The Leasehold Trap: Why So Many UK Flats Are Struggling to Sell in 2026

The average UK house now costs 1.7 times as much as the average flat — the widest gap on record. Outside London,...

• August 3, 2026

Leasehold Flats

House Prices Are Rising – So Why Are 44% of UK Homes Failing to Sell?

The latest figures appear to bring good news for homeowners. Average UK house prices increased by 2.7% in the year to May...

• July 24, 2026

UK House Prices

UK housing market: RICS survey shows what the Iran war means for buyers and sellers

The latest RICS survey reveals a clear slowdown in the UK housing market, with falling buyer demand, rising mortgage rates and growing...

• April 9, 2026

UK House Prices

Is Buy to Let still worth it in 2026? A Practical UK Investor’s Guide

Is buy-to-let worth it in 2026? Rental demand remains resilient, but higher costs, tighter regulation and slower growth mean margins matter more...

• February 26, 2026

Sell Rental Property

House sale falling through? Here’s why it’s happening more often in 2026

House sales are falling through later and more often in 2026. This editorial explains why certainty has weakened in the UK housing...

• February 3, 2026

House Sale Fall Through

Leasehold reform in 2026: what it means for homeowners, sellers, and the UK housing market

Leasehold reform is back on the agenda, with proposals that could reshape how flats are owned and sold in the UK. This...

• January 28, 2026

Leasehold Flats

UK housing market 2026: where we are now, what analysts expect next, and what it means for buyers and sellers

The UK housing market has entered 2026 without drama or relief. Interest rates are lower, but affordability remains tight. Prices look stable...

• January 12, 2026

UK House Prices

The Autumn Budget 2025: Why certainty now matters more than price

After the Autumn Budget, the UK housing market isn’t broken — it’s cautious. The Autumn Budget did not deliver a shock to...

• November 27, 2025

UK House Prices

What the UK Government’s Home Buying and Selling Reforms Mean — And Why Sellers Still Need Certainty Now

If you’re planning to sell, you know the stress: chains wobble, buyers vanish, months slip by. The government has opened a home...

• October 8, 2025

Sell House Fast

Conditional Selling by Estate Agents: Your Rights — and How to Sell Your House Fast

If you’re selling your home and feel pressured to use an estate agent’s own mortgage broker or solicitor, you’re not alone. This...

• September 29, 2025

Sell House Fast

Fixing the Broken Chain — House Sales Falling Through Cost the UK £1.5bn a Year

A new cross-industry study commissioned by Santander quantifies what many home movers feel instinctively: too many property sales collapse, too late, at...

• September 24, 2025

House Sale Fall Through

Selling Your Home in 2025: Navigating Reductions, Tax Threats, and a Tougher Market

Selling your home in 2025 presents new challenges and uncertainties. The UK property market is at a crossroads: headlines warn of falling...

• August 29, 2025

UK House Prices

UK House Prices July 2025: The Steepest Monthly Drop in 20 Years

Thinking about selling your home this summer? UK house prices July 2025 saw the steepest monthly drop in over 20 years, with...

• July 20, 2025

UK House Prices

UK House Prices Falling in June: What’s Behind the Change and What Should Sellers Do Next?

UK House Prices Falling UK house prices are falling, leaving homeowners across the country wondering what’s driving this change and how best...

• July 11, 2025

UK House Prices

Selling Inherited or Probate Property: How to Move Forward

If you’re feeling the strain of probate delays, mounting council tax, or what seems like endless red tape, you don’t have to...

• June 20, 2025

Selling Inherited Property

Mortgage Prisoners: The Real Way Out in 2025

You’ve probably heard the term “mortgage prisoner” in the news—but if you’re living it, you know it’s not just a headline. It’s...

• June 13, 2025

Sell House Fast

UK House Prices in 2025: Record Asking Prices, Slower Demand, and What It Means for Sellers

UK house prices in 2025 reach record highs UK property asking prices have reached a new record high of £379,517, according to...

• May 22, 2025

UK House Prices

How to Sell Your House Fast Without Estate Agents

Sometimes, life doesn’t give you much notice. A job relocation. A relationship breakdown. A looming bill. Or a buyer pulling out at...

• May 12, 2025

Sell House Fast

Why Mortgage Lenders Hate Short Leasehold Properties – And What To Do About It

Thinking about selling your leasehold property but worried about a short lease? You’re not alone. Many homeowners find that mortgage lenders are...

• April 24, 2025

Sell House Fast

Is Buy to Let Worth It in 2025?

Buy to Let has long been seen as a dependable route to building wealth, but is it still worth it in 2025?...

• April 11, 2025

Sell Rental Property

Saying Goodbye to Rupert: A Fresh Look for a New Chapter

For 35 years, Rupert has been part of our story. A cheerful little house with bags of personality, he’s stood proudly on...

• April 11, 2025

Any House Wanted

Selling Your Home in 2025: Essential UK Property Market Updates

Selling your house isn't just a financial decision – it's a big life step. Whether you're upsizing, downsizing, or starting fresh, understanding...

• April 10, 2025

Sell House Fast

Landlords Facing Market Changes in 2025: Is Now the Right Time to Sell?

If you're a landlord feeling the strain of recent shifts in the UK housing market, you're not alone. In the third quarter...

• March 4, 2025

Sell Rental Property

Why Now is the Best Time to Buy or Sell a Home in the UK

With the UK property market in a state of flux, many homeowners and buyers are wondering if now is the right time...

• February 21, 2025

Sell House Fast

Stamp Duty Changes in 2025: Why Home Sellers Should Act Now

Major changes to Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) are coming into effect from 1st April 2025, which could significantly affect property buyers...

• February 10, 2025

Sell Rental Property

What is the Renters Reform Bill, and How Will It Impact Landlords?

The Renters Reform Bill represents the most significant reform to the private rented sector (PRS) since the Housing Act 1988. First introduced...

• February 10, 2025

Sell Rental Property

Do I need an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) to sell my house?

If you're planning to sell your house, you may be wondering, "Do I need an EPC to sell my house?" The short...

• January 27, 2025

Sell House Fast

House Chain Broken: What Are Your Options?

Property chains are a common aspect of the UK housing market. In most cases, the successful completion of a house sale depends...

• January 27, 2025

House Sale Fall Through

Downsizing Home in 2025

As we step into 2025, more homeowners in the UK are contemplating a significant lifestyle shift: downsizing their homes. For many, this...

• January 22, 2025

Sell My House Downsizing

Selling a House After Divorce: A Simple, Stress-Free Way Forward

January is often seen as a time for new beginnings but for some, it can also mark the end of a chapter....

• January 22, 2025

Selling a House After Divorce

Is it the Decline of the Buy-to-Let Empire? Why Landlords Are Selling Up?

The UK’s buy-to-let (BTL) market, once a lucrative investment avenue, is facing a dramatic shift. Landlords are selling up in record numbers,...

• December 12, 2024

Sell Rental Property

Mortgage Repossessions Surge in 2024—What It Means for UK Homeowners

The year 2024 has witnessed a sharp rise in mortgage repossessions across the UK, signalling the growing financial distress among homeowners. Recent...

• December 11, 2024

Stop Home Repossession