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From Bedford to Vauxhall: What Bedfordshire buyers need to know about London’s regeneration hotspot

Bedford has fast trains to London, but Vauxhall has the regeneration story. Here's how the numbers compare for Bedfordshire buyers and investors. Bedford has built its reputation on fast trains...
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Legal advice: Top seven things to check when buying a residential property in England

Buying a home is likely to be the biggest investment you’ll ever make. While the process is exciting, it’s also complex, involving lots of legal fine print that can have long-term financial implications...
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What £300k Really Buys You in Different Parts of Bedford

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Michael J. Fox as Marty McFly in the Back to the Future trilogy. Bedfordians have commented on the similarity between Bedford's Harpur Suite, (main image) and the Hill Valley Court House (inset) which was a pivotal location in the films. Image: Bedford Borough Council/Universal Pictures

Bedford Ian writes…

23 May 2025: Great Scott!, Guardian gaff, Floral finance, and Rent trap. Bedford Ian has been looking at recent goings on across Bedford Borough and tells us what he thinks...
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Monthly column: Government homebuying reforms aim to cut delays, costs, and support first-time buyers

The Labour government is making significant strides in modernizing the home buying process and supporting aspiring homeowners, especially first-time buyers. These transformative changes aim to save time, reduce stress, and put...
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Bedford Independent’s Property Portal is the perfect place for modern estate and letting agents

A popular Bedford Estate agent has said they cannot think of a better publisher than the Bedford Independent that can "give a local estate agent such complete coverage." Cooper Beard Estate...
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Bedford financial advice firm Cambria launches free online information clinics

With the Stamp Duty holiday extended until the end of June 2021, the UK property market remains buoyant. Whether you’re buying your first property or looking for a new home, the Stamp Duty holiday...
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Bedford Independent launches “truly local” online property pages

The Bedford Independent has launched a brand new property platform which will help home buyers get under the skin of the property market in Bedford and see what...
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