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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.

Garden Homes Demand: Premium & Popularity

A look at whether having an outside space really adds as much value to a British home in 2022 as it has in the past?

Buying a house, Finding a house, Selling a home, Plants and Gardens

Street Votes Explained: Impact of The Queen's Speech

A look at the new 'levelling up' plans announced as a way to give residents more input into property planning in their local area.

Conveyancing Process, First Time Buyer, News

The Building Safety Act: Key Changes & Impacts Explained

On April 28 2022, the Building Safety Bill received Royal Assent after passing through both Houses to become an Act of Parliament. Having passed into law, it is now known as the Building Safety Act. 

Surveys, Legal, Surveying Process, News

Crossrail's Arrival: Impacts on London Property Market

After many years of delays, controversy and complications, Crossrail is finally set to open in the first half of this year, more than three years after its proposed original start date. 

Buying a house, London moving advice, Costs and Fees, News

Rising Living Costs & Their Impact on Home-Buying

The current cost of living crisis is arguably the biggest squeeze on living standards since the 1950s.  

Buying a house, Moving home, EPCs, News

Economic Crime Bill: Effects on the Property Market

One of the many geopolitical consequences of the ongoing Ukraine-Russia war has been an increased focus on Russian money in the UK, which is particularly centred on London and typically tied up in property. 

Legal, News

Enhanced Transparency: What's New in Property Listings

Following the recent joint announcement by Trading Standards and the Government regarding upfront information on property listings, here’s what it could mean for the industry. 

Buying a house, Finding a house, Estate Agents

Is It Really Best to Buy Instead of Renting?

Most people looking to move out from their family home will be told that buying is the better option to renting. But is this always the case?

First Time Buyers, Buying a house, Renting, First Time Buyer

Transparency Drive: The Push for Open Referral Fees

Referral fees are one of the most controversial aspects of estate agency. What's being done to change that?

Estate Agents, Costs and Fees, News