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How Much Are Estate Agent Fees in the UK

How Much Are Estate Agent Fees in the UK?

When selling a property, there are several fees to consider. Estate agent fees in the UK can be one of the largest costs when selling a property. Fees vary depending on location, service level and the agreement you have with your estate agent.So, if you are wondering “how much are estate agent fees”, most UK estate agents charge around 1% to 1.5%+VAT for sole agency agreements, although some estate...

Curlett Jones Estates at Sefton Pride Parade

🌈 Celebrating Pride in Sefton: Why Supporting Our Community Matters More Than Ever

At Curlett Jones, we’ve always believed that a thriving community is built on inclusion, respect, and the freedom for every person to live authentically. That’s why we’re incredibly proud to be a founding sponsor of Sefton Pride — and even prouder to be sponsoring the event again this month. Sefton Pride has quickly become one of the region’s most joyful, colourful, and meaningful...

Sell your house at an auction in Liverpool and Southport

Sell My Home at Auction in Liverpool and Southport

Sell Your Home at Auction in Liverpool & Southport​​ Estate agents are reporting an increased number of vendors searching “sell my home at auction”.  More homeowners are looking for quicker and more secure ways to sell their property, saving on traditional estate agency fees and longer completion times. With standard agency sales, typical timescales are usually between eight and 16 weeks,...

Instant Home Valuation

How Much Is My House Worth? Our Instant Valuation Tool Can Tell You in Seconds

How Much Is My House Worth? What Is My House Worth Right Now?​ It’s a question on every homeowner’s lips. But how do we define home value and which factors impact the valuation outcome?Property value indicates the current market worth of the property, usually an estimation given by estate agents or surveyors. Various types of property hold value, whether that be a commercial premises,...

Spring Property Market Update: Easter Opportunities in Liverpool, Southport & Newcastle

Spring is one of the most exciting times of the year in the property market, and Easter often marks the beginning of a busy period for buyers, sellers, and landlords alike. Longer days, blooming gardens, and warmer weather make properties look their best, while families and investors alike are motivated to act. At Curlett Jones Estates, we see the spring surge across our key areas of Liverpool,...

A Strong Start to 2026: What January Tells Us About the Property Market

January has delivered a strong and encouraging start to the property market in 2026, setting a confident tone for the months ahead. After the festive period, it’s normal to see a slower return to activity, but this year we’ve seen a noticeably early resurgence in buyer interest, with enquiry levels, viewing requests, and agreed sales all exceeding expectations. This momentum is a positive...

Homes for sale

Homes for Sale Across the Golfing Capital of the Northwest

In the summer of 2026, the eyes of the sporting world will once again turn to the Northwest of England as Royal Birkdale hosts The Open Championship. For golf fans, it is one of the most anticipated events on the global sporting calendar. For homeowners, buyers and investors across the region, it represents something else entirely: a moment of international focus that few places ever experience. From...

Curlett Jones Estates Wins Bronze – Regional Estate Agent of the Year 2025 (North West, Merseyside)

We are delighted to share some exciting news… Curlett Jones Estates has been awarded the Bronze Award for Regional Estate Agent of the Year 2025 in the North West (Merseyside)! This recognition is a huge milestone for our team and a testament to the hard work, dedication, and passion we bring to the property industry every single day. From helping families find their dream homes to supporting...

Curlett Jones Estates Raises £1,300 for The Whitechapel Centre in Liverpool Charity Bike Fundraiser

Curlett Jones Estates is proud to announce the successful completion of our Bike for Whitechapel charity fundraiser, raising an incredible £1,300 for The Whitechapel Centre, a leading Liverpool charity supporting people experiencing homelessness and those struggling to live independently. The fundraiser took place at our Waterloo office, where our team came together to cycle the equivalent distance...

Powering property market

Why Ormskirk’s Food Reputation Is Quietly Powering Its Property Market

When The Times recently highlighted Ormskirk as one of the Northwest’s leading food destinations, most locals simply nodded in agreement and many now know it’s quietly powering its property market. For those who live here, the town’s reputation has been building for years. But beyond West Lancashire, that recognition landed differently. It marked a moment when Ormskirk stepped onto a much bigger...