Bruce Banner Posted May 12, 2020 Share Posted May 12, 2020 (edited) "Buyers given go-ahead to view properties", says the Times. So, we can have complete strangers in our houses, possibly estate agents too, but we can't have our own family. What a way to run a country . God I hate this government. Edited May 12, 2020 by Bruce Banner Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burbujista Posted May 12, 2020 Share Posted May 12, 2020 1 minute ago, Bruce Banner said: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/blogs-the-papers-52642182 "Buyers given go-ahead to view properties", says the Telegraph. So, we can have complete strangers in our houses, possibly estate agents too, but we can't have our own family. What a way to run a country . God I hate this government. The donors of the Tory party made some calls and got what they wanted. Nothing else to add. F*** your health, just make me profitable again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longgone Posted May 12, 2020 Share Posted May 12, 2020 good for price discovery also it potentially gets rid of the lowest common denominator share the covid house hunters then take it back to you boomers then upgrade to a nicer home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce Banner Posted May 12, 2020 Author Share Posted May 12, 2020 Come to think of it we can visit the kids now.... just make an appointment to view their houses . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longgone Posted May 12, 2020 Share Posted May 12, 2020 3 minutes ago, Bruce Banner said: Come to think of it we can visit the kids now.... just make an appointment to view their houses . LoL at least one viewing then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orb Posted May 12, 2020 Share Posted May 12, 2020 Ha ha. EA's will be reporting "record high viewings", but "record low offers". An entertaining mindfook for EAs and VIs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warlord Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 Does The Times have a property section highlighting the many 'sound' investments available? ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
highcontrast Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52640696 Coronavirus: England housing market is released from lockdown Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
user not found Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 As a FTB who is ready to go at a moment's notice I'm keen to see what happens to prices. I think the distressed sellers will be evident by their realistic prices! Or of course there could be kite-flying galore. Popcorn at the ready. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patfig Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 The calm before the storm here comes the second wave, unless of course you " stay alert " ??? WTF could possibly go wrong! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saving For a Space Ship Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 25 minutes ago, highcontrast said: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52640696 Coronavirus: England housing market is released from lockdown Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spaniard Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 2 minutes ago, Patfig said: The calm before the storm here comes the second wave, unless of course you " stay alert " ??? We need online tutorials from the BoE on How to Remain Vigilant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smiley George Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 Buyer - “Hi bank, I want to buy a house, can I have a mortgage”? Bank - “Are you on furlough”? Buyer - “Yes” Bank - “No” Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
“Nasty Piece of work” Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 The return of the “industry” that is statistically correct as Hancock’s numbers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Si1 Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 8 hours ago, Bruce Banner said: "Buyers given go-ahead to view properties", says the Times. So, we can have complete strangers in our houses, possibly estate agents too, but we can't have our own family. What a way to run a country . God I hate this government. Dude, you sound like an alt right Trump supporter. The amount of contact that would happen with some house viewings is small compared with seeing family, there'd be a lot less of it. And some people really do need to sort out a roof over their heads. Which is actually more important than hugging granny, although I know it doesn't feel like it. It's messy and imperfect and certainly stuff I could argue over and disagree with the details too. But it's not a conspiracy or ploy to confuse. The govt are wrestling a many headed monster, we have to give them some credit for that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crumblingcon Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 Great!! Lets get this show moving, those that play their part in upholding property market rhetoric and refuse to admit it's in trouble from here on will now have to answer the charges. I just cannot wait for a month or two and those indicies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crumblingcon Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 44 minutes ago, Smiley George said: Buyer - “Hi bank, I want to buy a house, can I have a mortgage”? Bank - “Are you on furlough”? Buyer - “Yes” Bank - “No” or Buyer - “Hi bank, I want to buy a house, can I have a mortgage”? Bank- "Are you going to ask for a 25% plus discount on peak prices" Buyer- No Bank- No as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patfig Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 Will we get a dead cat bounce? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dougless Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 5 minutes ago, Patfig said: Will we get a dead cat bounce? How many times can a dead cat bounce? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patfig Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 I duuno how many times can a dead cat bounce? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
satsuma Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 It shows how dependent the economy is on house purchase (that they chose to open this now). That said it’s good for those who think prices are too high as the process has started. There is a very negative sentiment about plus people on Furlough in actual financial trouble. It really will depend on how many come on the market and how many can raise finances. It’s possible the veracious appetite for houses will soak it all up but I highly doubt it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
user not found Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 4 minutes ago, dougless said: How many times can a dead cat bounce? I think the dead cat is now going to be run over by steam roller ... marching band etc .... as per Naked Gun movie ha ha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce Banner Posted May 13, 2020 Author Share Posted May 13, 2020 58 minutes ago, Si1 said: Dude, you sound like an alt right Trump supporter. The amount of contact that would happen with some house viewings is small compared with seeing family, there'd be a lot less of it. And some people really do need to sort out a roof over their heads. Which is actually more important than hugging granny, although I know it doesn't feel like it. It's messy and imperfect and certainly stuff I could argue over and disagree with the details too. But it's not a conspiracy or ploy to confuse. The govt are wrestling a many headed monster, we have to give them some credit for that. Only six weeks to go and they're home and dry . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Si1 Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 1 minute ago, Bruce Banner said: Only six weeks to go and they're home and dry . In what way? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
regprentice Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 Hancock on R4 this morning struggling to justify allowing estate agents, hairdressers etc in to your home but not family. I d imagine because it's done on commercial terms, ie its someone providing a service for money, you've a fair expectation that it will be conducted in line with govt guidelines. That said, I've yet to see these govt guidelines for businesses to see if they even make sense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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