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Moving in to your own home is an exciting step whether you’re renting or buying, whatever your circumstances, or budget. But it’s hard isn’t it?

Getting a foot on the property ladder in Guernsey is especially tough. And it seems to be getting tougher.

With increasing demand on the housing market, there is pressure on the States to do more. The Committee for the Environment and Infrastructure has acknowledged that and is looking at different ways it can breathe life into potential private housing developments. Read on to find out more!

Oliver Brock who is wanting to demystify the planning process while encouraging creative ideas to flourish.

Legal and financial guidance is always necessary too where property is involved. Skipton’s Lorraine McClean has given us her thoughts on the mortgage market, while Chris Crew from Collas Crill has shared his thoughts on the property market too.

If you’re not convinced Guernsey is for you, then how about Alderney? The differences are as stark as the similarities can be as our Express News Editor, Matthew Leach found out on a recent work trip.

As one of the most prominent developers in Guernsey, Infinity is providing solutions too. Known for their innovative designs, and the high-quality homes they produce, Infinity is playing a big part in ‘building the future’ for Guernsey residents.

CA Duquemin are another big player in Guernsey’s construction sector, and at 100 years old they are one of the longest standing, too. Their story is truly heart-warming, starting with stonemason Alfred Duquemin, and growing to the firm we know today.

Guernsey’s construction sector is full of those with talent and ideas, such as the winners of the 2024 Design Awards, and architect Oliver Brock who is wanting to demystify the planning process while encouraging creative ideas to flourish.

Legal and financial guidance is always necessary too where property is involved. Skipton’s Lorraine McClean has given us her thoughts on the mortgage market, while Chris Crew from Collas Crill has shared his thoughts on the property market too.

If you’re not convinced Guernsey is for you, then how about Alderney? The differences are as stark as the similarities can be as our Express News Editor, Matthew Leach found out on a recent work trip.

Aside from our focus on the property market we’ve been on a Working Lunch with Diana Rodriguez from Ogier, and the Chamber of Commerce has updated us on the work of its members including Specsavers which is marking 40 years in business. What an achievement!

Guernsey Mind is looking after our physical health as well as our mental wellbeing this month, while our Community Champion is Citizens Advice.

There’s also Bite Back to whet your appetite in case you’ve got any trips to Sark planned.

You’ll need a rest after all that and Hatters comes highly recommended.

Enjoy Connect.

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