N H E AT H , O F F C A R S TO N ROA D , L I V E R P O O L L 1 9 2 S A

YOUR LAST CHANCE TO BUY FOR LESS NEW PHASE OF 3 & 4 BEDROOM HOMES We are delighted to announce the launch of our new phase of contemporary homes.

This stunning collection of homes are built to a high specification and with HomeBuy Direct they are now even more affordable - own 100% of your new homes yet pay just 70% up front! You’ll have to be quick though, we only have a few homes available on this fantastic scheme.

Stunning 3 and 4 bedroom homes from only £174,995 HomeBuy Direct prices from just

£122,496*

Visit our Marketing Suite now open seven days a week between 10.00am and 5.30pm Call for further information or to book your appointment to view: 0845 676 2575

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*Offer available on selected plots only, subject to normal Redrow terms and conditions. Purchasers required to raise funding (including mortage and minimum deposit where required by purchaser’s mortage leader) Details and prices correct at time of print. Computer generated image of Cressington Heath and indicative interior.