Archive for July, 2009

Winkworth Go Green with Gocycle®

July 29th, 2009

Winkworth estate agents across the Capital are ditching their cars in favour of Gocycle – the world’s lightest production electric bicycle. This is our unique way of doing our bit for the environment. These fantastic bikes can reach speeds of up to 15 miles per hour and our new bikes are proving to be a huge talking point on the streets and in the press…

Posted in Franchising, UK Press Releases, Winkworth Office News

Dominic Agace, Managing Director of Winkworth Estate Agents, comments on Today’s CML Figures

July 20th, 2009

According to the Council of Mortgage Lenders, mortgage lending has risen to its highest level in six months. Lending rose by 17% during June to around £12.3bn thanks to a seasonal increase in buying activity.

Dominic Agace, Managing Director of Winkworth, comments on the announcement…

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New Brighton Eco-Friendly Apartments Save 15.4 Tonnes of CO2 Emissions Each Year

July 15th, 2009

Winkworth are the selling agents of a new prestigious development, Ocean Heights, which will save 15.4 tonnes of carbon emissions each year thanks to an innovative form of green energy heating. As part of its Green Britain Day, EDF have fixed green Union Jack flags to the development, which is due for completion in September/October. Read on for more information about this luxury development and its environmentally-friendly credentials.

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55 The Bromptons: Value per Square Metre in Prime London Location

July 1st, 2009

A maisonette in the new-build section of the exclusive Bromptons is on the market with Winkworth.

There are few comparables in the prime London property market, both Knightsbridge, Chelsea and Belgravia, with only two four bedroom flats on the market in SW3, (Prime Location 24.06.09), for under £4.5m. This luxury maisonette is on the market for £3.15m.

The property offers excellent value for money cost per square metre and has also proven to be an excellent rental investment. Crucially, the property boasts an underground parking space – a rarity in London!

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