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Fifty years of financial freedom: the law that let women buy homes without their husband’s consent
Fifty years ago, in 1975, a quiet revolution took place in Britain—one that transformed women’s financial independence and reshaped the housing market forever. Until that year, a woman in the UK could not obtain a mortgage in her own right without her husband’s permission. Lenders…
Read MoreWhitaker Seager estate agents hails A417 ‘missing link’ bypass as major boost for Birdlip property market
Award-winning estate agents Whitaker Seager have welcomed the completion of the long-awaited A417 “missing link” bypass, calling it a major step forward for Birdlip’s future. By diverting heavy traffic away from the heart of the village, the bypass delivers quieter streets, a calmer atmosphere, and an even…
Read MoreWe’ve won another award!
Whitaker Seager have just won the British Property Award for Painswick & Nailsworth, for the fourth successive year. Their team performed outstandingly throughout the extensive judging period, which focused on customer service levels. Whitaker Seager have now been shortlisted for a number of national awards…
Read MoreStroud labelled ‘the chichi place to be’ and ‘the new neighbourhood to know.’
Voted best place to live by The Sunday Times in 2021, Stroud has been labelled ‘the chichi place to be’ and ‘the new neighbourhood to know.’ In an article by Matthew Bell The Sunday Times points to an influx of household names, including Liam Gallagher, who is regularly spotted…
Read MoreLocal Estate Agent Whitaker Seager celebrate 5 Year anniversary with a generous donation
Stroud based Estate Agents, Whitaker Seager are celebrating a successful five-years in business on Saturday, 1st March 2025 by donating a generous £1,000 to local Stroud and Cirencester community organisation, The Long Table, a non-profit business dedicated to feeding change, one bite at a time.…
Read MoreElectrical Installation Condition Report: what is it and do you need one?
What is an EICR? EICR stands for Electrical Installation Condition Report. Put simply, it is a report carried out by a qualified electrician to check that a property’s electrical installations meet the required government safety standard. In carrying out a report, the electrician’s aim is…
Read MoreSelling Your Home? Here’s How to Upgrade Your Decor Ready for the Spring Market
If you’re thinking of selling your home this spring, now is the perfect time to give it a refresh and repaint. First impressions are everything, and with a few thoughtful enhancements and improvements, you can get your home market-ready in no time and impress those…
Read MoreWhitaker Seager named as one of the very best estate agents in the UK
Whitaker Seager has been identified as one of the top estate agents in the UK and now features in the Best Estate Agent Guide 2025 – the most comprehensive review UK agencies. The Best Estate Agent Guide was created to help sellers and landlords find…
Read MoreDon’t Panic! There’s Still Time to Buy Before Stamp Duty Increases
If you’re thinking about buying a property but are worried there’s not enough time before the stamp duty rate increases next year, fear not! Now is the perfect time to buy. Find out more… There’s no time like the present to start your property buying…
Read MoreYOUR PUB NEEDS YOU! Whitaker Seager Backs Community Bid to Save Chalford Village Inn
Pubs have been an integral part of British life for centuries, bringing communities together and providing a welcoming watering hole for generations of families. Local pubs are at the heart of community life – a place to eat, drink and forge new friendships. When Whitaker…
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