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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

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

UK Housing Minister Change: Impact of the Latest Reshuffle

Another change to the position of Housing Minister – the eleventh postholder in 12 years. Here’s what his in-tray looks like.

News

Vaccination and Home Moving: What UK Movers Need to Know

How does vaccination status and self-isolation affect house moves, following changing government guidance? 

Removals, News, Coronavirus

Impact of Interest Rate Rises on UK Moving Costs

Here’s a look at what the recent rise in interest rates means for the cost of moving in 2022.

Moving home, Costs and Fees, News, Mortgages

2021 in Review: Key UK Property Market Insights

We look back at the major property events in 2021 and how they might affect the market in 2022.

Conveyancing, Buying a house, Selling a home, Help and Advice, News, reallymoving Updates

Understanding the Residential Property Developer Tax in the UK

A look at the new Residential Property Developer Tax and what it means for housing.

Legal, News