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Hot off the press LIVERPOOL’S LATEST NEWS
Starter homes from £56,760 at The Deck First time buyers struggling to get on the property ladder are getting a helping hand from Taylor Wimpey at The Deck in Runcorn where properties are now available from just £56,760 when bought under the FirstBuy scheme. Those currently stuck in rented accommodation may now find it is cheaper to buy, with mortgage repayments as low as £231 per month. And with only a 5% deposit required, buyers could secure their dream home with a deposit of just £3,548. FirstBuy works through a joint loan of 20% from the Homes and Communities Agency (HCA) and Taylor Wimpey, which means that
eligible purchasers only need to pay a 5% deposit and obtain a 75% loan-to-value mortgage. The loan is repayable at the end of the mortgage term or when the property is sold. To be eligible, purchasers must be first time buyers and the total household earning should be less than £60,000. David Hnyda, regional sales manager for Taylor Wimpey North West, says: “We’re delighted to be able offer FirstBuy on apartments at The Deck, making them incredible value for money and putting the dream of home ownership within the reach of so many more local buyers. Apartments here have proved extremely popular due to the development’s striking design, enviable waterfront location and
close proximity to Runcorn. “In fact, we are now down to the last 11 properties in this phase so we would urge anyone interested to visit sooner rather than later to avoid disappointment.” The Deck is a collection of modern one and two bedroom apartments, all with parking, designed as if moored on the quayside of the River Mersey. For further information, visit the marketing suite on
Elaine Cunningham scoops award Elaine Cunningham Interiors is celebrating after scooping a top business award.
Elaine Cunningham
The interior design company took home the Best Lifestyle Award at the Liverpool Business Awards, a well known annual event organised by Downtown Liverpool. The awards, which took place in the plush surroundings of the Palm House in Sefton Park, saw Elaine and her team top the category, which also included Formby Hall,
Voodou, Man About Town, Mark Melia Fashions and Ollie & Darsh. Elaine Cunningham said: “I was completely shocked to be named the winner but we are thrilled. In these tough economic times it is fantastic to be recognised. We are all really pleased.” Elaine Cunningham Interiors offers a comprehensive interior design service from consultation to conception with all the finishing touches in between. For more information visit www.elainecunningham interiors.com.
Mersey Road, open Thursday to Monday from 11am until 5.30pm or call 0845 071 8713. Alternatively, log on to www.taylorwimpey.co.uk/newho mes/North+West/The+Deck
The Deck
PAUL CROWLEY OPEN DAY Liverpool law firm Paul Crowley & Co Solicitors is hosting an open day to celebrate the refurbishment of its County Road office. The event, on August 11, will feature free refreshments, children’s face painting and a visit from Mickey and Minnie Mouse. There’ll also be free legal clinics running throughout the day for all areas of law. The open day takes place between 10am and 3pm at the Paul Crowley & Co office, 86 County Road, Walton and all are welcome.
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