Sales

Given the current market conditions, downsizing is becoming more popular. The cost of living crisis has meant people are looking for ways to free up money, and the backlash of covid (sorry to mention it) has meant people are switching up bigger houses and double garages for more holidays, more time outside, and maybe a new hobby or two. Whilst the decision to downsize can be a difficult one, there are...

This April (2022) sees us celebrate the 30th anniversary of Richard James, after opening our doors in Wroughton back in 1992. Since then, we’ve been fortunate enough to help clients of multiple generations find their dream homes and have expanded across 8 offices that cover Wiltshire, Oxfordshire and Gloucestershire. As well as Sales, we are also home to Richard James Lettings, Land & New Homes,...

If you're thinking about buying a property, you've probably come across the terms 'Leasehold' and 'Freehold' along the way, but do you know what they actually mean? It is important that you have key information early in the process, so you can decide if a home is right for you. With that being said, we will be talking you through how leasehold and freehold properties differ and we will also touch on...

Richard James Estate Agents started on the outskirts of Swindon in our first office on the High Street in Wroughton. We have since grown to have our very own HQ as well as 8 bustling offices which cover Swindon's popular Old Town, West, North, Stratton and the eastern fringes, Highworth, Royal Wootton Bassett and Faringdon. We also have an office specialising in Apartments & Investments,...

Buyers often look at pictures, videos and floor plans of a property that they like the look of, as the first step in their property search. With this in mind, many of our sellers ask us to organise professional photography and videography of their home - which we know works, with over 20 years of experience behind...

With our Sales and Lettings businesses under one roof, we regularly hear from investors looking to invest in properties that they will later rent out using our property management service. That coupled with the abundance of apartments in Swindon, which in our opinion are ideal buy-to-let investments, means we often get asked the same questions regarding the local area, the current market and other...

It’s time to sell your home. But don’t let it make you feel anxious or fuzzy-headed – we’ve got you covered. We’ve been in this game for a long time now, over 20 years to be exact, and we know what works. First up, you’ll need to clean your home and stage your personal spaces so they shine. This bit is key because first impressions really do count. Once you’ve cleaned your property and...

When it comes to truly understanding the values of apartment living, our local property experts have the experience and expertise to assist you. So much so, we've formed a dedicated team to solely focus on the sale of apartments in Swindon and the surrounding area's. From left: Ellis-Rose Wigley, Ellis Smith, Bethany Powell and Hugo...

July is fast approaching and the sunshine is shining, which can only mean one thing - British Summertime is here! With that being said, we thought we'd put together 5 reasons why you should move house this season... 1. Improved weather conditions Typically, the weather conditions in the wintertime can make moving a little tricky, with snow, sleet, frost and ice. However,...

Sprucing up your home is something that can be very beneficial before you come to sell it, which is why we've put together a list of 8 simple ideas for you to try. Lick of paint First things first, and maybe the most effective tip of ours, would be to refresh any paintwork in your home. Refreshing the paintwork in your home is a quick and easy way of tidying up any scuff...