finance corner

Thu, Jun 11, 2009

Rent-to-buy schemes

Walk to the beach, the tennis court, and the shops from Frog Hollow

Thu, Jun 11, 2009

O’Donnellan & Joyce have brought to the market for sale by private treaty a wonderful five bed detached family home standing on c0.8acre of superb mature landscaped gardens. It extends to in excess of 2,500sq ft and boasts a host of extras, including solid red oak floors and mahogany doors and has its own Bord na Móna eco friendly bio system mini treatment plant. Frog Hollow is in the heart of the village of Barna and within minutes of the beach, tennis courts, and all amenities.

Landscaped gardens and interior design finishes in Claregalway

Thu, Jun 11, 2009

This home will certainly compete with the best. Its lush interior and fabulous finishes are outstanding. With splendid private gardens and large decking areas outside, catching almost all of the day’s sunshine, and a truly delightful tone of luxury inside, it will instantly appeal.

John Quinn properties selling like hot cakes

Thu, Jun 11, 2009

Watching, willing, and waiting seem to be the all important Ws in the property market right now, according to auctioneer John Quinn who has reported an extremely active few weeks mainly due to realistic purchase prices.

John Quinn and Co, located in St Augustine Street, has reported that there is still “a block of potential purchasers out there waiting and watching” for their chance to snap up new properties coming on to the market. These properties would have realistic reserve prices and accordingly, this has been reacted to by the purchasers who have done their homework and acquired the property at an attractive price very quickly.

Simply irresistible

Thu, Jun 11, 2009

No 8 Thornberry, Barna, is one of the finest and most attractive family homes to come to the market for some time and especially in this well established and sought after development moments from Barna village. Tucked away in this meticulously maintained cul-de-sac of private detached homes, this property is all you could ask for in terms of convenience, class, and style. Spread over c2,200sq ft and standing on a large site, this fine home overlooks large manicured green areas to the front and is completely private to the rear. This home is teeming with extras offering homeliness, privacy, and comfort. Space both inside and out is what is on offer here, and this is to be found on the three large levels that are at the heart of the design of No 8 Thornberry.

Enjoy the space and privacy of this Moycullen home

Thu, Jun 11, 2009

A beautiful home located just 2.5 miles from the popular and thriving village of Moycullen, this lovely residence extends to c2,500sq ft and is sited on a 0.5 acre site, just a couple of minutes walk from the GAA pitch.

Mincloon home for auction at enormously discounted price

Thu, Jun 11, 2009

O’Donnellan & Joyce auctioneers has just brought to the market Number 4 Asca Beag, Mincloon, a fabulous detached home going to auction at an enormously discounted advised minimum value of €410,000. This has to be one of the most attractively priced homes on the market. Situated in a small enclave of detached houses on the main Mincloon/Rahoon road, the property is within two miles of the heart of Galway.

Top floor apartment with views of Oran Bay

Thu, Jun 11, 2009

No 117 Boireann Beag is a fantastic two bedroom end of terrace apartment. The Boireann Beag development was constructed by award winning developers O’Malley approximately two years ago and includes a large amount of landscaping and green areas throughout the estate, which is all now fully complete and blooming with a large array of trees and shrubs.

Enjoy an extra large garden in old Salthill

Thu, Jun 11, 2009

Built in the mid to late 1960s by well known Galway builders, Brennan Builders, at a time when space was not at such a premium as it is today, homes at D’Alton Drive, Salthill, are on very large spacious sites. No 18 has been well maintained and cared for by its present owners with a magnificent mature large garden to the rear which was well planned and tended over the years.

Great family home in Cimín Mór

Thu, Jun 11, 2009

Built in 1999 by Kenny Developers, this large four bedroom semi detached home would suit any growing family, with an extra room to the side which can be used as a study, a playroom, or a fifth bedroom. The house is situated in a nice location within the development, overlooking a green area to the front and not overlooked to the back.

Discover the delights of Thornberry

Thu, Jun 11, 2009

Ready to walk into, this modern family home is located in the prestigious Thornberry development in Barna. No 21 is an impressive home with high quality finishes and fittings and large, bright, and airy rooms. It's a short walk or drive to the centre of Barna village and the services it offers, including The Twelve Hotel, SuperValu supermarket, and local primary school. The pier and sea front are beside the village and Galway city centre is approximately six miles away.

Traditional meets modern in Cummer

Thu, Jun 11, 2009

This property, built approximately six years ago, has an abundance of features that capture the heart from the minute you step inside. The use of local stone on the façade creates an instant traditional feel which is complEmented by the feature windows and front door.

The immaculate presentation of this property is evident from the minute you arrive at the front gate. The sitting room has a solid fuel stove which sits on a beautiful stone fireplace and gives a central focus to this inviting living space with its high ceilings and beams. The conservatory has oak laminated flooring and has the added bonus of natural sunlight throughout the day. The kitchen neatly combines modern conveniences with old-style gems. The bathroom is fully fitted and has ceramic floor tiles. The two bedrooms downstairs are nicely decorated and have carpet. On the first floor there is a good sized bedroom with a Velux window. There is also potential to add an extra bedroom.

Beach Court home attracts twenty bids at O’Donnellan & Joyce auction

Thu, Jun 04, 2009

O’Donnellan & Joyce continue the success of selling properties by auction in Galway city when more than 20 bids were recorded on the sale of a house at 41 Beach Court, Salthill, Galway.

Bringing it all to Barna

Thu, Jun 04, 2009

Barna has always been regarded as the happiest of places to call home. Even going back to earlier decades when a clutch of modest shops and pubs at a small crossroads leading down to a solid protected small fishing harbour comprised the total attraction of the village, with a scattering of ‘posh’ bungalows intermingling with more modest cottages and seaside villas, Barna was always regarded as a desirable address combining easy access to the city with the charm of a leisurely way of life and an intimate, cosy, ambience.

In recent years Barna has changed in some respects, almost beyond recognition. The modest village has been replaced by a modern upscale centre boasting a wide variety of retail outlets, an excellent supermarket, and some great eateries and smart pubs. The old landmark Twelve Pins has been torn down and replaced with a cutting edge hostelry cunningly named The 12. In tandem with this sea-change to the village centre Barna has exploded in terms of residential developments and population growth. Most of the development around the village has been carried out by O’Malley Construction, for many years a leader in innovative and well planned development in the Galway area. The well laid out and imaginative work around Barna is an example of all that’s good in modern design and layout.

The perfect start-up home with a supplementary income

Thu, Jun 04, 2009

O’Donnellan & Joyce has just brought to the market No 103 Renmore Park, described by the agents as the perfect start-up home offering a supplementary income from a self-contained apartment at the side.

Buy your first home for €199,500

Thu, Jun 04, 2009

Galway’s new home specialist Allman Reynolds auctioneers & letting agents is offering a spectacular and exciting development of luxury homes on the Galway property market. This development is a model for contemporary living at the gateway to Galway city.

Sraith Fhada showcases the best in modern living. This exclusive new development is built to the highest specification by Ignatius Foy Development Ltd, with first class accommodation, and has everything you would expect from such a prestigious development. The standard of detail to this property is exceptional with no detail overlooked. The range and variety of accommodation is impressive and is sure to whet the appetite for anyone seeking luxury, comfort, quality, and modern stylish design.

A leafy suburb by the sea

Thu, Jun 04, 2009

During the reign of the late lamented Celtic Tiger one of the more extreme but quite common trends in the property world was the growth of a sector where eager buyers regularly bought perfectly good houses and immediately applied for planning permission to demolish them in order to then build a ‘dream home’ on site. In latter years this had become a very commonplace occurrence, largely prompted by the dearth of really good sites in prime locations. While the steam has gone out of the ailing market and the wrecker’s ball is seldom seen in these straitened times, the basic fact remains that good sites are scarcer than the proverbial hen’s teeth.

finance corner - The Irish Credit Bureau

Thu, Jun 04, 2009

The Irish Credit Bureau was set up in 1965 and is owned and financed by its members which are mainly financial institutions. It is not the only credit bureau in Ireland, however it is the main source of information for mainstream lenders.

The Irish Credit Bureau is an electronic library or database that contains information on the performance of all credit agreements between financial institutions and borrowers.

Convenience, space, and value for money

Thu, Jun 04, 2009

No 5 Whiteoaks, Clybaun Road, Knocknacarra, a stunning four bedroom semidetached home, is in a prime convenient location, has been owner occupied since new, and is presented in pristine walk in condition.

Excellent property ready to move in to

Thu, Jun 04, 2009

This well maintained Tirellan property is in fantastic condition. The three bedroom residence is in excellent decorative order with carpets and curtains included.

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