Buying a house in the 80's

The 1980s was a decade of significant changes in the north of England, and one of the most notable changes was the rise of property ownership. Many people in the region began to see the benefits of owning their own homes, and invested their hard-earned money in buying properties.

During this time, one of the most popular estate agents in the north of England was Pattinson Estate Agents. Pattinson was established in 1977 and quickly became one of the most respected and successful estate agents in the region.

If you were looking to buy a house in the 1980s in the north of England, you would have undoubtedly come across Pattinson. At that time we had an extensive portfolio of properties for sale, ranging from small terraced houses to large detached homes.

The process of buying a house in the 1980s was quite different from what it is today. There was no online property search or virtual tours. Instead, potential buyers would have to visit estate agents in person to view properties and discuss their requirements, which of course we still do encourage!

One of the benefits of using Pattinson was, and still is, our knowledgeable and experienced staff. We are always on hand to provide advice and guidance to sellers and potential buyers, helping them to find the perfect property that meets their needs and budget.

Buying a house in the 1980s was also a much different experience and process than it is today. There were no complex mortgage options, and buyers typically had to save up a deposit before approaching a lender for a mortgage. The interest rates were much higher than they are today, and it was not uncommon to see mortgage rates of 10% or higher.

However, despite the challenges of buying a house in the 1980s, many people in the north of England were eager to invest in property. The benefits of owning your own home were evident, from the sense of security and stability, to the potential for capital growth, and the ability to make your mark on your own property.

Here at Pattinson Estate Agents, we played a significant role in helping people achieve their dreams of homeownership, and to this day, we still do. We continue to provide a reliable and trustworthy service that helps buyers to navigate the complexities of buying a property in the 1980s.

Today, we are still the leading estate agency in the north of England, providing a comprehensive range of property services to buyers, sellers, landlords, and tenants. While the process of buying a house may have changed significantly over the years, the values that Pattinson embodies remain the same – integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to helping people achieve their property goals.