The housing market has been re-opened.

The housing market has been re-opened.

As of today, May 13th 2020, the housing market has been re-opened.

As of today, May 13th 2020, the housing market has been re-opened. There will be of course guidelines in place as to how viewings and taking on properties for rent and for sale are to be conducted, but they are explained below.

Rest assured, that even though Beaumont Gibbs only heard the news late last night, we have swiftly put into place protective measures for both our staff and members of the public, to ensure their safety. Should you want to discuss anything on this subject, please call the office on 020 8319 7600.


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