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Daily Mail
31-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
Burned out Lancashire house had a record 108 bids at auction
Property auctions are known as a place to pick up homes at a bargain price. But while the lots on offer are not always in pristine condition, bidding can get competitive for homes that catch buyers' eyes. This is especially the case when savvy bidders spot an opportunity to renovate and restore a property to its former glory - either to live in or to sell on for a tidy profit. This home in the popular village of Cockerham, Lancashire, which has been damaged by fire, proved a huge hit when it went under the hammer in an Auction House online sale earlier this week. The four-bed property was listed with a guide price of £46,000, but rocketed far above that after receiving the highest-ever number of bids the auction house has ever seen. Nine bidders competed for the three-storey detached home, racking up 108 bids between them and smashing through the previous record of 80. In the end, it sold for more than three and half times its guide price at £168,000. For those who can see past the damage, the property offers a spacious entrance hall, large living room, kitchen, utility room, WC and conservatory on the ground floor. There was a three-car garage, which was heavily damaged in the fire. Why was the house so popular? The village of Cockerham is small, with a population of less than 700 - so this property represented a rare opportunity to get a foothold in the area. Boasting picturesque country views, it is located about 8 miles south of Lancaster, and in close reach of coastal towns such as Heysham and Morecambe. It has popular walking routes as well as parachute jumping and cycle rental. According to Rightmove, homes in Cockerham sold for an average of £182,667 over the last year, more than the £168,000 auction sale price - though this figure is probably based on just a handful of sales, and we don't know what type of homes they were.
Daily Mail
31-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
This burned out Lancashire house had a record 108 bids at auction.... here's how much it finally sold for
Property auctions are known as a place to pick up homes at a bargain price. But while the lots on offer are not always in pristine condition, bidding can get competitive for homes that catch buyers' eyes. This is especially the case when savvy bidders spot an opportunity to renovate and restore a property to its former glory - either to live in or to sell on for a tidy profit. This home in the popular village of Cockerham, Lancashire, which has been damaged by fire, proved a huge hit when it went under the hammer in an Auction House online sale earlier this week. The four-bed property was listed with a guide price of £46,000, but rocketed far above that after receiving the highest-ever number of bids the auction house has ever seen. Nine bidders competed for the three-storey detached home, racking up 108 bids between them and smashing through the previous record of 80. In the end, it sold for more than three and half times its guide price at £168,000. For those who can see past the damage, the property offers a spacious entrance hall, large living room, kitchen, utility room, WC and conservatory on the ground floor. There was a three-car garage, which was heavily damaged in the fire. A similar structure can be recreated if needed. On the first floor, there are four bedrooms including one with an ensuite, and a family bathroom. There is also a loft room which was previously used as storage space. It is located on a corner plot, and has gardens to the side and rear. The new owner could redevelop the existing property, if it is safe to do so, or knock it down and build something new. They will need to secure planning permission with the local authority before making any major changes. Extent: The kitchen appears to have suffered the worst of the damage in the fire Why was the house so popular? The village of Cockerham is small, with a population of less than 700 - so this property represented a rare opportunity to get a foothold in the area. Boasting picturesque country views, it is located about 8 miles south of Lancaster, and in close reach of coastal towns such as Heysham and Morecambe. According to Visit Lancashire, Cockerham 'boasts a superb restaurant, public house, farm shop and ice cream outlet' as well as am active parish hall, caravan parks and holiday homes. It has popular walking routes as well as parachute jumping and cycle rental. According to Rightmove, homes in Cockerham sold for an average of £182,667 over the last year, more than the £168,000 auction sale price - though this figure is probably based on just a handful of sales, and we don't know what type of homes they were. Other four-bed homes in the same postcode have sold for as much as £420,000 in the last year, though much will depend on their condition. Oliver Prior, national commercial director at Auction House, said that the chance to redevelop the property had caught buyers' attention. 'The generation of 108 separate bids for a fire-damaged property reveals the appetite of buyers for development projects that offer significant value-add opportunities. 'It also shows the excitement and energy that can be created on an online platform, which is going from strength to strength as its popularity builds.' As a whole, the total sales at the online auction on 28 and 29 July also broke the company's previous record. Some 90 lots went under the hammer and sold for a total of grand total of £4.28million, beating the £3.95 total from February. Family home? The property has four bedrooms upstairs, as well as a further loft space Best mortgage rates and how to find them Mortgage rates have risen substantially over recent years, meaning that those remortgaging or buying a home face higher costs. That makes it even more important to search out the best possible rate for you and get good mortgage advice, whether you are a first-time buyer, home owner or buy-to-let landlord. Quick mortgage finder links with This is Money's partner L&C > Mortgage rates calculator > Find the right mortgage for you To help our readers find the best mortgage, This is Money has partnered with the UK's leading fee-free broker L&C. This is Money and L&C's mortgage calculator can let you compare deals to see which ones suit your home's value and level of deposit. You can compare fixed rate lengths, from two-year fixes, to five-year fixes and ten-year fixes. If you're ready to find your next mortgage, why not use This is Money and L&C's online Mortgage Finder. It will search 1,000's of deals from more than 90 different lenders to discover the best deal for you.
Extra.ie
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Jane Birkin's €8.6m icon spurs Birkin fever among Ireland's glamorous elite
Jane Birkin's original Hermes bag was sold off at auction last week, fetching a staggering 8.6 million euros for Southeby's Auction House. The bag, originally designed for the French actress in 1984, has since achieved iconic status. In fact, the Hermès Birkin is so coveted that anyone hoping to get their hands on one must first be pre-approved by the fashion house. Jane Birkin's original Hermes bag was sold off at auction last week. Pic:And as the Birkin's sartorial cachet soars following last week's multi-million-euro auction, only a fortunate few Irish women can claim ownership of the ultimate fashion item – one that money alone can't buy. Footballers wife Claudine Keane has not just one but three Birkin's in her enviable handbag collection. Last year Claudine debuted a cream Hermes Birkin when she stepped out at the Brown Thomas Summer Fashion Lunch. Claudine Keane has not just one but three Birkin's in her enviable handbag collection. Pic: Claudine Keane/Instagram The stylish wife of former Ireland captain Robbie Keane has also been spotted totting around in a black Hermes Birkin, as well as dark grey version of the eye-catching arm-candy. An entry-level Hermes Birkin starts at around €10,000 but can rise to as much as €250,000 depending on the bag's leather and hardware, and the exclusivity of the particular piece. The stylish wife of former Ireland captain Robbie Keane has also been spotted totting around in a black Hermes Birkin. Pic: Claudine Keane/Instagram Another Hermes owner is Influencer and businesswoman Suzanne Jackson. Suzanne filmed herself unwrapping her very luxurious gift and revealed that she's added a Birkin bag to her collection Cheers to 40! Just like the Birkin that debuted in 1984. Thank you Dylan O'Connor,' Suzanne wrote in the caption. Suzanne Jackson has developed a deep appreciation for luxury goods and the beauty businesswoman was 'besotted' when, for her 40th birthday her husband Dylan O'Connor presented her with a stunningly beaitful soft grey Birkin Bag to mark her milestone birthday. Suzanne unboxed the identifiable Hermes orange paper box to reveal the Birkin in a paler shade of grey be-suiting off her business lifestyle. The handles of the Birkin were entwined with a colourful Hermes silk twilly to add a splash of individuality to Suzannes bag. Cork WAG, Aine May Kennedy, has a particular penchant for the French design House of Hermes and at last summers European Championships Aine displayed an interchangeable array of Hermes items. Aine May Kennedy and Conor Gallagher. Pic: Aine May Kennedy/Instagram In fact during the months long tournament, Aine pitched up in the stands sporting no less than three different iterations of the Hermes Birkin handbag.
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The Independent
02-07-2025
- Science
- The Independent
Meteorite from Mars could be yours for $2 million
The largest Martian meteorite ever found on Earth, named NWA 16788, is scheduled for auction at Sotheby's New York on July 16. Discovered in the Sahara Desert in 2023, this 54-pound space rock is 70 percent larger than any other Martian meteorite foun d and is estimated to sell for $2 million to $4 million. Sotheby's describes NWA 16788 a s a "once-in-a-generation find" that offers valuable insights into the geology and composition of Mars. If sold within its estimated range, the meteorite is expected to break previous auction records for similar items. The auctioning of scientifically and historically significant items like meteorites and dinosaur fossils continues to be a controversial practice.
Daily Mail
18-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
Terraced house goes on the market for just £1,000 but there's a VERY big catch
One lucky buyer could be in with the chance of snapping up a terraced house for as little as £1,000. But the shockingly low starting price for the property in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, comes with a major catch. Photos show that behind the boarded up door there is practically nothing there. The inside has been left exposed to the elements with crumbling bricks and a hole where the window should be. Debris has also been left on the ground and there are currently no walls or floors. The property, which has been put up for auction, has been described as a 'shell' on its listing. One home hunter joked: 'The only house I could ever afford.' Another person said: 'Plot of land for a grand is not bad.' A third added: 'Could make a sick spot.' Someone else quipped: 'As someone who is from Sheffield, you'd have to pay me to live around here.' Another person said: 'If the one grand includes permission from council and neighbours to demolish, build and renovate, it's a considerable one. 'Without permissions, £100 is more than the potential.' A sixth person added: 'People talking about the area. 'Even if it cost £30,000 done up, you could get £500 a month rent. 'Where else are you going to get that return?' Someone else joked: 'Very spacious and the natural light really accentuates the features.' The property in Sheffield is being put up for auction by Auction House, Luxury Property News has reported. It is also on Rightmove. The listing states: 'This property is in shell condition but provides an excellent opportunity with a range of development potentials, subject to relevant planning. 'Hinde Street is conveniently located in Sheffield a stones throw from Meadowhall, Northern General Hospital, various retail parks, and great transport links including easy access to M1.'
