EPC ratings: Why C-rated homes sell faster in competitive markets
For most of the past decade, the EPC rating on a property listing was something buyers glanced at briefly before moving on to the photographs and the floor plan.
The pricing reality: Properties selling in 32 days vs 99 days
Numbers in property reporting are often treated as background noise.
Supply reaches 11-year high: What this means for buyers and sellers
The defining structural shift in the UK property market in 2026 is not interest rates, though they matter.
Green homes premium: How eco-improvements increase buyer appeal and reduce voids
The private rented sector in England is heading toward a minimum EPC Band C requirement for all properties by 2030.
New build perks in 2026: Lower-rate mortgages, deposit boosts and stamp duty support
For many buyers, particularly first-time buyers, affordability remains one of the biggest challenges in 2026.
What first-time buyers look for in properties: A seller’s guide
First-time buyers accounted for around 36% of all UK property purchases made with a mortgage in 2025, according to UK Finance data.
Section 21 abolished: Understanding the new possession grounds
The abolition of Section 21 is the change within the Renters' Rights Act 2025 that has attracted the most attention, and understandably so.
The buyer’s checklist: Essential questions before viewing
There is a particular kind of viewing that almost every buyer recognises in retrospect: the one where you walked around, admired the kitchen, noted that the bedrooms were a good size, and left without finding out anything that actually mattered.
Family buyers work backwards from September: Timing your summer listing
Most buyers approach the property market with a degree of flexibility about timing.
Seven applicants per property: Why demand still outstrips supply
The numbers that shape the rental market are often discussed in abstracts: rising rents, falling stock, insufficient supply.
Mid-year home maintenance: Essential checks before the summer holidays
Summer brings longer days, lighter evenings, and for many households, an extended period away from home.
Cash buyers now make up 25% of sales: What this means for the market
The way the UK property market is funded has shifted more than many people realise.
Gifting property deposits: What parents need to know about helping first-time buyers
In 2025, parents and family members contributed to about half of all first-time buyer purchases in the UK, either through outright gifts, loans, or acting as guarantors.
One third of properties need price reductions: How to avoid joining them
January 2026 brought a strong start to the property market.
Tenant retention in 2026: Why keeping good tenants beats re-letting
```htmlThe numbers that define the current lettings market tell a clear story about supply and demand.
Summer moving guide: What tenants should know about mid-year moves
More tenants move during June, July, and August than at any other point in the year.
Seven key tenant protections under the new Renters’ Rights Act
The Renters' Rights Act 2026
EPC C deadline approaches
New date for EPC Rating on Rented Properties
The Renters’ Rights Act changed how letting works
Royal Assent happened in October 2025.
Navigating current market conditions: What’s actually happening right now
There is rarely a shortage of opinions about the property market, but spring 2026 has produced more conflicting signals than most.
The rise of energy-efficient upgrades: What’s driving buyer interest
Energy efficiency transforms from nice-to-have bonus into essential property feature influencing buyer decisions substantially.
Understanding mortgage options: A guide for first-time buyers
Understanding mortgage products before property searching intensifies can help first-time buyers explore their options.
Understanding property portal visibility and listing performance
Property portals play a central role in how buyers discover homes, directly influencing enquiry levels and overall sale performance.
Understanding your periodic tenancy: Flexibility and notice requirements
Periodic tenancies, where tenancies continue on a rolling month-by-month or week-by-week basis, are becoming the standard arrangement in England.
Section 8 possession grounds: Evidence requirements and notice periods explained
Section 8 of the Housing Act 1988 provides landlords with legal routes to regain possession where specific circumstances apply.
Seasonal letting strategy: Positioning properties for summer’s peak demand
Late spring represents an optimal planning period for landlords, sitting between winter's quiet months and summer's approaching peak demand.
Reporting repairs under new legislation: Landlord response timelines
The Renters' Rights Act and Awaab's Law substantially strengthen tenant repair rights, establishing clearer landlord response obligations and enhanced enforcement mechanisms.
Planning your remortgage timeline: Processing periods and practical considerations
Remortgaging requires planning around your specific fixed rate expiry date, typical processing timescales, and practical factors like summer holiday periods.
Rental market rebalancing: what improving supply means for your situation
For much of 2022 and 2023, the UK rental market operated under extraordinary pressure.
PRS Database preparation: What information landlords need to gather now
The Private Rented Sector Database represents significant new infrastructure creating comprehensive national records of rental properties, landlords, and tenancies.
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