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Contents WELCOME TO ISSUE 271

28 Hello...

in our f A new school term an pag e may signal the summer drawing to a close but there’s still plenty to look forward to in the coming weeks. The Liverpool Biennial is almost upon us and the arts festival proved a hot topic of conversation for our panel of experts. New developments have sparked a great deal of interest for prospective movers in the region and there’s also a focus on properties abroad. We bring you a round-up of Liverpool’s latest lifestyle events, while our motor racing talent is definitely one to watch for the future.

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06 Four Best Buys Featuring Good Moves, Northwood UK, Andrew Cover Story 42 Talent in the City Louis and Keppie Massie Residential Rising racing star James Cole 22 Four Best Lets 45 Ask the Expert Featuring City Residential, HomeLets, HOMEsure and R-House Innovative ideas from our interiors expert Cover Story 24 Hot Topic The property market overseas 27 Hot off the Press Keen interest in Moss Street Cover Story 28 Hot and Happening Wethersfield House in Bidston 31 Ask The Agent Our experts answer your property dilemmas 33 Have Your Say Benefits of the Biennial 38 Movers Make-up specialist on the move

47 Your Move Interiors Luxurious looks for your home 48 What’s Hot and What’s On Hugo Boss at Liverpool One 50 Men’s Fashion Boot camp 51 Ladies’ Fashion Fabulous footwear 53 Table Talk MPA’s Kate Lay 54 Streetlife Mathew Street Festival

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Four best buys WHAT’S ON THE MARKET? COURTLAND ROAD, ALLERTON L18

JANE MURRAY operations director at Good Moves VIEW NOW 0151 909 3747

Good Moves!

How much? £229,500 Number of bedrooms Four Close to Walking distance to Allerton Road and its shops, cafes and great transport links Benefits from Having many original features, including original working sash windows, and fireplaces Best feature The gorgeous sitting room at the rear with its original fireplace, and full length sash window. Also the large family room/kitchen which is a great social area of the house Agent’s view “A great family home, in a popular location, with loads of charm and character. There’s two receptions and a lovely family room leading off the kitchen. Being in such a great location directly off Allerton Road, the property is close to great schools and amenities. The abundance of original features, such as working fireplaces and bell call system, make this property something really special.”

BRUCKLAY HOUSE, LIVERPOOL L18

SUE TAYLOR head of residential sales and lettings at Keppie Massie Residential VIEW NOW 0151 236 9660

How much? £209,950 Number of bedrooms Two Close to Ideally situated for leafy Sefton Park, Allerton Road, Liverpool Airport and the city centre Benefits from Fabulous patio area Best feature Secluded position and garden lounge Agent’s view “An exceptional property, which offers peace and tranquility in a suburban location, close to Sefton Park and the bustling Allerton Road shopping area. Keenly priced to sell, only by viewing can the true calibre of this property be appreciated.”

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PROPERTIES FOR SALE

YEW TREE LANE, WEST DERBY L12

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

How much? £199,950 Number of bedrooms Four Close to West Derby schools and Golf Course Benefits from Substantial, versatile accommodation Best feature Exceptional views of West Derby Golf Course Agent’s view “This property offers a substantial family home with attractive open views to the rear and would be ideal for a growing family. The accommodation comprises, entrance hall, three reception rooms, downstairs WC, large kitchen/breakfast room, family bathroom, four bedrooms and a loft room. The property further benefits from driveway parking and a large rear garden.”

PRINCES AVE, PRINCES PARK L8

HELEN GOODWIN new business manager at Andrew Louis Estate Agents VIEW NOW 0151 330 5333

How much? £124,950 Number of bedrooms Two Close to Local amenities, city centre, transportation links Benefits from Gas central heating, secure private entrance Best feature Spacious, high ceilings, master bedroom with en-suite Agent’s view “Immaculate duplex two bed apartment, separate fitted kitchen, large living room, lots of character, high ceilings and large sash windows.”

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Open until 7pm weekdays

Sales 0151 330 5333

Muskers Building 1 Stanley Street L1 6AA Royal Quay, Docklands

City Quay, Ellerman Road

Snowdon Lane, Vauxhall

First floor two bedroom apartment Fitted kitchen with integrated appliances Double glazed windows, gas central heating Secure allocated parking, NO CHAIN!!!

L SO

Modern semi detached three bed house Gas central heating, double glazing Gardens to the front and rear Driveway to the side

One bedroom first floor apartment Spacious accommodation, large terrace Open plan lounge/kitchen, double glazing Electric heating, parking

Third floor 1 bedroom apartment Large open plan kitchen/dining area Double glazing, spacious, lots of character Central location, parking permits

L SO

Two double bed 2nd floor apartment Double glazing, gas central heating Secure allocated parking

Henry Street, City Centre

L SO

City Loft, Princes Dock

£142,950

£124,995

£124,950

£120,000

£114,950

Elysian Fields, City Centre

Falkner Square, Georgian Quarter

Lever Court, City Centre

Archview Crescent, Upper Duke St

Hatton Garden, City Centre ER D R N E U FF O

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A superb 2 bedroom apartment Master with an en suite Open plan lounge/kitchen, smeg appliances Allocated parking, large ceramic terrace

2 bedroom top floor apartment Generous sized lounge, separate kitchen Includes residents permits for parking Close to all local amenities

Luxury two bedroom apartment for investors 6% guaranteed yield for up to 10 years High specs, excellent location CALL NOW FOR VIEWINGS!!!

Third floor 2 bedroom apartment Open living/dining room with fitted kitchen Great views to the Anglican Cathedral Partial river views, city views and parking

£184,995

£169,950

£149,950

£129,950

Hatton Garden, City Centre

The X Building, City Centre

Gloucester Road, Anfield

Mirfield Street, Kensington

Mullwood Close, Croxteth

£139,950

Two bedroom terrace with a loft conversion Lounge with bay windows Modern style separate kitchen Gas central heating, double glazing

£67,500

IN ITH W T LE

IN ITH W T

U HO 36

Luxury 1 bed apartment Open plan living Popular development Furnished

1 bed apartment Furnished Allocated parking Popular development

£575pcm

Central Gardens, City Centre

Quebec Quay, Docklands

IN TH I TW LE

U HO 24

Large 2 double bed apartment Furnished Open plan living Close to amenities

£750pcm

IN TH I TW LE

RS OU H 24

Immaculate two bed apartment Ground floor, furnished Ensuite to master bedroom Parking

£650pcm

£145,000

Lettings 0151 330 5321

Jugglers Yard, City Centre

RS OU H 24

Beautiful 4 bed semi detached house 2 reception rooms, kitchen/dining room Double glazing, patio, gardens Yorkshire stone driveway for 2 cars

£60,000

Muskers Building 1 Stanley Street L1 6AA Elysian Fields, City Centre

Three bedroom mid terrace Separate kitchen and dining room Gas central heating, double glazing IDEAL FOR FIRST TIME BUYERS!!!

OFFERS IN EXCESS OF

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£178,000

Drastically reduced from £152,950 Immaculate two bed 1st floor apartment Open plan lounge/dining room Large paved terrace, allocated parking

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Two bedroom duplex penthouse apartment Master with en suite Stylish open plan living/kitchen space Extensive timber decked terrace, parking

1st floor immaculate, two bed apartment Open plan fitted kitchen, master en-suite Secure underground parking NO CHAIN!!!

Terret Croft, Stockbridge Village

LANDLORDS PROPERTIES URGENTLY REQUIRED TO MEET CLIENT DEMAND CALL FOR FREE NO OBLIGATION VALUATION 0151 330 5321 X Building, City Centre

IN ITH W T

Spacious 1 bed apartment Furnished Secure door entry Popular location

£550pcm

1 bed apartment Furnished Popular locaton Parking

£450pcm The Reach, City Centre

U HO 24

IN ITH W T

RS OU H 24

2 bed property Furnished or unfurnished Rear garden Parking

IN ITH W T LE

U HO 24

The Collegiate, L6

The Anchorage, Docklands

IN ITH W T LE

U HO 48

2 double bed apartment Furnished Parking Early viewing essential

£600pcm

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UR HO 4 2

2 bed apartment Furnished Docklands locations Short distance to City centre

£495pcm

£199,950

WATERLOO WARHOUSE First and second floor duplex apartment at the popular Grade II* listed Waterloo Warehouse. The apartment has open-plan living, kitchen, two double bedrooms, master with en-suite, and sepearate bathroom. The property has also comes with a secure allocated parking space. The site benefits from 24hr manned securtiy. Viewing highly recommended to appreciate all this property has to offer. £199,950

£199,950

£149,950

WATERLOO WAREHOUSE Briefly comprising split level living and dining area, separate kitchen, two double bedrooms, ensuite and bathroom. The property benefits from 24 hour manned security, secure allocated parking space and additional visitors parking.

ONE PARK WEST King Sturge is delighted to offer this 2 bedroom 12th floor apartment. Briefly comprising open plan living, dining, and kitchen area, 2 bedrooms, with ensuite bathroom to master and family bathroom. The apartment benefits from 24 hour concierge, secure parking is available. Please ask for details.

ONE PARK WEST Briefly comprising open plan living area and kitchen, double bedroom and bathroom. The property benefits from 24 hour concierge service and communal roof terrace. The apartment offers views over Liverpool's famous waterfront - viewing highly recommended.

80% shared ownership £89,950

£475,000

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.

£199,950

ONE PARK WEST King Sturge is delighted to offer this 2 bedroom 5th floor apartment.Briefly comprising open plan living, dining, and kitchen area, 2 double bedrooms, with ensuite bathroom to master and family bathroom. The apartment benefits from 24 hour concierge, secure parking is available please ask for details..

X BUILDING Beautifully presented one bedroom apartment situated in the heart of the proposed Commercial Quarter, views over Mercury Park. Briefly comprising open plan living area, fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, bedroom and bathroom. Secure underground parking space and is sold including all furniture, fixtures and fittings. £119,950 £139,950

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£199,950

WATERLOO WARHOUSE Briefly comprising open plan living and dining area, separate kitchen, two double bedrooms and secure allocated parking. Viewing highly recommended to appreciate all this property has to offer. .

HUDSON GARDENS Briefly comprising open plan living area, fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, two double bedrooms and bathroom. Property benefits from a Juliet balcony overlooking Duke St and has a secure underground parking space.

CITY LOFTS Located in a popular new development on Princes Dock. 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. £800pcm

£600pcm

WATERLOO QUAY King Sturge is pleased to offer this unfurnished apartment situated in the popular Dockside development of Waterloo Quay. Briefly comprising two DOUBLE bedrooms, master ensuite, open plan living area, fitted kitchen & bathroom. The apartment is offered unfurnished with parking & visitors parking.

£450pcm

DALE STREET Studio apartment situated in the heart of the business district. Comprising of open plan lounge, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. The property is offered part furnished and available midSeptember.

WATERSIDE APARTMENTS King Sturge is delighted to offer this brand new apartment. Completed to a high specification the apartment briefly comprises two DOUBLE bedrooms, master ensuite, open living area, fitted kitchen, bathroom & balcony offering views over the River Mersey. The apartment comes with secure parking & is available immediately £800pcm

SYMPHONY BUILDING King Sturge is pleased to offer this well present unfurnished apartment. Situated in the popular Symphony Building, the property briefly comprises, open plan living area, fitted kitchen, two bedrooms (double & single room/study), bathroom. The apartment also comes with secure parking & is available immediately. Viewing now to avoid disappointment. £675pcm

£525pcm

ONE PARK WEST King Sturge is delighted to offer this furnished studio. Situated in the popular One Park West development in Liverpool One, the apartment briefly comprises open plan living/bedroom area, fitted kitchen & bathroom. The apartment is available from mid September.

THE ALBANY Stunning duplex penthouse apartment. Situated in the Business District the apartment briefly comprising two DOUBLE bedrooms, spacious open plan living area with outside terrace, fitted kitchen & bathroom. The apartment is offered furnished with secure parking, additional parking can also be for £50.00pcm per space. Available Immediately £900pcm

£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.

LYDIA ANN STREET King Sturge is pleased to offer this two bedroom apartment centrally located on Lydia Ann Street. Comprising large living and dining area, kitchen with fitted appliances, two bedrooms and bathroom. The apartment is offered unfurnished and parking can be included for an additional cost, although permit parking is available. Immediately available. £558pcm

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

THE ALBANY Stunning duplex penthouse apartment. Situated in the Business District the apartment briefly comprising two DOUBLE bedrooms, spacious open plan living area with outside terrace, fitted kitchen & bathroom. The apartment is offered unfurnished or furnished for an additional £50.00pcm. Parking can also be for £50.00pcm per space. Available Immediately £800pcm

£575pcm

THE SYMPHONY One bedroom apartment situated on the fifth floor of this unique building. Accommodation comprises open-plan lounge, dining and kitchen area, a double bedroom and a bathroom. The property is offered fully furnished and benefits from a balcony with views towards the Cathedral. Available end September.

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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.

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BEDFORD STEET 50% shared ownership. Well presented shared ownership apartment. This second floor apartment comprises one double bedroom, living and dining area, separate kitchen and bathroom. TSituated in the heart of the Georgian Quarter & offers views towards the Cathedral. Ideal first time buy. Viewing highly recommended. £57,500 OIRO

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THINKING OF SELLING? BEEN ON THE MARKET A WHILE?

Jenkinsons Warehouse

North Quay

Alexandra Tower

Three Bed Townhouse In need of Renovation Balcony, Stunning Views

One Bed, Studio Style, Fully Furnished, Great Location

Spacious Two Bed, Fully Furnished, Two Double Bedrooms, Parking

Modern Two Bed, 17th Floor, Fully Furnished, Secure Allocated Parking

£265,000

£525pcm

£850pcm

£800pcm

The Collegiate

Princes Dock

Baltic Square

Sovereign Chambers

South Ferry Quay NEW

We have buyers waiting! Please call

0151 231 6100 for a free, no obligation valuation and Let us show you how we can get you moving! Ellerman Road NEW

Armstrong Quay NEW

RE DU CE D Two Double Bedrooms Kitchen And Bathroom, Secure Parking

Two Double Bedrooms Excellent Location Stunning Views

Impressive Conversion One Bedroom Secure Parking

One bedroom, fully furnished, popular development

One bedroom, spacious living area, fully furnished

Selection Of One Beds, Fully Furnished, Great Location

£129,950

£125,000

£110,000

£525pcm

£550pcm

Quebec Quay

Eden Square

Ellerman Road

Pall Mall

Central Gardens

Anglican Court

Stunning Penthouse Two bedrooms, Two parking spaces

Two Double Bedrooms Stunning Views, Large Balcony, Secure Parking

Two Bedrooms Fitted Kitchen , Bathroom Secure Parking

Two Bed, Unfurnished, Two Double Bedrooms

Two Bed, Fully Furnished, Two Double Bedrooms, Secure Parking

Spacious Two Bed, Unfurnished, Allocated Parking

£295,000

£152,995

£121,000

£550pcm

£700pcm

£500pcm

South Ferry Quay

Commutation Plaza

Walker Building

Westminster Chambers

Armstrong Quay

City Quay

Two Bedrooms Stunning River Views Excellent Presentation

75% Shared Ownership Stunning One Bedroom Amazing Views

Two Double Bedrooms Refitted Kitchen City Centre Location

One bed, fully furnished, duplex style, great location

Two Bed, Fully Furnished, Terrace With River Views, Parking

Two double bedrooms, fully furnished, secure allocated parking

£159,950

£94,950

£114,950

£550pcm

£800pcm

£600pcm

Ellerman Road

Princes Gardens

Coopers Terrace

Quebec Quay

Tower Building

City View

Stunning Penthouse Three Bedrooms Three Balconies

Two Double Bedrooms New Bathroom and Kitchen, Secure Parking

Two Double Bedrooms Large Living/Dining Room Secure Parking

Two bed, spacious apart, fully furnished, allocated parking.

Two double bedrooms, fully furnished, secure allocated parking.

One Bed, Fully Furnished, Secure Allocated Parking

£189,950

£119,950

£139,950

£750pcm

£475pcm

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81/87 Victoria Street, The Old Haymarket, Liverpool L1 6DG 0151 231 6100/6101 sales@cityresidential.co.uk | lettings@cityresidential.co.uk | www.cityresidential.co.uk 10 Your Move

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View from apartment

BEDFORD ST SOUTH

ARCH VIEW CRESCENT

BRUNSWICK STREET

£70,000

£129,950

£235,000

• 50% shared ownership • First Floor Georgian Apart • Original Features • Lounge Modern Kitchen • Modern Bathroom Two • Double Bedrooms • Resident Parking

NEW

• Second Floor Apartment • Two Bedrooms • Fitted Kitchen • Modern Bathroom • City Views Cathedral Views • Upvc DG , GCH, Parking

NEW

BEETHAM PLAZA

• Duplex Penthouse Apart • Spacious Open Plan Living Area • Air Conditioning • Contemporary Bathroom • Modern Kitchen • Two/Three Bedrooms • Two Secure Car Spaces • Stunning River/City Views • Two Balconies • Two Roof Terraces

• Duplex Penthouse • Apartment Two Bedrooms • Modern Kitchen • Shower Room/Wc • Feature Timber Flooring • Roof Terrace, Lift, No Chain

NEW

£950,000

PUBLIC NOTICE

BEETHAM PLAZA

• Luxury Fifth Floor Apart • Two Double Bedrooms • Open Plan Living Area • Stylish Fitted Kitchen • Contemporary Bathroom • En-Suite Shower Room

£225,000

NEW

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

£98,000

46 Manhatton Place,12 Madison Square L1 5BF

We are acting in the sale of the above property and have received an offer of £144,500. Any interested parties must submit any higher offers to the selling agent before an exchange of contracts takes place. Sutton Kersh 30-32 Exchange Street East Liverpool L2 3PQ

CONCERT STREET

CITY GATE

£99,950

£149,950

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

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

NORTH QUAY, L3

CHIRKDALE STREET, L4

CITY ROAD, L4

ELIZABETH ROAD, L10

SOUTHGATE CLOSE, L12

£575pcm

£425pcm

£475pcm

£550pcm

SPRINGHILL COURT, L15

THORNTON ROAD, L16

COLEBROOKE ROAD, L17

BOOKER AVENUE, L18

GATEACRE PARK DR, L25

£550pcm

£700pcm

£395pcm

£895pcm

£800pcm

• One bedroom • Apartment • Ground Floor • Furnished

• 1 Bedroom • Apartment • Unfurnished • Central Heating • Secure Parking

• Two bedrooms • Terrace • Part-Furnished • Central Heating • Double Glazing • Yard

• 3 Bedrooms • Semi-Detached • Flexible Furnishings • Double Glazing • Central Heating • Driveway

• Three bedrooms • Terrace • Available unfurn/furn • Central Heating • Double Glazing • Yard

• 1 Bedroom • Apartment • Ground Floor • Unfurnished • Central Heating • Double Glazing

• Three bedrooms • Semi-Detached • Furnished • Central Heating • Double Glazing • Driveway, Gardens

• 3 Bedrooms • Semi-Detached • Available Unfurn/ Furn • Double Glazing • Central Heating • Garage, Gardens

• 2 Bedrooms • Town House • Unfurnished • Double Glazing • Central Heating • Gardens, Driveway

• 3 Bedrooms • Semi-Detached • Unfurnished • Double Glazing • Central Heating • Gardens, Garage & Drive

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PROPERTIES FOR SALE Catherine House Reduced To £159,000

Waterside Reduced To £137,500

Dukes Terrace £129,950

Circle 109 £129,500

Newsham Drive Reduced To £125,000

• • • • • •

• Superb 6th floor apartment • Two double bedrooms • Lounge/dining area/fitted kitchen • Stylish bathroom and en-suite • Stunning river views • Lift, Garaging space included

• Purpose Built Apartment • Located on the first floor • Two bedrooms • Stairs and lifts to all floors • Convenient to the City Centre • Electric heating, no chain

• • • • • •

The Collegiate £125,000

Denman Drive Reduced To £112,950

Cornwallis Court £110,000

Princes Gardens £98,000

St Peter's Church Aparts £95,000

• • • • • •

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

• • • • • •

Mill Street £89,950

Victoria Street £84,950

Malvern Road Reduced To £67,950

Ullswater Street Reduced To £57,500

Morden Street £47,500

• • • • • •

• 2 Bedroom mid-terrace • Through Lounge/Dinng Room • Modern Kitchen and Bathroom • DG, GCH • Ideal for First Time Buyer • Available with no chain

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

• Two bedroom mid terrace • Vacant possession • UPVC double glazed windows • Ground floor bathroom • Ideal for first time buyers • Good investment potential

The Collegiate £525pcm

Merchants Court £450pcm

Spacious first floor apartment Master bedroom with en-suite Second bedroom Modern fitted kitchen Principal bathroom Period features & sash windows

Second floor Apartment One Bedroom (Mezzanine level) Bathroom and walk-in wardrobe Lounge/Dining area Stylish fitted Kitchen Separate Utility area

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

One bedroom apartment Second floor Convenient for City Centre Secondary glazed windows Laminate flooring Ideal for First Time Buyer

Sympathetic conversion Second floor apartment One double bedroom Open plan living area Kitchen with appliances Good letting potential

Stylish apartment (4th floor) 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms Fitted Kitchen with appliances Secure Underground Parking Excellent investment opportunity

Communal grounds and gardens Ground floor apartment One double Bedroom Laminate flooring Separate kitchen Bathroom with coloured suite

Redevelopment opportunity Beautifully proportioned rooms Retains many period features Seven bedrooms,no chain Four reception rooms Bathroom facilities to each floor

1, 2, 3 bedroom Apartments Seven duplex apartments Lift to all floors Unique architectural features From £60,000 to £110,000 Kitchens and bathrooms

PROPERTIES TO LET The Ability Penthouses £675pcm

• One Bedroom • Views of Chavasse Park • 10th Floor • Unfurnished • Availabale immediately • Full gym membership included

Bispham Tower £575pcm

• Two Bedrooms • Unfurnished/Furnished • Brand New Refurb • Fitted Kitchen • Immaculate Bathroom • Secure Parking

Gloucester Place £550pcm

• Ground floor • Two Bedroom • Fully Furnished • City Centre Location • Allocated parking • Viewing recommended

• One bedroom • Furnished • Secure parking • Ground floor • Open plan lounge & kitchen • Available to occupy from 03.09.10

• One Bedroom • Brand New • Furnished/Unfurnished • Allocated Parking • Spacious Apartment • Immaculate Bathroom

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AN EXPANDING NETWORK OF OVER 70 OFFICES - BOTH LOCALLY AND NATIONALLY NEW PRICE

NEW PRICE

MABERLEY VIEW, L15 £525pcm

PRINCES DOCK, L3 £775pcm

BEECH PARK, L12 £750pcm

ASHTREE GROVE, L12 £550pcm

Conran Designed Two Bedroom Apartment, Let Fully Furnished, Waterfront Development, Located on 3rd Floor, Secure Undercroft Parking, On Site Concierge Services, Double Glazed, Electric Heating System

Large Three Bedroom Detached, Two Reception Rooms, Kitchen, Family Bathroom, Gas Central Heating System, Double Glazing, Front and Rear Gardens, Garage, Driveway Parking

Three Bedroom Semi Detached Property, 2 Reception Areas, Conservatory, Family Bathroom, En Suite to Master Bedroom, Garage & Driveway Parking, Gas Central Heating System, Double Glazing, Gardens to Front and Rear

Two Bedroom Modern First Floor Furnished Apartment, Open Plan Lounge/Fitted Kitchen, Dining Room, Family Bathroom, Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating, Allocated Parking, Conveniently Located Close to Motorway Network and Train Stations

NEW

WOODSOME PARK, L25 £495pcm Ground Floor Furnished Apartment, Lounge/Diner, Fitted Kitchen, Family Bathroom with Shower Over Bath, Two Double Bedrooms, Allocated Parking, Electric Heating, Alarm

CARLETT VIEW, L19 £495pcm

MANNINGHAM ROAD, L4 £450pcm

EMPRESS ROAD, L7 £425pcm

Two Bedroom Modern Apartment, Unfurnished, Open plan Lounge/Kitchen with Integrated Appliances, Balcony, Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating, Allocated Parking £495pcm

Two Bedroom Mid Terrace, Entrance Hall, Through Lounge, Kitchen, Family Bathroom, Gas Central Heating System, Double Glazing, Rear Yard

Two/Three Bedroom Mid Terrace Property, Two Reception Rooms, Fitted Kitchen with Appliances, Family Bathroom with Shower over Bath, Gas Central Heating System, Yard to Rear

NEW PRICE

FIRST MONTHS RENT HALF PRICE

WILBURN STREET, L4 £425pcm Two Bedroom Mid Terraced Property, Furnished, Lounge/Dining Room, Modern Fitted Kitchen, Downstairs Shower Room, Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating, Small Rear Yard

FIRST MONTHS RENT HALF PRICE

LOWBRIDGE COURT, L19 £400pcm

WEBSTER ROAD, L7 £375pcm

HERRICK STREET, L13 £350pcm

Modern Un-Furnished One Bedroom Apartment, Superb Commuter Location, Easy Access to Liverpool South Parkway, Lounge/Diner, Fitted Kitchen with Integral Oven and Hob with Extractor Hood, Family Bathroom, Parking, DG, EH

Two Bedroom Mid Terrace, Entrance Porch, Two Reception Areas, Kitchen, Three Piece Bathroom, Electric Shower over Bath, UPVC Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating System

Two Bedroom Un-Furnished Mid Terrace, Through Reception, Downstairs Bathroom, Gas Central Heating System, Double Glazed, Alarmed

LANDLORDS...

DON’T LOSE A PENNY IN RENT EVEN WHEN THE PROPERTY IS VACANT!

CALL US NOW!

15-17 West Derby Village, Liverpool, L12 5HJ SALES LETTINGS MORTGAGES

telephone: 0151 256 1035 email: liverpool@northwooduk.com

RELAX... WE’LL TAKE CARE OF IT

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Good Moves!

CALL US NOW

0151 909 3747 www.goodmoves.uk.com email: info@goodmoves.uk.com

FOR SALE

Hillingden Ave, L26

Midhurst Road, L12

Courtland Road, L18

Fieldway, L15

Blythswood Street, L17

£239,950

£144,950

£139,950

£114,500

£229,000

Refurbished three bed town house GCH; DG, Conservatory; through lounge; fitted kitchen Gardens; driveway. No Chain, offers invited!

Beautifully presented two bedroom semi, Cul de Sac location, GCH, DG, Fitted kitchen / diner with patio doors, Gardens to front and rear

Charming four bedroom Terrace Three double, one single bedrooms, GCH Many original features, Kitchen and family room

Three bedroom mews house; original features; gas central heating; fitted kitchen; gardens front and rear and driveway.

Refurbished three bedroom terrace GCH, DG, Spacious accommodation; No Chain Ready now – offers invited!

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Higher Road, L25

MacDonald Street, L15

Appleby Walk, L27

Church Cottages, L25

Ashfield, L15

£325, 000

£69,950

£84,950

£229,950

£195,000

Four bedroom semi detached, GCH, DG, Large gardens, Master bedroom en-suite, Double garage No chain; offers invited!

Three bedroom terrace in need of repair and upgrading; through lounge; kitchen; bathroom. Gas Central heating; part DG.

Extended three bedroom town house, Cul de Sac location DG; fitted dining kitchen, Through lounge with raised dining area, Gardens front and rear

Two / three bedroom Grade II listed cottage. Conservation Area Many original features, superbly presented, Gardens and parking, No Chain

Large, four bedroom end terrace GCH, DG, Two spacious receptions rooms, Fitted kitchen, modern four piece bathroom Secure off road parking to the rear

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Gordon Street, L15

Foxleigh, L26

Hathaway Road, L25

Liberty Place, L1

Larch Grove, L15

£89,950

£289,950

£172,500

£159,950

£34,950

Traditionally styled two bed terrace GCH; DG Two separate receptions; fitted kitchen, Modern decor, ready to move into. Offers Invited!

Extended, four bed detached, GCH; DG, Conservatory; two receptions; study, Stunning state of the art kitchen

Extended three bedroom semi Popular location close Gateacre Village, DG; GCH, Through lounge; conservatory; fitted kitchen Gardens front and rear; garage

City Centre apartment, two bedrooms, GCH, DG, Balcony with views, Fitted kitchen with appliances, No Chain involved

Over 55's, shared equity two bedroom flat, Ground floor, lounge, galley style fitted, kitchen Bathroom with disabled access Maintained communal grounds

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Langton Rd, L15

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Long Lane, L15

£240pp pcm

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Student or professional house share, Great location close to good transport links, Fully furnished; 4/5 bedrooms, GCH, DG, Just redecorated, ready now!

Unfurnished, three bedroom detached, GCH, DG, Conservatory, fitted kitchen, En suite to master bedroom, Reduced!

Six bedroom semi over three floors Professional single family let only Many original features, OF CH, Two receptions, fitted kitchen, two bathrooms, Gardens, Garage

Unfurnished, two bedroom terrace GCH, DG, Kitchen with white goods, Refurbished and newly decorated, Ready now!

Unfurnished, three bedroom terrace, GCH, DG Kitchen with white goods Patio door to rear courtyard Ready now!

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Childwall Road

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£500pcm

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Four best lets WHAT’S ON THE MARKET?

PARKFIELD ROAD, AIGBURTH L17

MARK GOODYEAR director of residential lettings at R-House Lettings VIEW NOW 0151 291 5000

How much? £595 pcm Number of bedrooms Two Close to Local amenities, Lark lane Benefits from Internal security intercom system, good transport links to city centre Best feature Nice residential area Agent’s view “Apartment is situated in a large Victorian property. Access is gained through the internal security intercom system. The long and large interior hallway allows access to all rooms which are situated on the same level. There is the availability to park within the grounds and the communal shared garden is well maintained.”

DUGDALE CLOSE, GRASSENDALE L19

ANTONI DMOCHOWSKI lettings manager at HomeLets VIEW NOW 0151 280 4047

How much? £950 pcm Number of bedrooms Four Close to Both Aigburth and Cressington Train Stations and Otterspool Promenade Benefits from Fully furnished, three double bedrooms, fully fitted and intergrated kitchen, GCH, UPVC double glazing and spacious rear garden Best feature Located in a quiet cul de sac within a popular and sought after residential area Agent’s view “Homelets are proud to offer this well presented and extremely spacious, four bedroom detached property in Grassendale.The first floor houses three double bedrooms (master with en suite), one single bedroom and a fully fitted family bathroom. Externally the property offers well maintained gardens to the front and rear, a spacious patio area and on street parking.”

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PROPERTIES FOR RENT

LARK LANE, AIGBURTH L17

HELEN BOWERS residential sales & lettings manager at Homesure VIEW NOW 0151 722 2222

How much? £2,240 pcm Number of bedrooms Seven Close to Heart of Sefton Park and local restaurants and pubs Benefits from Boasts seven huge double bedrooms, three spacious high-spec bathrooms, very large luxury kitchen/diner, and an enormous (soon-to-be-decked & fenced) roof terrace overlooking Lark Lane Best feature The roof terraces which are perfect for entertaining Agent’s view “A fantastic opportunity to live in the heart of one of Liverpool’s most desirable locations in the heart of Lark Lane and close to Sefton Park, Allerton Road and Aigburth Road.”

QUEBEC QUAY, SOUTH FERRY ISLAND L3

LEE THOMPSON lettings negotiator at City Residential VIEW NOW 0151 231 6100

How much? £750 pcm Number of bedrooms Two double bedrooms Close to Waterfront and Albert Dock Benefits from Large walk in dressing room Best feature Fully furnished to a high standard with stunning views across the river and the Marina Agent’s view “A spectacular two bedroom apartment. Two large, double bedrooms master benefiting from an en-suite and a spacious, separate dressing room. Fully furnished to a high standard with a fully fitted separate kitchen. Excellent views across the river and the Marina. The apartment also comes with secure allocated parking.”

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With the collapse of Euro-zone economies such as Greece and Spain, the prospect of buying a property abroad is not as off-putting as it might have been in recent years. Your Move looks at the market in some of our neighbouring countries.

WORDS BY JONATHAN KEARNEY Together with the US, France, Spain, Italy and Portugal make up the majority of the interest in foreign property enquiries and it is those countries which represent our areas of focus. Although the pound still doesn’t compare favourably to the strength of the Euro, British buyers are slowly beginning to dip their toe back into foreign waters, partly due to the extent European economies have been shaken in recent times.

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Spain

According to a recent survey conducted by Aon Consulting, only 43 per cent of Britons see the UK as their preferred

retirement location, with Spain remaining a firm favourite among retirees. The collapse of the country’s property market has certainly caught the attention of British buyers, with a reported 150 per cent increase in June 2010 from the previous year. Spain’s property market, which is already familiar territory for thousands of Brits is now marked by opportunity and a host of bargains, despite the continuing weakness of the pound, and the quality of the stock is also ever-improving. Although the charms of the north are proving increasingly popular with British tourists and cities such as Madrid and Barcelona are easily accessible from Liverpool, it is the old favourites such as Costa Blanca, Costa del Sol, the Canary Islands and the Balearics that remain highest on the radar for those looking for a life in the sun.

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HOT TOPIC

FRANCE There is less of a liberal mortgage market in France, with lenders applying stricter criteria to the availability of loans. That said, there are still bargains to be had across the channel, in a property market which has also long-since been on the radar of British buyers. France is less well serviced by airports than its neighbor to the south which can be an important factor for many who are considering buying in more remote, rural areas, although buying in such a wellestablished economy is always likely to prove a sound investment. France boasts such a wide variety of properties, from rustic chateaus to chic city apartments. The north offers rugged, coastal areas close to the UK while the south still offers vast swathes of serene, unspoilt landscapes, together with the opulent French Riviera for those with more extravagant tastes.

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country such as Greece, Spain or Portugal, is far from certain to yield a growth in value in the immediate future, owing to the instability of those economies and the austerity measures likely to be imposed by their respective governments. Portugal does still offer an attractive proposition to thousands of British buyers every year, with more than half opting for homes in the Algarve, with the region offering some of the best golf courses in the world, not to mention an enviable way of life. The towns, villages and countryside of the Silver Coast region are also a firm favourite with prospective buyers seeking a luxurious escape from the UK.

such as Naples, now a direct destination from Liverpool JLA. Unlike many parts of the UK, property values have actually risen significantly since 2004, with only a slight fall recently. Italy is by no means a country for bargain basement house buying which has characterised many Eastern European countries, but second homes make up a

significant part of the market, predominantly from native Italians. Tuscany remains the most sought-after region but increased accessibility has driven demand in the south.

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PORTUGAL In contrast to the relative stability of France, buying a home in a

Italy's Agenzia del Territorio, which monitors house prices in the country, reported that the 2009 housing market was steady, with a 2.4 per cent rise in transaction from 2008. Although Italy has been hit hard by the economic downturn, residential property has rallied to a certain extent, particularly in southern cities

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NEWS

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

City Residential’s Royal offering Agents reporting strong interest in Moss Street development

Last orders Sutton Kersh’s next auction will feature seven pubs The properties include The Cock & Bottle on Wavertree High Street, a two-storey property, which comprises a public house on the ground floor and 3 bedroom living accommodation on the first floor, guided at £175,000.

Moss Street

City Residential believe the city centre Moss Street development will prove popular with investors and owner occupiers alike. Andrew Schofield, City Residential’s newly promoted assistant sales manager, commented: “It’s a fantastic location, right next to Royal Liverpool University Hospital. All the apartments are of a good size and reasonably priced from an investment point of view, with some apartments offering terraces and en-suite bathrooms. They’ll also appeal to people working at the hospital and attending the University. There’s been a good deal of interest so far with quite a few reservations.” It’s currently all change at City Residential, with Phil Hartley been having promoted to a director position. The agents have also made three new recruits, with Daniel Pennington and Megan Jenkins joining the lettings team and Stuart Tomey working on sales. Two bedroom apartments at Moss Street start from £102,950. For further information 0151 231 6100 or visit www.cityresidential.co.uk

The catalogue, comprising 80 lots, is Merseyside’s largest for over 12months. Also going under the hammer is the former Laundry Cottage in Croxteth

Laundry Cottage, Croxteth

Country Park. The Grade II* listed cottage is in need of major repair and is guided at £100,000+. Director James Kersh commented: “The market has picked up tremendously over the last six months. Competition between investors has returned, which is good news for vendors as this will help stabilise values. But whilst we are seeing a recovery in

prices for some properties, there are still some great deals available with values still down on two or three years ago.” The auction takes place on Wednesday 8 September at the Marriot Hotel, Queen Square. Visit www.suttonkersh.co.uk for more information.

Agents set for wheelie big fundraiser Staff from Andrew Louis will be spending 24 hours on Liverpool’s Big Wheel for charity

Andrew Louis staff

Around 12 staff from the city centre agents will be making the marathon effort in aid of the Cash for Kids charity. Andrew Louis has sponsored a pod on the wheel along with other companies and hopes to raise around £500 for the charity.

Staff will take turns on the wheel as part of the fundraiser, between 8am on Thursday 9 September and 8am the following morning. Pam Laidlaw, head of lettings and property management at Andrew Louis, will have three stints on the wheel over the course of the 24 hours. She said: “I believe

we’re the only estate agents doing it. I’ll be there first thing in the morning and I’ll take the kids down in the evening. I’ll also be doing the final hour on the wheel.” Pam added: “Two of my colleagues will be on the wheel all night, while others from the office will be in for an hour at a time.” Your Move 27

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

Landlords warning A partner at a Liverpool law firm believes too many landlords are finding themselves embroiled in expensive legal action.

Michelle Stevenson

Michelle Stevenson, partner and head of housing at Kirwans Solicitors, has urged landlords to act swiftly when a tenant approaches them with a repair that needs carrying out. The most common disrepair complaints by tenants include damp, defective windows, leaks, cracking walls and subsidence. In the worst cases, landlords can find themselves facing personal injury claims as a result of their properties being in a state of disrepair. Michelle believes legal action could easily be avoided, saying: “Too many landlords find themselves involved in expensive legal action which could have been nipped in the bud at a much earlier stage. There is no question that the more proactive the landlord is in dealing with a disrepair matter, the better for all concerned.” Michelle will be speaking on the subject of housing disrepair at a seminar on Wednesday 15 September at the Martins Building in Liverpool. For further information telephone Alison Scragg at Kirwans on 0151 229 5600 or email ascragg@kirwanssolicitors. co.uk

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House builders get shirty Taylor Wimpey is encouraging people in Merseyside to donate their unwanted football kits to KitAid. The charity aims to help some of the poorest children and adults in the world with a passion for the beautiful game. Football fans are being invited to drop off their old football shirts, shorts, boots, goalie gloves and shin pads at Taylor Wimpey’s Speakman Gardens development in Prescot and The Deck development in Runcorn, where they will then be packaged up by Taylor Wimpey and sent to the KitAid team. To date the

charity has sent out 100,000 kits to children and adults in 30 different countries across the world. Sam Williams, associate sales director for Taylor Wimpey North West, said: “With a number of football teams bringing out a new kit I’m confident that fans will have an old one they could spare, so please do your bit by digging it out and dropping it off at one of our developments.” For more information on Taylor Wimpey developments visit www.taylorwimpey.co.uk

Taylor Wimpey KitAid

St Paul’s Square

Square route St Paul’s Square has introduced a new incentives scheme to aid struggling homebuyers. The city centre development has introduced a five per cent gifted deposit paid on selected apartments. The scheme, which helps to reduce the amount of capital required to purchase a property, could now help homebuyers with more than

£7,000 toward their deposit. Martyn Green, partner at agents King Sturge, said: “Gifted deposits offer an excellent option for homebuyers who are struggling to save a deposit for a property in their preferred location. St Paul’s Square continues to be a popular development for first time buyers because it offers an ideal location for both living and work. It is also closely situated to restaurants, bars

and shops, enabling buyers to have the best of both worlds.” Apartments at St Paul’s Square start at £109,950 for a onebedroom apartment and from £149,950 for a two-bedroom apartment. For further enquiries telephone King Sturge on 0151 242 6490 or visit www.theperfectsquare.co.uk

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PROPERTY NEWS

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Sales success Merseyside Property Auctions has made further improvements on its sales figures.

Bidston Hill

Homes with history Gregor Shore UK has unveiled a range of “contemporary classics” in Bidston Hill. Historic Wethersfield House has been redeveloped to form part of a three phase development on the Wirral, with the transformation of the stable block forming phase one of the development. The Edwardian mansion was designed by Liverpool born architect

Auction alternative Whitegates are calling for lots for their next auction. The agents, based in Walton Vale, are encouraging those who might not have tried an auction before to come in for advice on what to expect before the event. Debbie Taylor, director of Whitegates Auction, commented: “It can be daunting if you haven’t been before but if you’re selling your home or property, an auction offers a real alternative to the open market. It removes a lot of the uncertainty because you avoid buyers that back out at the last minute since the final

Edmund Kirby in the nineteenth century and was home to Joseph Beausire, chairman of the West India & Pacific Steamship company. Three ‘lodge’ properties form phase one of the Wethersfield House development, consisting of a three-bedroom house, a two-bed with enclosed garden and a fourbed with a rear terrace and “teenage basement”, with prices from £215,950 to £289,950. Phase

two will see the restoration and conversion of the mansion house into 11 two and three bedroom apartments, with upper floors offering views across to Hoylake and West Kirby as well as a ground level private garden. The third phase will consist of four terraced cottages.

bid at the auctioneer’s hammer is legally binding. Plus it’s a much quicker process than selling your house on the market as the deal is done in 28 days. We’re living in what many experts believe is a buyer’s market. An auction gives some of

that control back to the seller”. The next Whitegates Auction will be held at the Radisson Blu hotel in Liverpool city centre on 10 November 2010.

Debbie Taylor

Results from their June auction showed a 72 per cent success rate, building on a 68 per cent success rate at their April auction. MPA’s managing director, Kate Lay, said: “MPA has always prided itself on being able to offer competitively priced quality residential and commercial properties, but we are increasingly seeing a high number of exceptional properties through probates

For further information telephone Gregor Shore UK on 0845 603 5503.

For further information visit www.whitegatesauctions.co.uk

Kate Lay

and repossessions. People are really struggling to sell on the open market and are realising that auction is the ideal place to sell quickly and without any hassle. We already have some excellent instructions lined up for our September auction which will appeal to those buyers looking for a quality lot.” MPA’s next auction will take place at the Jury’s Inn Hotel, Keel Wharf, on Thursday 23 September, while instructions are already being taken for MPAs last auction of 2010 in November. For further information telephone 0151 260 9873 or visit www.mpalimited.co.uk

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Q I am looking to buy a repossessed property. Is there anything I need to be aware of? A The Lender who has repossessed is legally bound to get the best price possible for the house. Even when your offer has been accepted the Estate Agents acting for the Lender will put a Notice in a local paper. Other offers are invited in for a period of 7 days from the date of the advert. During this time, potential purchasers can put in a higher offer, which the Lender has to consider. Even after the minimum 7 days have expired a potential buyer can still make a higher offer which the Lender can accept. Until Contracts are exchanged you have no legal right to purchase the property. Usually you will then get 28 days from acceptance of your offer in which to exchange Contracts. The Lenders solicitors will be instructed to forward contract documentation to your solicitor so that they can proceed and meet the deadlines set. You must bear in mind that the Lender does not have any knowledge of the property and their solicitors will not reply to any enquiries raised by your solicitor. You will therefore purchase the property as it stands. In the circumstances you should:

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For expert advice contact: Lisa Willmitt JST Lawyers JST Lawyers, Colonial Chambers, Temple Street, Liverpool, L2 5RH DDI: 0151 282 2844 Email: lwillmitt@jstlaw.co.uk Web: www.jstlaw.co.uk

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ASK THE AGENT YOUR PROPERTY DILEMMAS SOLVED

SUBJECT:VALUE GAP I am buying a house in Childwall. The asking price was £225,000 and I made an offer of £210,000 which was accepted. However our mortgage valuation has come in at £200,000 and the owners will not reduce any further. How can there be such a difference between the Estate Agents valuation and our lender`s valuation?

It is not uncommon for there to be a difference of opinion between valuers. Valuation of property is not an exact science, it is subjective and can vary depending upon the purpose of the valuation and the comparable evidence available to the valuer. A selling agent wants to achieve best price for his client so will test the market at a figure as high as he or she thinks the market will stand. A valuer looking at the property for mortgage purposes is looking for a safe figure to lend and he has to consider that if the borrower gets into difficulties and the property is repossessed, the lender will want to sell the property relatively quickly.

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SUBJECT:STUDENT ACCOMMODATION I own a four bedroom property near to the city centre which I am finding difficult to let. Are students as tenants a good option for me?

As there is over 50,000 students studying in Liverpool City Centre at present we have received a huge volume of student applications. Predominately students look to cut the costs of the rental expenses by sharing in larger accommodation such as four bedroom properties, although a lot of landlords would have their reservations in letting their accommodation to students. The process can actually be quite painless providing the right approach is taken. Insisting on guarantors is always the first option as this provides the security needed for the tenancy.

Ultimately, the property is worth as much as you are prepared to pay for it. If this is the property that you want and you intend to stay in it for a number of years, inflation will take care of any minor differences of opinion in value so my advice would be to still proceed with the purchase if you are able to, and enjoy living in your new home.

Larger security deposits can be obtained at the offset which can offer the landlord a little more piece of mind. There is also an option of acquiring contents insurance for a small monthly cost which will benefit the landlords of furnished properties. This, along with arranged property inspections, should keep the property in good condition. If you do have an empty property try not to dismiss the student sector as this can be a very safe, reliable and feasible way of letting your accommodation.

Philip Lawton FNAEA, Director, Sutton Kersh 0151 207 5924

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BIENNIAL BENEFITS With the return of the Liverpool Biennial in September, what is the biggest benefit the contemporary art festival brings to the city? “The Liverpool Biennial is not just about public artwork and the galleries, there is an educational programme to provide support and links with the city’s schools. For our pupils, inviting them to see work by contemporary artists from all over the globe on their own doorstep is inspiring and generates creativity. North Liverpool is becoming an arts Mecca in its own right but because so much of the Biennial is about partnerships it helps develop a sense of community between all those involved in the arts sector in Liverpool. ”

Lesley Bentley director of arts at Notre Dame Catholic College and the school’s ArtsBus

“The biggest benefit is in helping the independent artists out. A lot more artists have come out of the woodwork in recent years such as those involved in local art groups exhibiting in small local galleries. As a result it has become harder for independent artists to sell their work. With the Biennial they’re invited to exhibit their work across the city, so it’s great for them and not as good for the Sunday painters.”

Clifford Sayer artist in residence The Gallery Liverpool

“Normally when I encounter an enormous spider the last thing I reach for is my camera. In 2008 that changed when a giant sparkling spider appeared, above exchange flags. Whether art is challenging, curious or beautiful during the Biennial it appears not only where you expect it in established galleries like the Walker, but throughout the city and encourages everyone to look twice. For me the Biennial encourages locals, tourists and commuters to explore the city together with eyes wide open. Remember to look up – who knows what you might find.”

“Liverpool is arguably the largest, most diverse hothouse for art, outside of London, in the UK. On any day of any week it is possible to see the work of locally-based artists of international renown as well as witness innovation in progress, whether it's sculpture, film, photography, installations, painterly art or countless other media. The Biennial offers the chance for artists and fans from other parts of the world to experience and celebrate the heady atmosphere of Liverpool's cultural and art scene, as well as finding a new audience for their own art here.”

Gayna Perry creative director Strange Attractors

“The Biennial brings the media and thousands of visitors to the city which provides an opportunity for artists in the Independents Biennial to be discovered and recognised. The Independents have created a programme with over 450 artists showing work in 146 events, at 60 venues across Merseyside. This is an incredible achievement because unlike the Liverpool Biennial, who received public funding, all the ‘Indie fringe’ events are privately funded by the artists and galleries themselves.”

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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

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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.

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What made you decide to leave New York and return home? I had a fantastic time there but I thought it was time for me to come home. I wanted to try a Greek salad in Greece rather than 7th Avenue, so now I’m back home and I’ve got a business. I’m with my family again and Liverpool looks epic. There’s so much going on here.

And the kitchen? I love the kitchen. It’s really modern so I’ve brought in some retro poppy design pots and pans a friend had in her attic. They’re just great.

What’s your favourite part of the apartment?

What attracted you to the Princes Park area? It’s a great neighbourhood – close enough for me to get to work but not right in the city. I’m surrounded by all these old mansions and the area is so pretty. Sefton Park is just gorgeous and then you’ve got Lark Lane which is so cosmopolitan.

Tell us about the bedrooms... There are two bedrooms, the spare one I’m using as a walk in closet! I’ve got a TV there and my black rabbit and the Coldicutt family crest on the wall.

My bedroom. I love the bedroom. What’s really lovely is hearing the rain on the skylight. One of the bonuses of living in Liverpool rather than New York is the sky lights. I also love looking out the window in the living room. From my Manhattan apartment I could see the Empire State Building and the Chrysler Building and I looked out onto the Union Square clock. What are your plans for the place?

What’s in the living room? There are a couple of paintings my Dad did for me. One is a take on the workers lunching on a crossbeam picture, with the Liverpool skyline in the background. My Mum Vera also gave me a fantastic fabric which takes pride of place hanging on the wall. On the window ledge there’s a little Buddha which my friend brought back from India.

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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

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£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 £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 £150,000 One Park West 9th floor apartment with views over Liverpool's docks and the River Mersey. Comprising one double bedroom, open plan livng and kitchen and bathroom. 24 hour concierge, communal roof terrace,. King Sturge 0151 242 6490

£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

L8 £165,000 Quebec Quay Ground floor apartment in the popular Quebec Quay development. Briefly comprising lounge, separate kitchen, two double bedrooms, en-suite and bathroom. Benefiting from a Juliet balcony overlooking the boat yard. With secure parking and additional visitors parking. King Sturge 0151 242 6490

£127,500 City Quay Two double bed second floor apartment, Double glazed windows, gas central heating, Allocated parking, NO CHAIN!!!

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333 £127,500 Gambier Terrace Two bedroom upper ground floor apartment, Separate kitchen, GCH Very central location close to City Centre, Parking permits available, NO CHAIN! Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333 £99,000 Jugglers Yard A superb one bedroom apartment, Open plan living area and fully fitted kitchen, Fully tiled bathroom finished to a high specification Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

L2 £110,000 Cable House Large studio apartment, Spacious lounge/bedroom area, Large timber decked terrace, Right to exclusive use of parking

£114,500 Princes Gardens Modern two bedroom first floor apartment, Separate kitchen, contemporary bathroom and two bedrooms, Gated development with allocated parking, Communal gardens and access to all local amenities

£159,950 Devonshire Rd Three bedroom top floor apartment, Spacious lounge, gas central heating, Double glazing, communal gardens, On street parking

£99,500 Caryl Street Contemporary ground floor apartment, Open plan lounge, fitted kitchen with patio doors, Secure allocated parking, Must be seen!!!

£110,000 Woodvale Road Two Bedroom Bungalow, Cul de sac Location, Lounge, Kitchen and Family Bathroom, Large Rear Garden, Driveway Parking, Gas Central Heating System, Double Glazing, Alarmed, NO CHAIN Northwood 0151 256 1035

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L11 £95,000 Wapshare Road Well Presented Three Bedroom Semi Detached, Two Reception Rooms, Kitchen with Breakfast Bar, Family Bathroom, Good Sized Rear Garden with Patio Area, UPVC Double Glazed Windows, Gas Central Heating System

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Northwood 0151 256 1035

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

Northwood 0151 256 1035

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£129,950 Avington Close Well Presented Three Bedroom Semi Detached, Reception Room, Fitted Kitchen/Dining Room, Family Bathroom, Rear Garden, Driveway Parking, UPVC Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating System

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Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333 £99,960 Beetham Tower One bedroom, third floor apartment, 24 hour concierge service, Spacious lounge with large windows, Fantastic views to the river

Northwood 0151 256 1035

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Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333 £144,950 Liberty Place Fourth floor two bedroom apartment, Open plan lounge and fitted kitchen, Benefits from a timber decked balcony, Allocated parking. Viewing is essential!

£66,000 Mirfield Street Two bedroom terrace. Lounge with bay windows, stairs leading to two bedrooms. Modern style separate kitchen with door leading to yard. Gas central heating, double glazing throughout and loft conversion

£140,000 Westfield Drive Three Bedroom Detached Bungalow, Fitted Kitchen, Conservatory, Four Piece Bathroom Suite, UPVC Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating System, Driveway Parking, Gardens to Side and Rear, NO CHAIN

£179,950 Blackmoor Drive Three Bedroom Semi Detached Property, Three Reception Areas, Extended Kitchen, Leading to Conservatory, Shower Room, Detached Garage, Gardens to Front and Rear, Gas Central Heating System

£145,000 Green Lane Three Bedroom Semi Detached, Entrance Hall, Two Reception Rooms, Sun Room, Kitchen, Three Bedrooms, Bathroom, Driveway Parking, Garage, Gas Central Heating System Northwood 0151 256 1035

L14 £126,950 Scorpio Close A modern semi detached house, Kitchen/diner and conservatory, Gas central heating and double glazing, Gardens to the front and rear Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

Northwood 0151 256 1035

£84,950 Shaw Street Well presented one bedroom apartment, with open plan lounge area and kitchen, and bathroom. Secure parking space. Priced competitively for quick sale. King Sturge 0151 242 6490

£159,950 Forest Green Three Bedroom Semi Detached Property, Two Reception Rooms, Attractive South Facing Rear Garden and Patio, Driveway Parking for 2 Cars, UPVC Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating System

£1,000pcm Baltic Square Luxury 3 bedroom apartment, City Centre development on Shaws Ally, Close to Albert Dock & Liverpool 1, Fully furnished, 3 double bedrooms, Bathroom & en-suite, Viewing recommended Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038

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L5 £500pcm Tobacco Wharf This is a large one bedroom first floor apartment. Located just off Vauxhall Road, it is ideally situated for convenient access for the City Centre and public transport links. The apartment benefits from a balcony, parking and electric heating. Viewing is highly recommended Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321

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L4 £400pcm Sleepers Hill This is a recently refurbished two bed terrace house. The accommodation comprises: good size living room, separate kitchen, two double bedrooms and bathroom. The property is presented unfurnished.

£650pcm City Quay Two bedroom, second floor apartment close to the docklands in Liverpool. Offered furnished, the accommodation comprises:- Secure entry system, entrance hallway, Lounge/dining area, Fully integrated kitchen, Gas fired central heating, Double glazing, Bathroom with shower, One allocated parking space. Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321

£450pcm Grassmere Street We are pleased to offer for let this three bedroomed terrace house. The property comprises: hallway, lounge and kitchen/dining area to the ground floor. Upstairs there are three bedrooms and family bathroom. Property benefits from gas central heating & double glazing. Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321

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From £600pcm Bispham Court Brand new 2 bedroom apartment in Bispham Court, New development in the City Centre, Available furnished or unfurnished, Secure parking also available. Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038

£450pcm Dale Street We are pleased to offer for let this one bedroom unfurnished ground floor apartment situated in the City Centre close to all local amenities. The accommodation comprises:- Open plan lounge & kitchen area, One bedroom, Shower room, Intercom security system, Small paved courtyard.

From £500pcm Bispham Court Brand new 1 bedroom apartment in Bispham Court, New development in the City Centre, Available furnished or unfurnished, Secure parking also available. Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038

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L7 £425pcm Albert Edward Road We are pleased to offer to let this three bedroom unfurnished terrace property situated in Kensington. The property comprises of; two reception rooms, three bedrooms and bathroom, close to all local amenities. Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321 £295pcm Lockerby Road A one bedroom apartment situated in an ideal location close to city centre, Liverpool Royal Hospital and London Road as well as all local amenities. The property comprises: hallway, lounge area, kitchen, one bedroom and bathroom. Gas central heating and is close to all transport links. Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321

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L15 £600pcm Thornycroft Road 3 bed terraced house just off Smithdown Road, Part furnished, Gas Central Heating, Double Glazing, 3 bedrooms, Bathroom, Living Room, Kitchen with white goods Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038

£650pcm Gilmartin Grove Luxury 2 bedroom apartment, Excellent location on Low Hill overlooking the City Centre, Fully furnished, Balcony, Secure parking, Next to Royal Hospital, Close to Tunnels & easy access to City Centre Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038

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£350pcm Peel Street Light, bright room available to rent in spacious 2 bedroom apartment. Double bed and storage. Fully fitted kitchen, modern bathroom, tasteful decor. Quiet neighbourhood off Belvidere Road, close to Sefton Park and Lark Lane. 10 minutes from city centre. Professional females only.

L8 £625pcm The Overhead Modern 2 bed apartment, New development on Sefton Street, Close to city centre. Furnished to a high standard Secure parking Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038 £500pcm Croxteth Road An unfurnished two bedroom apartment situated in close proximity to Seton Park and the amenities of Lark lane and Smithdown Road and with excellent transport links to Liverpool City Centre. Off road parking is also available and viewing is recommended. Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321

L17 £800pcm Ashfield Road Spacious 5 bedroom end-terrace in Aigburth, Excellent location next to Sefton Park just off Aigburth Road. Furnished throughout, Good sized rooms, suitable for students, Easy access to City Centre Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038

L25 £495pcm The Woodlands 2 bedroom apartment in Woodsome Park, Landscaped grounds, Fully furnished, Fitted kitchen, Double bedrooms, Secure parking Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038

L34 £1600pcm Stanley Crescent Beautiful part furnished 6 bed Victorian semi. With gas central heating & double glazing the property is well presented throughout and even comes complete with a cellar. Viewing is important to appreciate this accommodation Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321

WA9 £425pcm Steven Street 2 bed unfurnished mid terrace property. The accommodation comprises hallway, kitchen, lounge, 2 beds and family bathroom, GCH Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321 £400pcm Fleet Lane Unfurnished two bedroom terrace. GCH, newly decorated. Viewing recommended. Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321 Your Move 41

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Just one weekend of racing success at Brands Hatch stands between Southport-born James Cole and British Formula 3 success in the driver’s inaugural season in the championship. The man from a musical background lies just five points behind arch-rival Menasheh Idafar as he sets his sights on the title and ultimate motor racing dominance.

INTERVIEW BY JONATHAN KEARNEY What are your thoughts as you enter the season finale at Brands Hatch? It’s going to be a close finish. It’s been tight between the two of us (Idafar) all year - but I wouldn’t want to win it too easily. The rivalry must be pretty intense at this stage? It started out as two team mates helping each other out but you have to have the mental approach where you hate each other. If you’re friends with the person it’s very difficult. As the season has drawn to a close both of us are becoming increasingly on edge about it. It’s got to the stage where we’re not talking to each other. When you’re a boxer I’m sure you can’t be friends with someone when you’re going to go and punch their lights out. And a great track to conclude the season... Yeah Brands Hatch is one of the most historic tracks in the UK. It’s a very technically difficult circuit for F3. It’s very fast. We haven’t been there at all this year, so it’s going to be interesting. What’s next for you after this season? It’s all down to budget. The thing with motor sport, as long as you keep winning, the budget shouldn’t be an issue, but just because you win the championship doesn’t

necessarily mean that you’ll go onto the next stage, especially because of the economic situation at the minute. Finding sponsorship is extremely difficult and nothing is ever secure. You never know where you’re going to be or what you’re going to do. What would winning the F3 title mean for you? It’s my first season in F3 and I’ve been racing since 2007. So far I’ve won three championships. This could potentially be my fourth in four years, which would be a great achievement. That’s why we have to make sure that we do it. For it to be as close as it is and with both being teammates it’s probably going to be the hardest championship to win as well. The next stage is to do the main class of F3 which has already been won this year by a Frenchman called Jean-Eric Vergne. He’s backed by Red Bull and will probably be in Formula One next year. Do you look at some of the Formula One guys and think “I could be as good as that”? I know a few on the edge of Formula One and GP2. Karun Chandok who’s in Formula One this year with HRT drove for T-Sport, the team I’m with, a couple of years ago, so I know him really well. He’s done some of the driver coaching for us earlier in the year. His experience is that Formula One is not that different to F3. The cars are very similar, just a lot faster and more unpredictable. That’s why F3 is such a good platform. It’s the best

competition because it’s the closest thing to Formula One. What’s your ultimate ambition in racing? Everyone wants to get to Formula One and to win that championship. That’s definitely my aim. A lot of people think that’s not very realistic, or that’s not going to happen, but you’ve also got to think that if you carry on winning , you’ve got to hope that you can carry on that way. Seeing Karun in Formula One and seeing a few other drivers right on the cusp of Formula One who I know very well and seeing how they drive and how I compare to them in the same car just a few years later, I know that I have the capability and talent to get to Formula One. You’re also an accomplished musician. Is music a fallback for you? Music is something that I love. I still have one year to go at LIPA. I’m taking a sabbatical at the moment. I can take up to five years out before going back into third year, or I can just re-audition if it’s any longer than that. They’ve been very supportive about how I do this. My background is in music. My Dad Chas Cole has run CMP Entertainment and the Summer Pops for years, so I’ve been going to gigs for as long as I can remember. Music is something that I’ll always have. I don’t want to ever get to the stage where I don’t want to play music or I hate it. Sometimes I have a bad day racing and all I want to do is come back and just listen to music or play the guitar to calm me down.

The 2010 British F3 International Series concludes at Brands Hatch on the weekend of 25 September.

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TALENT IN THE CITY

BORN Southport, August 1988

EDUCATION Sunnymede School, Southport; St Mary’s College, Crosby; LIPA

RACING HERO Damon Hill

FAVOURITE TRACK Oulton Park

MUSIC “Everything from Pink Floyd to folk and stuff you’ll hear in the charts today”

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SHOE SOLUTION Last Christmas we decorated the hallway, it looked fantastic over the festive period and for a couple of weeks after that. Now it looks like Armageddon has struck! Football boots, trainers, shoes and slippers clutter every inch of the floor. I have had a look at buying baskets or boxes, but as the hallway is very narrow I think they would take up too much space, do you have any suggestions?

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.

Ikea have the perfect storage solution for you, the Hemnes shoe cabinet designed by K hagberg/ M Hagberg. The unit is available in white or black/brown and measures width 89cm, height 127 cm and the depth is an impressive 30cm. The cabinet holds a minimum of twelve pairs of shoes, to maximise on storage, why not use two or three units together, this would give the appearance of a very elegant contemporary cabinet. One of the reasons I would suggest this cabinet to you is the fantastic design specification. The unit has legs only at the front, this allows the cabinet to stand up close to the wall above the skirting board, which will allow you to maximise the limited space in your hallway. www.ikea.com

ECLECTIC MIX I am redecorating my new house and I want something a little bit different in each room to really make it feel like home ready for Christmas. My problem is I want ultra modern in the living and dining rooms and something a little more classical in the bedrooms. Despite spending hours in DIY shops I can’t find anything I like, can you tell me where I can find a few ideas?

STAMP IT OUT Could you suggest where I may be able to buy some contemporary colourful quirky cushions, for my sofas? I really like the Stamp Cushion from the Colour Union – HRH Mega which are available to buy on line from www.rockingpony.co.uk0. The cushions pay homage to Andy Warhol’s screen prints; they are designed, printed and made in England by The Colour Union, who are the only company to have been granted a license to produce this unique stamp collection. The cushions are made from 100% cotton upholstery velvet, which enables a sharp print effect and luxurious feel. I would suggest always buying and placing cushions in pairs as this will always give an instant impact. www.rockingpony.co.uk

Elaine Cunningham has just launched her new Elaine Cunningham Home Store in Chapel Street Liverpool, and if her Aigburth Road store is anything to go by it is an Aladdin’s Cave for anyone looking to re-decorate. The wallpaper ranges on offer are so vast, Romo, Osborne & Little, Cole & Son, Zoffany, NoNo, Designers Guild, Harlequin, and Nina Campbell are just a few of the ranges Elaine stocks. So a real range of options including the most up to date trends with ‘Graphic Flock’ designs to ‘Modern Neutrals’ and some more classic designs from Morris & Co and Sanderson. Paints and Fabric ranges compliment the looks and what’s more if you are really stuck you can book a design consultation with an interior designer, where a home visit will help you narrow down the searches. www.elainecunninghaminteriors.com

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1. Marcel Wanders Suzanna wallpaper, amethyst/gold, Rapid Home Direct, £22.99/roll. 2. Eliza mirror, John Lewis, £100. 3. Rococo photo frame, Marks and Spencer, £19.50. 4. Crystal gold leaf pendant, B&Q, £155. 5. Fenn pleated shade, Laura Ashley, £42. 6. Stirling leather chair, John Lewis, £999. 7. Mini pearl photo frame, Monsoon, £5. 8. Gilpin grape cushion, Elaine Cunningham Interiors, £115. 9. Henry cushion, Laura Ashley, £35. Stockists: Lauraashley.com, marksandspencer, monsoon.co.uk, johnlewis.com, diy.com, rapidhomedirect.com, elainecunninghaminteriors.com

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

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Craft fair

Harpist, Rebecca Sharp

Liverpool Cricket Club will host the best of the city’s vibrant arts and crafts scene this month. More than 30 artists and designers will come together to offer a selection of jewellery, ceramics, photography and garden ornaments. There will also be a tempting offer of handmade cards, paintings, textiles and handmade clocks. Harpist Rebecca Sharp will perform live at the event, which takes place between 11am and 4pm on Sunday 5 September. Entrance is £1 for adults and free for children. For more information visit www.craftanddesignliverpool.co.uk

China Pavilion Shanghai Expo

Hugo Boss Black

In the black Hugo Boss has opened their flagship Boss Black store in Liverpool One. The store has arrived in the covered arcade at Peter’s Lane. Estate director Chris Bliss said: “Boss Black is a very powerful addition to Peter’s Lane and the wider Liverpool One offer. The quality and style of their clothing and accessories complements the existing brands and we’re confident the store will be a very popular addition to the area.”

Shanghai Expo in focus

e chanc Liverpool is the only UK city with its own

Images from the Shanghai World Expo have gone on display in Liverpool. The special photographic exhibition showcasing the highlights of the opening ceremony has arrived at St George’s Hall following displays in Manchester and Edinburgh. 48 Your Move

pavilion at the event, which has attracted over 356,000 visitors. The free exhibition, which has been organised by the Chinese Embassy, will be on display in the Grand Jury Room until 27 September.

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Upside Down, Wrong Way Round

9 – 11 September Unity Theatre --See the theatre as never before as you are led through a series of film-noir inspired performances and installations in this innovative physical experience celebrating 30 years of Unity Theatre. See www.unitytheatreliverpool.co.uk for tickets.

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Rhod Gilbert & The Cat That Looked Like Nicholas Lyndhurst Recently featured as Your Move’s Talent in the City, the Welsh comedian brings his unusually titled stand-up show to the Liverpool Philharmonic on Saturday 11 September. The Perrier-nominated stand-up, renowned for his surrealist rants, is a comedy panel show regular and the face of Welsh tourism. For tickets, from £20, visit www.liverpoolphil.com

Simón Bolívar Quartet The Simón Bolívar Quartet is the latest world-class ensemble to emerge from El Sistema, the revolutionary social program that’s turned Venezuelan slum children into some of the most electrifying classical musicians in the world today. The programme includes Beethoven’s ‘Grosse Fuge’ and Tiento No.5 by Spanish composer Rodolfo Halffter. Tickets cost £20. For more information see www.stgeorgesliverpool.co.uk

Brick Up: The Wirral Strikes Back

7 – 18 September Liverpool Empire --The co-writer of ‘Brick Up The Mersey Tunnels’ is back with a comedy set where the Mersey tunnels have been bricked up and the Runcorn bridge blown up, leaving the Wirral stranded and isolated. Visit www.liverpoolempire.org.uk for tickets.

The Isla Gladstones Masquerade Ball

11 September, from 7pm Stanley Park --The Conservatory hosts its first masquerade ball featuring live entertainment from The Classique Band and a disco. The evening includes a three course meal. For more information telephone the Isla Gladstone Conservatory on 0151 263 0363.

Nu Northern Soul

5 September, 4pm The Shipping Forecast --Expect the unexpected in soul and funk at this free afternoon event with Phat Phil Cooper DJ, featuring everything from African to Latin, soul to jazz, folk to funk, country to western and plenty more besides. See more at www.theshippingforecastliverpool .com

Phoenix Dance Theatre: Declarations

15 – 16 September Liverpool Playhouse --Internationally renowned dance company Phoenix Dance Theatre open their new tour at Liverpool Playhouse with this world première, featuring four unique pieces of dance. Showings begin at 7.30pm. For tickets telephone the box office on 0151 709 4776.

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1. Caramel chelsea boot, £135, Dune. 2. Holly boot, £195, Deisel at the Metquarter. 3. Frankie boot, £195, Deisel at the Metquarter. 4. Sharman zip boot, £135, French Connection. 5. Nevis Boot, £320, Kurt Geiger. 6. Bredo boot, £189, Hugo Boss.

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1. Cissy wedge ankle boot, £44.99, Schuh. 2. Arches ankle boots, £239, Hobbs. 3. Scandal boot, £180, Kurt Geiger. 4. Red heeled hikers, £69, River Island. 5. Leather ankle boot, £65, Marks and Spencer. 6. Wentworth boot, £180, Kurt Geiger.

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“it’s important to encourage people who haven’t thought about selling at auction to consider the benefits”

LUCY OLIVER HAS LUNCH WITH.... auctioneer at Merseyside Property Auctions, Kate Lay

oSt on Hope Street has become a wellestablished venue for Pan Asian cuisine expertly prepared, under the expertise of the Manning brothers behind 60 Hope Street and The Quarter, and auctioneer Kate Lay and I meet to enjoy the newly launched Bento Boxes for lunch. Property auctions have enjoyed something of a renewed lease of life in recent years, with more and more vendors finding a reputable auction company a real asset

Wales, although so far the company has held its auctions in Liverpool. “Our mailing list shows that we have about 20 people signing up to register every day, and while people will travel to an auction for a property they want, we also have a telephone and proxy facility for all interested parties. We’re a small team, and that means I can ensure that we’re a very competitively priced auction house, with the lowest rates in the city and a very personal

“The salt and pepper squid, presented in a paper cone fashioned from an authentic Eastern newspaper, tastes as fantastic as its presentation” when selling their property. Kate Lay set up Merseyside Property Auctions, MPA, two years ago to work on an expanding market. The last auction, held at the end of June, saw 68 per cent of the lots sold. Says Kate, “That’s eight per cent above the national average, so I’m pleased with it. There are a number of bigger clients now using auctions due to repossessions and receiverships finding their way onto the market, and while there are more properties coming available demand is also increasing. I think that Liverpool hasn’t been affected by falling prices in the same way that some places have.” Merseyside Property Auctions takes on property across the north-west, including North

service. If I take the initial call, I’ll value the property, undertake viewings and work with the client through the entire process. It means that I can give a client better feedback, and provides a better standard of service. It’s also interesting for me, as I enjoy working on all sides of the business.” For hardworking Kate, who spent her early twenties working her way up the career ladder in a city centre based chartered surveyors, working evenings in a local pub or studying for her diploma in surveying practice, the move to running her own business was something which allowed her to explore new challenges. “I felt that I‘d climbed as far as I could, and so setting up in property on

my own was something I felt confident about. Although I had to learn about running the business it was a challenge I enjoyed, and I’ve had no regrets.” For an express lunch in the central Hope Street venue, Kate and I enjoy a Bento box, choosing from selected dishes comprising meat or fish choices. The fish option comprises crabcake green curry and prawn noodle salad. The side of salt and pepper squid, presented in a paper cone fashioned from an authentic Eastern newspaper, tastes as fantastic as its presentation. While she won the Young Entrepreneur North West Women in Business Award and the Network She New Business Award aged just 27 in 2009, Kate hasn’t rested on her laurels and is sensitive to changes in the market. “We opened in a recession, and we had to work very hard to establish ourselves, and to educate vendors about the advantages of selling at auction. I

want to keep on growing and expanding MPA, and take on new properties, but it’s also important to encourage people who haven’t thought about selling at auction to consider the benefits. Many agents are happy to work jointly selling property, and an auction can be part of that process. I think clients are often surprised by the price to enter the catalogue and at our entrance fee, which is the cheapest in the city.” While Kate and I pass up the free beer served with the Bento Boxes, we enjoy a cappuccino and discuss Kate’s forthcoming trip to Portugal to celebrate her one year wedding anniversary –it’s certainly been a busy and happy couple of years. Adds Kate, “Our next auction will take place on 23 September, at Jurys Inn at Albert Dock, and we’ve found the city centre auctions to have a real buzz. There’s some very exciting lots in the catalogue already, so I anticipate a busy room.”

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To book a table at HoSt telephone 0151 708 5831 or visit www.ho-st.co.uk

To contact Merseyside Property Auctions, telephone 0151 260 9873 or visit www.mpalimited.co.uk

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WEATHER HITS THE RIGHT CHORD espite some early showers, the glorious Bank Holiday weather made for one of the most memorable Mathew Street Festivals to date. Around 320,000 music fans from far and wide flooded Liverpool’s streets to drink in the unique atmosphere of the festival. There was 80 hours of live music across seven city centre stages to enjoy, with visitor numbers comfortably surpassing those of last year. Fringe events took place across the city centre, together with a host of Beatles and other tribute acts and a flurry of original music. see more pics

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1. One of the many live acts. 2. Janette, Emma, Hayley and Kelly. 3. Maddie, Kerry, Cherie, Philip, Andrew and Angela from Wrexham. 4. The Water Street stage. 5. One of seven outdoor stages. 6. Live Aid tributes at the Tunnel stage. 7. Prys, from Aberystwyth, on his stag do with 20 other smurfs. 8. French and Yvonne from Wallasey. 9. Matthew Street regulars Mike and Jill from Prestatyn. 10. Claire and Angie from Liverpool with Yvonne (from Wirral) centre.

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