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We're thrilled to announce that the Galloways team has hi...

14/03/24

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How we handle the Three D’s – Death, Divorce & Debt

07/04/23

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Are you thinking it’s time for a change?

27/03/23

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Galloways are looking to expand our team

24/03/23

Galloways are looking for an energetic, positive-minded salesperson with a will to learn and adapt to doing business the Galloways way. We are curr...

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A Picture paints a thousand words

21/03/23

Imagine you hired a professional photographer to come and capture on film a special event you were holding and he or she turns up with a smartphone...

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A Moving Experience Our Checklist

01/03/23

A Moving Experience – Our Checklist

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New Year, new you, new home?

13/01/23

Happy New Year! As we welcomed in 2022 many of us turned our minds to our resolutions and how we will start changing our lives for the better.

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LESS IS MORE SO KILL THE CLUTTER

01/11/21

Good solid advice for homeowners and landlords.

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How Available is Your Estate Agent?

01/09/21

One thing the team here at Galloways has in common is that weve all bought and sold homes in the past.

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6 Tips for a sizzling summer sale

09/08/21

Don’t rely purely on sunshine and a ‘nice weather’ feel good factor to sell your home this summer. At Galloways we’ve come up with six super summer...

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Make your little ones part of the big move

02/08/21

When you are moving home there’s lots to consider. Choosing the best agent is vital.

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Chain reaction: take the stress out of buying and selling

01/07/21

I was recently asked what was the biggest property chain I’ve found myself working in?

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Could you imagine Ant without Dec?

24/06/21

Could you imagine Ant without Dec? Sometimes when you add two things together you get a winning combination.

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Small Details - BIG picture

18/06/21

We had an interesting conversation in our office recently which highlighted just why we believe in getting property in good order before putting it...

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How we handle the Three D's, Death, Divorce & Debt

03/05/21

What do you think of when you imagine an estate agent? Sharp suits, shiny pointy shoes and cheesy patter? Or is a slick bordering on smarmy a...

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In the Dog’s House – All £20,000 of it

01/04/21

We're a nation of animal lovers. Whether it's cats, parrots, hamsters, bearded dragons or dogs, most people have a place in their hearts for pets.

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7 things to look for when choosing an estate agent

01/03/21

So you are thinking about selling your property. What next?

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Questions to Ask an Estate Agent

01/02/21

We received a call recently from a retired gentleman who had lived in the same house for more than 40 years.

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It was like a pig sty

20/01/21

The headline for this blog isn’t an announcement that we’ve moved into selling farms or rural properties.

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SHOWER POWER VS BATHTUB BLISS

13/12/20

Shower power versus bathtub bliss Imagine a world without baths – it’s easy if you try. (Wasn’t that a John Lennon lyric?)

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TOP TIPS FOR SELLING

13/11/20

Five top tips on getting your property ready to sell for a great price Once you’ve chosen an agent you are comfortable with and confident in, it...

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Don’t be haunted by ghost gazumping!

27/10/20

Over the years estate agents have received a lot of criticism for unscrupulous practices.

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A recipe for success: smarten up your kitchen

01/10/20

It’s not just the likes of Gordon Ramsay, Nigella Lawson and Jamie Oliver who love spending time in the kitchen.

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When cheap isn’t very cheerful

02/07/20

Don't choose an estate agent just on fees

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Choose a legal Eagle not a Turkey

01/07/20

This can be the difference between a stress free sale or not.

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HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT ESTATE AGENT

01/04/20

Some simple tips, to help you get it right first time.

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The Popular Elm Wood School Summer Fair

09/07/19

Galloways are proud to support our local community. Make sure you get along to the Elm Wood Primary School Summer Fair this weekend.

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Property Porn - Are you an addict?

12/11/18

I read an article recently which claimed a large chunk of the UK's population are addicts. Porn addicts no less- actually to be precise- propert...

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Free Coffee for the people of West Norwood

24/04/18

FREE FREE FREE!!!!! Come and visit us for your free Cappuccino. Simply pop in to Mr Francatelli at 280 Norwood Road West Norwood SE27 9AJ and li...

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Leasehold Scandal a Ticking Timebomb

19/12/16

When you see the word scandal you night think of the shenanigans at FIFA, or the greedy MP expenses row, maybe even a Big Brother / Strictly Come D...

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Feng Shui your way to a better property sale

11/11/16

At Galloways we look at every possible way of ensuring that every home we are marketing has the best possible chance of being sold for the highest ...

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Tried and Tested

19/10/16

WHY 95% OF HOME OWNERS STILL USE TRIED AND TESTED ESTATE AGENTS, GALLOWAYS

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Galloways Sponsor Elmwood School Fair

24/06/16

Elmwood School summer fair is sponsored by Galloways. This year the fair is circus themed. The fair will take place on the 2nd July 2016.

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WEST NORWOOD FIRE STATION IS COMING TO MARKET TO RENT

08/04/16

THE WAIT IS NEARLY OVER. A grade II listed fire station, converted into 12 brand newly renovated apartments. Viewings commence from Monday 18th Apr...

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WELCOME TO OUR NEW BLOG

14/03/16

WELCOME TO OUR NEW WEEKLY BLOG. Interesting property news, helpful tips and much much more.

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GALLOWAYS ARRIVE IN PENGE

12/01/16

Galloways Penge is now open.

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GALLOWAYS SUPPORT THE LOCAL COMMUNITY

09/06/15

Galloways have sponsored Elm Wood School Summer Festival.

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FINALLY WEST NORWOOD HAS A CINEMA COMING SOON.

03/01/15

A new cinema in West Norwood moved a step closer as contracts were exchanged between Picturehouse Cinemas Ltd and Lambeth Council.

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Stamp Duty Tax Has Changed.

18/12/14

From midnight on 3rd December 2014, the new rates of stamp duty will only apply to the amount of the purchase price that falls within the particula...

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First time buyers are having more luck accessing the prop...

15/08/13

Research from Halifax has revealed that during the first six months of 2013 there has been a 19% increase in the number of first time buyers gettin...

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