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This month's property auction saw 234 bids for a former youth hostel in the South – with the hammer coming down on £600,000.

The building in East Dean Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, was among 168 lots listed by Clive Emson Auctioneers across southern England in the firm’s May auction (lot 77).

More than £22m was raised for clients in the auction, the third of eight this year.

Clive Emson Auctioneers’ next auction concludes on June 12, with bidding live from June 10. Lot entries close 19 May, with the catalogue live from 22 May.

James Emson, Managing Director, said: “We were instructed by

Four houses needing improvement in Essex have been sold at auction on 1st May.

They were among is among 168 lots in the latest auction held by one of the top five property auctioneers in the UK, Clive Emson Land and Property Auctioneers.

A bidding war erupted over an extended end-terrace house needing improvement in Purfleet-on-Thames before it was sold. 

Three-bedroom 51 Joslin Road offered jointly with Northwood, finally went under the gavel at £353,000.

Regional Director & Auctioneer Paul Bridgeman said: “This one really took off and sustained bidding took the sale price to £113,000 above the

The hammer falls, the room (virtual or real) erupts in a brief flurry of activity, and just like that, you've won! Buying property at auction is undeniably exciting. Whether you've snagged a potential bargain, a unique renovation project, or a solid investment property listed through a comprehensive directory like UK Auction List, the immediate feeling is often one of triumph. Understanding what UK Auction List offers members, such as access to nationwide listings and auctioneer details, provides a helpful starting point for leveraging such platforms effectively.

But once the initial

The Auction Win Hangover: When Boundary Lines Get Blurry

You’ve done it. You navigated the catalogue, viewed the property, maybe even faced some tense bidding, and finally, the hammer fell – the auction property is yours! It's an exhilarating moment. But imagine, just weeks later, the bubble bursts. A letter arrives from your new neighbour's solicitor, claiming that the fence dividing your gardens encroaches three feet onto their land. Suddenly, the thrill of winning the auction evaporates, replaced by a sinking feeling of a potentially long, stressful, and expensive dispute.

Unfortunately

The buzz of a property auction room, whether virtual or physical, is undeniable. It’s a place where dreams of nabbing a bargain, finding a unique renovation project, or securing a solid investment can become reality in the drop of a gavel. Properties listed on platforms like UK Auction List, which serves as a comprehensive directory for auction properties across the nation, often present exciting opportunities, perhaps even below typical market rates. But alongside the potential rewards, the auction world demands sharp eyes and thorough preparation, especially regarding the legal nuances

Entering retirement is a significant life milestone, often accompanied by thoughts of finding the perfect home for this new chapter. Perhaps it involves downsizing from a larger family house, seeking a property with easier maintenance, finding somewhere with better accessibility, or moving closer to loved ones or essential amenities. It’s a time when comfort, security, and peace of mind are usually top priorities.

The process of Buying Retirement Homes typically involves careful planning and consideration. So, can the fast-paced, high-stakes world of property auctions fit into this picture

Acquiring land for development at auction opens up a world of opportunity for those with an eye for potential and a strategic approach. This comprehensive guide provides practical steps, personal insights, and proven strategies to navigate the bidding process confidently and effectively while keeping the content educational and free from legal advice.

Imagine standing on a plot of land with endless development possibilities—a blank canvas ready to transform into a commercial complex, a residential community, or a mixed-use development. The excitement is palpable, but thorough preparation is

Picture this: owning that charming coastal cottage, a cosy log cabin nestled in the hills, or a chic apartment in a historic city. Imagine it not only as your personal escape hatch but also as a hardworking asset, generating income while you're not using it. This appealing blend of lifestyle and potential profit is the driving force behind the growing interest in Investing in Holiday Homes.

But let's be clear from the outset. When we talk about investing, we mean treating these holiday homes primarily as a business venture designed to generate rental income through short-term lets, rather than

Take a drive through almost any town or city in the UK, and you'll likely see them – those familiar rows of often sturdy-looking terraced or semi-detached houses, frequently sporting decent gardens. Many started life as council houses, built by local authorities to provide affordable, quality housing for working families, especially during the post-war building booms. Fast forward to today, and thanks largely to policies like the 'Right to Buy' scheme introduced in the 1980s, a huge number of these properties are now in private hands.

These former council houses represent a significant and

Scrolling through auction listings, maybe on a site like UK Auction List, you spot it: a flat in a decent area, guide price looking surprisingly low. Tempting, right? But then you see that little word: "Leasehold". Suddenly, the prospect of buying a leasehold property feels a bit more complicated than buying a standard freehold house. And you’d be right to pause and think.

In the UK, many flats and apartments fall under the category of Leasehold Properties. Unlike freehold, where you own the building and the land it sits on forever, leasehold means you own the right to occupy the property for