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The latest property market insights, tips and analysis for UK home sellers
Real estate agents are thriving while buyers wait it out
Post-Brexit upheaval created winners and losers in UK property. New research shows who's capitalising while the wider market stalls.
Sellers are finally pricing homes to sell, not to dream
June saw the biggest asking price drop in 14 years as sellers accept market reality. Here's what that means for your next move.
Small builders are finally getting a fair crack at new housing finance
The National Housing Bank's £16bn fund was designed to help smaller house builders access finance. Here's what it means for the homes being built near you.
Political change and your property: what local elections mean for house prices
Local and national politics shape planning policy, interest rates and your home's future value. Here's what's really at stake for buyers and sellers.
Sports venues boost local house prices. What sellers should know.
Major sporting events and football culture drive neighbourhood desirability and house prices. Here's how sellers can capitalise on local sporting heritage.
How American resilience is reshaping where UK property investors look
The US economy's ability to weather global shocks is shifting investment patterns and expectations for UK homeowners watching their own market stagnate.
Passive cooling beats air conditioning in new UK homes
Major housing association Peabody is prioritising natural ventilation and design over air conditioning in new builds to cut energy bills for residents.
Green homes and energy costs: what Australia's renewable shift means for UK property owners
As global economies transition to clean energy, Australian policy signals what's coming for UK homeowners' bills and property values. Here's what to expect.
Waiting for interest rates to fall? Here's why homeowners shouldn't hold their breath
Central banks face pressure to act on inflation, but premature rate cuts could repeat past mistakes. What homeowners should do now.
London and Northern Ireland drive property sales slowdown
Early June saw property sales fall 8.9% year-on-year across the UK, with London and Northern Ireland hit hardest. But the bigger picture tells a different story.
Property forecasts are too safe. Here's why that matters to buyers
Expert projections for UK house prices may be underestimating future growth. History shows cautious forecasting can mean buyers and sellers miss real opportunities.
Disabled residents still lack fire safety plans nine years on from Grenfell
New government rules on emergency evacuation plans for disabled residents fall short of Grenfell's key recommendations, leaving vulnerable people still at risk.