What Property Can I Actually Afford?
It is one of the first questions people ask when they start thinking about moving. But there is a big difference between what a lender might agree to lend you and what you can actually afford to spend. Just because a bank says you can borrow a certain amount does not necessarily mean you will […]
Buyers Have Choice. Sellers Have Competition.
There is a lot of talk about whether we are in a buyer’s market or a seller’s market. Personally, I think that misses the point. The market is moving, buyers are coming back, but they are not rushing in blindly. Rightmove recorded a 5% increase in buyer demand in the first week of September as […]
Are Mortgage Rates Expected to go Down? And What Does It Actually Mean for Property?
If you are thinking about buying a property, remortgaging or moving house, mortgage rates are probably somewhere near the top of your list of things to worry about. And understandably so. But here is the thing. Waiting for the “perfect” mortgage rate can mean waiting for a very long time. Rates move. Property prices move. […]
Walton-on-Thames Resident Guide
Walton-on-Thames is one of those places that is easy to underestimate if you only know it as a commuter town. Yes, you can get to London Waterloo in around twenty-five minutes. But that is only part of the story. Walton-on- Thames has the River Thames running through its identity, a historic old town, attractive residential […]
Is the UK Property Market Really Heading for a Crash? The Autumn 2026 Story Is More Positive
The headlines may sound gloomy. The numbers tell a rather different story. If you have been following the property news over the summer, you could be forgiven for thinking that everyone has stopped buying and selling. There has been plenty of talk about falling house prices and the possibility of a property crash. But look […]
Are Property Prices Falling? UK Housing Market Trends 2026
Are property prices falling in the UK? It is one of the biggest questions buyers and sellers are asking in 2026. The UK property market has not crashed. But the rules that defined the last few years have quietly disappeared. Today’s market is more selective, more price sensitive and far more strategy driven than many […]
What Replaces the How to Rent Guide in 2026?
The private rented sector in England is undergoing one of its biggest legal changes in decades following the implementation of the Renters’ Rights Act. One of the most important updates for landlords is the replacement of the long standing How to Rent guide. For years, the guide formed part of the compliance process for most […]
Self Managing Your Rental Property After May 2026: What Landlords Need to Know
What Landlords Must Do Before May 2026: Key Changes You Cannot Ignore The rental market is about to change. From May 2026, the Renters’ Rights Act comes into force across England. As a result, landlords need to be prepared. If you leave this too late, you risk delays, compliance issues and unnecessary stress. Why this […]
Best Value Areas in London for Buyers in 2026
Buyers across London are rethinking where they buy. With prices remaining high in central locations, more people are focusing on where they can get more space and better value. This has led to increased demand in outer boroughs where pricing is lower but transport links remain strong. What makes an area good value in London? […]
Value in London Property: Where Your Budget Goes Further in 2026
Where buyers are finding more space and better value across London, with real price and commute comparisons. Buyers and tenants across London are changing how they search. Value in London property has become a key focus as central London prices remain high. More people are moving further out to secure more space and better value. […]