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September was packed full of property information. There was news from all the big hitters, including the Prime Minister, major banks and the big portals. Here are the facts and stats shaping the current market.

In
an era defined by technological innovation, the realm of property management
has not remained untouched. Enter Proptech – a term amalgamating
“property” and “technology” – revolutionising the landscape
for Landlords and Property Managers.

Keeping up with the latest property and mortgage news can feel like a full-time job, and that’s why our team does the reading and research for you. Something homeowners may have missed is the launch of the Mortgage Charter. It got a very brief mention in the press, so we’ve provided some more details in the shape of this Q&A article.

Since its summer recess, the government has been busy updating guidance and releasing its plans for future legislation that affects lettings compliance. Here’s an overview.

We had to check the date wasn’t 1st April but this autumn, a quite unbelievable collaboration was announced. Paint specialist Lick has teamed up with food manufacturer Heinz to launch a very special product.

Rishi Sunak has announced that the government’s plans to amend EPC rating requirements for properties and ban gas boilers will be watered down for homeowners and landlords.

Moving home is one of the most physically, emotionally and financially challenging milestones in life and very few people decide to relocate on a whim. That was until the pandemic.

Are you thinking about taking the leap into the world of
property ownership and becoming a Landlord in the UK?

Whether you’re
considering purchasing an investment property, inheriting a property, or
utilising surplus real estate, this comprehensive guide will help you navigate
the exciting and potentially profitable journey of becoming a Landlord.

It’s hard to ignore the UK’s rental market as we head towards autumn, which continues to run hot. According to HomeLet’s August Rental Index, the cost of renting a property has risen 1.4% in the last four weeks. UK tenants can now expect to pay an average of £1,261 per month.

Improving a property can be done for a variety of reasons. Some have their eye on a ‘fixer upper’ property that needs work, while others may want to make changes ahead of a sale. Whatever your motivation, it’s good to know how much the work will cost, what’s in fashion and what might tick the boxes of potential buyers. Luckily, the latestRated People Home Improvement Trends report sheds light on all these aspects.

If you are looking for a new home, you may browse online portals, see details in an agents’ branch window or look at the boards outside houses, noting a variety of different terms used to describe the property’s status.