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Sep 19, 2025

Guide Price vs Asking Price Explained

When browsing property listings with an estate agent, you’ll often see terms like asking price or guide price. While they may seem similar, they play very different roles in the buying and selling pro

Aug 21, 2025

Swakeleys Estates Wins Gold Award for Best Estate Agent 2025/26

We are happy to share that Swakeleys Estates has been awarded the Gold Award for Lettings in the Best Estate Agent Guide 2026, presented at this year’s EA Masters, the most prestigious event in the UK

Jul 23, 2025

Independent vs High Street Estate Agents: Why Going Local Makes All The Difference

Landlords and sellers today have more choice than ever when it comes to choosing an estate agent. While high street names may offer wide exposure and slick branding, it’s the independent agents who of

Jun 27, 2025

A Guide for First-Time Buyers

Buying your first home is an exciting milestone, but it can feel like a maze without the right guidance. At Swakeleys Estates, we specialise in helping first-time buyers navigate the property market w

May 2, 2025

Worried Your Estate Agent Has Overvalued Your Property?

Why Overvaluation Can Be a Costly Mistake In a competitive property market, it's not uncommon for homeowners to receive multiple valuations from different estate agents, and sometimes those numbers

Apr 7, 2025

8 Tips For Selling Your Home In Spring 2025

Spring is one of the best times to sell a home. With longer days, warmer weather, and gardens in full bloom, properties naturally look more appealing. If you’re thinking about putting your home for sa

Feb 3, 2025

The 20 Most Expensive Streets In Ickenham

Ickenham is one of West London’s most desirable areas, offering a perfect blend of suburban tranquillity and excellent connectivity. Nestled between Ruislip, Uxbridge, and Harefield, this charming vil