Heightened demand, furloughs, and market closure see time to sell increase by 100+ days so far in 20

Heightened demand, furloughs, and market closure see time to sell increase by 100+ days so far in 20

It's hardly a surprise given the year we've had, but the latest data and analysis from estate agent comparison site, GetAgent.co.uk, has revealed that the time it’s taking to sell a property has risen to almost unbearable levels in some parts of Britain. (Please click or tap the picture to find out more)

The firm analysed selling times between January and November in both 2019 and 2020, pulling data from all of the major portals which they then cross-reference with the Land Registry, to give a like for like comparison on the change in market conditions.
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Source: Property Reporter



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