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Selling through the seasons

The time of year that you put your home on the market could affect how well your property sells. In winter, buyers...

Residential Property Review – October 2025

In October’s Residential Property Review we cover the latest housing and rental trends, government proposals to reform the buying process and the...

Mortgage Guarantee Scheme launched

The Mortgage Guarantee Scheme aims to sustain availability of high LTV mortgages by incentivising lenders with government-backed guarantees. First-time buyers and home-movers...

Autumn housing market outlook

The UK housing market moves into autumn with steady momentum. Buyers can expect to benefit from improved affordability and negotiating power due...

Homing in on the mortgage challenges facing gig workers

For freelancers and contractors, securing a mortgage can be a real challenge due to multiple income streams. Many experience rejection because traditional...

Demand for second homes falls: what does it mean for local buyers and sellers? 

Some holiday homeowners are choosing to sell up due to changes in Council Tax rules. This means more properties on the market...

Residential Property Review – September 2025

The UK housing market faces uncertainty ahead of the Autumn Budget, with potential tax changes impacting activity. Mortgage rates eased but could...

Mortgage overpayments: small sums add up

Overpaying your mortgage, even by small amounts, could save you thousands and cut years off your loan. Thousands of homeowners could be...

In the News – Home Finance 

Dressing rooms are trending and can add up to £40k in value to your property. Older homeowners hold 2.9trn in property wealth...

Residential Property Review – August 2025

The UK housing market faces mixed conditions for the rest of 2025. Bank Rate cuts support borrowers, but house price growth is...

Home insurance premiums and claims increase

Home insurance premiums are up 8.5%, now averaging £231, as weather events and rebuild costs soar. With claims at record highs, securing...

Residential Property Review – July 2025

The UK housing market is stabilising after a bumpy start to 2025. Urban new-build demand remains strong, while buyer interest is returning...

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