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Latest news & updates on the property market

After the buyers’ market will sellers call the shots in 2026?
In recent years, buyers have undoubtedly had the upper hand. With demand high but sellers thin on the ground they’ve

No boost for FTBs but budget should bring stability
Buyers and sellers hoping for a boost to aid their house-moving plans in the Autumn Budget were left disappointed. However,

Budget tax rises mean that portfolio health checks vital for 2026
Following the Autumn Budget, landlords must budget and prepare for increased costs thanks to Rachel Reeves’ tax increases across the

Staging your home for a new year sale
If your 2026 plans include moving house, then getting your property on the market as soon as possible could be

Year-end rental checklist: Preparing your property for a smooth new year
With 2026 almost upon us, landlords have much to do. The Renters’ Rights Act implementation will begin in earnest from

Market Pulse: What the October numbers mean for pricing
A high supply of properties continues to impact the price of homes, according to the latest house price indices out

Section 21 today vs. what’s coming
With the Renters’ Rights Bill voted through by MPs on October 22 with only a handful of minor Lords amendments

September rental ‘bounce’ or gentle slowdown? What the latest 2025 data really says
September traditionally brings a rental bounce as the market picks up again after the distraction of summer, but what does

Material Information: The 2025 listing essentials buyers expect to see
The definition of material information with regard to a property sale has long been somewhat of a grey area. Traditionally,