Property valuations mark the start of your home-selling journey. Discover how to prepare your home, present it effectively, and ask the right questions to maximise your property’s market value.

At first glance, that number stands out. More homes. More choice. But that's only half the story. Although the number of properties for sale locally has increased significantly since 2022, the number of homes selling has also increased.

Should you haggle with the agent over their fees? Is it true that if they can't negotiate well with you, they won't be any good when you get an offer? Or does it start the relationship off on the back foot?

For many local Bolton homeowners, the jump from a 2-bedroom to a 3-bedroom home marks a major life milestone — a growing family, the need for a home office, or simply the desire for more space. But how much does that next bedroom really cost?