It’s a great time to sell your home, according to local estate agency Shipways in Hagley which has seen increased demand from buyers since the start of the New Year.

As part of its national network Sequence, Shipways has recently recorded nine buyers for each new property coming onto the market.*

There is also a sense of urgency from buy-to-let investors looking to buy now and beat the stamp duty tax surcharge which comes into effect from April.

Demand for properties continues to outweigh supply and Shipways suggests sellers should place their homes on the market now and take advantage of the heightened competition for properties: “The new year is typically a time when people start making plans for the future which can include looking for a new home plus, with the pending buy-to-let stamp duty changes coming in soon, this has certainly added to the boost in recent buyer activity,” says Simon White, Branch Manager at Shipways. “It most definitely is a seller’s market right now and I would urge anyone looking to move to get their property on the market while there is heightened buyer interest and ahead of the usual spring rush,” continues Simon White. “We’re the experts at selling houses so do get in touch to see how we can assist with your property needs and reach the best price for your home.”