Activity levels throughout the spring of 2010 have increased enormously since the low levels of late 2007 and 2008. There appears to be many more motivated purchasers and sellers entering the market which is evident from a keen eagerness from both buyers and sellers to commit to transactions.

Prices throughout 2009 and early 2010 have very definitely improved, and as always, with properties in desirable locations commanding strong prices due to considerable interest. However with the economic environment still particularly fragile, sensitive pricing of all property is a prerequisite to ensuring an effective property sale.