Boost for first-time buyers: Making your move easier
Why first-time buyers are in focus Getting on the property ladder can feel daunting, with rising house prices and the challenge of saving for a deposit.
Published in Magazine on 19 September 2025by Marketing Team
Shared ownership: The pros and cons for first-time buyers
What is shared ownership? Shared ownership allows you to buy a share of a property usually between 25% and 75% while paying rent on the remaining portion to a housing association.
Published in Magazine on 19 September 2025by Marketing Team
What tenants need to know about the Renters’ Reform Bill
Big changes, better protection If you rent in England, you’ve probably heard about the Renters' Reform Bill, but what does it actually mean for you? With the bill working its way through Parliament, it’s set to bring in some of the most significant changes to tenancy law in decades.
Published in Magazine on 20 August 2025by Marketing Team
Government to fast-track big projects: ‘Essential’ to developing affordable homes
A Bold Move for Affordable HousingThe UK government is aiming to tackle the housing crisis head-on by fast-tracking the approval and construction of major housing projects.
Published in Magazine on 20 August 2025by Marketing Team
Energy efficiency made simple: What EPC ratings mean for you
Understanding EPC Ratings: What You Need to Know When buying or renting a property, the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is a useful guide to its energy efficiency.
Published in Magazine on 20 August 2025by Marketing Team
Decoding property terms: your guide to getting it right When it comes to buying or selling a property, the language used can sometimes feel like a whole new world.
Published in Magazine on 20 August 2025by Marketing Team
What is a Tracker Mortgage? A tracker mortgage is a type of variable-rate mortgage where the interest rate follows, or "tracks," the Bank of England base rate (or another benchmark), plus a set percentage.
Published in Magazine on 20 August 2025by Marketing Team
HMO – RRB will clamp down on unlicensed properties
If you’re letting a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) without the right licence, the upcoming Renters’ Rights Bill (RRB) should set alarm bells ringing.
Published in Magazine on 20 August 2025by Marketing Team
Should you self-manage or use a letting agent? Pros, cons, and real-life case comparisons
The choice between self-managing your rental or handing it over to a letting agent isn’t just a question of cost—it’s about time, temperament, and long-term return.
Published in Magazine on 20 August 2025by Marketing Team
A simplified guide to the protections you’re entitled to in 2025Renting a home should be straightforward, but too often tenants aren’t quite sure where they stand when something goes wrong.
Published in Magazine on 20 August 2025by Marketing Team
Your space, your style without breaking the bankJust because you’re renting doesn’t mean you have to settle for boring walls and soulless surroundings.
Published in Magazine on 20 August 2025by Marketing Team
Moving in? The ultimate tenant inventory checklist
Protect your deposit from day one: Tenant inventory tipsMoving into a new rental is exciting, but before you unpack the kettle and hang your photos, there’s one task you shouldn’t overlook: the inventory.
Published in Magazine on 20 August 2025by Marketing Team