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15 February 2027: The Date Derbyshire Landlords Need to Know

The new landlord registration service is coming, and Derbyshire landlords have a key date to remember. From February 2027, properties in our region will need to be registered, with a three-month window to get it done. Here’s what you need to know, what to prepare, and why getting organised early will make life much easier.

Hello Alfreton! Cope & Co. Have Moved In!

We’re proud to launch our new Alfreton office for the people who live, work, invest and build their lives across the town and surrounding villages. With a local team, genuine area knowledge and an education-first approach, we’re here to offer honest advice, personal service and estate agency without the fluff. Read on to see why Alfreton?

The First 8 Weeks Could Make or Break Your Alfreton House Sale

Almost 2 in 3 Alfreton homes that sell, find a buyer in the first 8 weeks. Yet many sellers often agree to a 26-week estate agency contract. Why! In this blog we examine the figures, discuss why early momentum matters and how the right launch price can mean the difference between moving smoothly and months of repeated reductions.

A New Chapter - Annie Cope Named CEO as Cope & Co. Becomes a Founding Member

It’s an exciting new chapter for Cope & Co. As Annie Cope steps into the role of CEO and the business is also celebrating its appointment as a Founding Member of Leading Estate Agents of the World. For us, this is a very proud milestone that reflects bold leadership, shared ambition and a commitment to setting even higher standards.

5 Things You Don’t Want to Hear at Your Home Valuation

Choosing an estate agent isn’t just about who gives you the highest valuation or the lowest fee. What they say during the appointment can reveal a lot about how they’ll handle your sale. From “testing the water” to vague promises of ready-made buyers, here are five phrases that should make sellers stop, think and ask a few more questions.

How NOT to Choose the Agent to Sell Your Home

Choosing a local estate agent because they gave the highest valuation, charged the lowest fee or have lots of boards nearby can be tempting – but are these really the right reasons? Here are 5 common mistakes that I believe sellers make when choosing an agent, and what you should be looking for instead when picking an estate agent in Derbyshire.

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