reallymoving Blog and Insights

We study the property market to bring you interesting and relevant news from the world of property buying, selling and more in the UK and abroad.

UK Budget 2021: Key Property Market Announcements Explained

Reallymoving analyses what was announced in the recent Budget from a property perspective and what it means for the industry at large.

 

Buying a house, Help and Advice, News

Help to Buy Scheme Extension: Essential Details for Homebuyers

Reallymoving looks at the latest extension of the original Help to Buy scheme until the end of May 2021, how this is affecting buyers and what comes after with the revised programme.
 

 

First Time Buyers, Buying a house, News

Cladding Crisis Update: Government Measures and Industry Reaction

Reallymoving takes a look at the latest announcements surrounding the cladding crisis, including new government funding and a controversial loan system, and the industry reaction to it.

 

News

Saving for a Home in the Pandemic: Tips and Strategies

The current pandemic has had a massive impact on all our lives, especially on the way that we both spend and save our money.
 

First Time Buyers, First Time Buyer, Coronavirus

Key Boiler Checks for Homebuyers: What You Need to Know

When looking to buy a property, it is important not to overlook utilities like boilers. Faulty boilers could lead to issues which could cost you a lot of money down the line.

Buying a house, Before you buy, Help and Advice

Key Leasehold Reforms Announced: What You Need to Know

Reallymoving analyses the government’s latest proposals to overhaul the controversial leasehold system, including a scrapping of the marriage value and allowing people to extend their leasehold at zero ground rent.

Conveyancing, Buying a house, News

2020 in Review: Top 10 UK Home Moving Trends

We’ve looked back on what moving home was like in 2020 – who was moving, where and when – and you might find our statistics surprising...

News

The Hardest Places to Get Planning Permission Revealed

Research from Roofing Megastore has revealed where in the UK it is most difficult, and most easy, to get planning permission approved for your property.
 

Conveyancing

Navigating Mortgage and Rent Challenges After Job Loss

Whether you're a homeowner or a tenant, the idea of being financially insecure during a pandemic can be scary. Here's what you need to know about your mortgage or tenancy during lockdown.

Coronavirus