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Home improvements that don’t require planning permission

Earlier this year, it became apparent that home buyers aren’t that fussed about finding the ‘perfect’ property. A Rightmove survey of 34,000 home movers found 73% of those leaving rented accommodation viewed fixer uppers as a more affordable route to property ownership. Additionally, 73% of existing homeowners wanted to buy a property that needed work in order to create their dream home.

Rightmove Adjusts 2025 Outlook – What It Means for Sellers and Buyers

Published 11 days ago

Rightmove has lowered its 2025 house price forecast, citing high levels of stock and increased competition among sellers. With average asking prices slipping and buyer activity remaining strong, the latest data reveals a shifting market dynamic where realistic pricing is key to securing a sale.

More than half of under 34s hope to become a landlord

Published 11 days ago

Younger Millennials (born between 1991 and 1996) and those in Generation Z (1997-2012) still see a future in property investment. That was the surprising finding of a new survey of 2,000 UK adults conducted by Opinium on behalf of Market Financial Solutions.

Adding value: the small improvements that make a big difference

Published 18 days ago

The unassailable attractiveness of property as a money-making asset persists. While passive appreciation still exists – that’s when homes gradually increase in value with nothing more than time – homeowners are looking at adding values in other ways.

Pattern drenching: when more is more

Published 25 days ago

Avid readers may remember our blog on colour drenching – the interior design trend that sees every surface in one room – walls, ceiling, woodwork and radiators – painted in the same colour.

Wellingborough Property Market Update – June 2025: Prices Steady, Seller Confidence Builds

Published about 1 month ago

House prices in Wellingborough dipped slightly in June, but market confidence remains firm. With new listings priced more realistically and steady sales volumes, buyer demand is holding strong. Lettings also show resilience as rents stabilise at historically high levels.

Latest: July property market report

Published about 1 month ago

We have reached the midpoint of 2025. The first half of the year has been surprisingly steady but what happened in the last four weeks? We take a look at the trends shaping the current UK property market.

A tenant’s guide to the Renters’ Rights Bill

Published about 1 month ago

The Renters’ Rights Bill has taken another step towards becoming law. With no major amendments expected, it’s now that tenants should take notice of the Bill’s contents.

Deeds or a Will: which matters most when owning a property?

Published about 2 months ago

Despite how morbid it feels, deciding what happens to a property you own when you die is something you need to decide early in the buying process. In fact, you’ll need to tell your solicitor your preferred course of action before you finalise a purchase.

Landlords: Urgent Action Needed on RTS Meters Before 30 June

Published about 2 months ago

British Gas has issued a warning to replace outdated RTS meters before 30 June 2025. Failure to act could leave tenants without heating or hot water—and put landlords in breach of legal responsibilities. Find out what you need to do to stay compliant and protect your property.

Every seller should try biophilic decluttering

Published about 2 months ago

Described by House Beautiful as ‘the secret to a calm and clutter-free home’, biophilic decluttering is a trend we can really get behind. It merges two interior aspects that are hugely important when selling a home – presenting a property that’s clear and streamlined, and dressing a home so it is visually appealing.

Latest: June property market report

Published 2 months ago

Both portal heavyweights provided a monthly snapshot of the sales market in May. As ever, Rightmove focused on asking prices. The UK’s average asking price for new instructions increased 0.6%, with a more expensive advertised price of £379,517.

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