Home Décor Trends for 2023
The New Year gives us the opportunity to assess our surroundings and figure out what’s missing. If you’re hoping to chase away those January blues with a spruce-up, you’ve come to the right place! Here are the top upcoming décor trends we’re expecting to see a lot more of in 2023… Sunset hues Warm, soothing […]
Regional Property Market Update Winter 2022: South East Home Counties
Market recalibration Price moderation and a sales slowdown are likely over the coming months but should be considered in the context of economic history, the frenzied post-pandemic market and the longer-term outlook. The Autumn Statement provided a sobering assessment of the UK economy, but forecasts for the housing market are less dramatic than during 1989-1993 […]
How to Create a Cosy Atmosphere in Your Home
The winds are turning brisk, the leaves have succumbed to their final colours and hedgehogs are curled up in hibernation. Winter is all about transitioning into a state of renewal, and while the scene outside your window evolves into a wonderful, frosty landscape, the interior of your home could be in need of some seasonal […]
The Spookiest Places to Live in the UK
The UK has such a rich and varied heritage, so it comes as no surprise that spooky stories and ghost sightings are endless. To get you in the Halloween spirit, we’ve found the UK’s most chilling towns, streets and villages, along with a bit of background about the strange findings associated with each daring destination. […]
Top 10 Things Homebuyers Look for in a Property
Property hunting is never easy, so a great way to narrow down the search is to establish a list of ‘must-haves’ for your new home. Here are some of the most popular home attributes that buyers specifically search for… Garages with Extra Storage Space For most first-time buyers, owning a home is their first opportunity to gain […]
A Guide To Green Mortgages
With a keen interest in sustainability becoming a growing trend for homeowners and the broader community, many Brits are open to a ‘green mortgage’ – but what is it? What is a green mortgage? A green mortgage is a type of mortgage that buyers can use when purchasing a property that meets specific energy […]
Go green and invest in the planet this Earth Day
Earth Day 2022 falls on Friday 22nd April and celebrates it’s 52nd year this year. The worldwide initiative encourages businesses, governments and individuals to act boldly, innovate broadly and implement equitably to ensure we take care of our planet. A more sustainable world starts with all of us and however small our actions may seem, […]
The Electric Revolution: Why New Homes are Being Future-Proofed
As the UK is committed to reaching net-zero emissions by 2050, the Government is looking to property developers and new homeowners to take responsibility for the planet in small, but significant ways. This is why, new legislation states that every new home built from 2022, with an associated parking space, will be required to have […]
Buying a House with Solar Panels
According to industry figures, approximately 900,000 British homes have solar photovoltaic (PV) panels installed. If you are looking to buy a house, there’s every chance that you will come across properties that have a solar roof installation. The benefits of using solar panels The benefits of owning a house with solar panels are certainly […]
Regional Property Market Update Autumn 2021: Thames Valley, Berkshire, Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire
Price growth strong across all regions Annual property price growth in the South East is significantly stronger than a year ago, as the shortage of property to buy continues to support prices. Agents across the region report the current sales to stock ratio remains high (RICS), with properties selling in just 39 days (Rightmove). Double-digit […]