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The latest property market insights, tips and analysis for UK home sellers
School catchment premiums: what sellers should know
Properties near top state secondaries command £40,000 premiums. What does this mean for your home's value and saleability?
Treasury influence and house prices: who's really steering the market
Government fiscal policy shapes mortgage rates and affordability more than most buyers realise. Here's what's actually happening behind the scenes.
Building safety funds arrive, but expertise is the real bottleneck
New government money for low-rise building remediation signals progress, but homeowners and buyers should know the real constraint isn't cash—it's the people needed to assess and fix the problems.
National parks cost 24% more: what sellers and buyers need to know
Properties in UK national parks command a significant price premium, but restricted building and scenic appeal tell only half the story for buyers and sellers.
Supply chains and your home: why protectionism reshapes house prices
Economic nationalism in manufacturing affects building costs and property values. Here's how isolation backfires on homeowners.
Oil prices and mortgage rates: the Middle East link you didn't know you had
Geopolitical tensions in the Strait of Hormuz push oil prices higher. Here's why that matters for your mortgage deal and home buying plans.
How relisting your home actually shifts sales figures
Data shows that taking your home off the market and relisting it boosts your chances of selling, even without a price cut. Here's what sellers need to know.
Global debt costs are climbing. Here's what that means for UK mortgages
Rising bond yields across major economies are pushing up government borrowing costs. We explain how this ripples through to your mortgage rates and home buying power.
How legal costs could reshape your home insurance bills
A landmark court case has left high-profile figures with a £19m legal bill. Experts warn homeowners could face rising insurance costs as a result.
Corporate cash and UK science education: what museums reveal about property values
As institutions rethink fossil fuel partnerships, property experts reveal how cultural investment shapes neighbourhood desirability and long-term home values.
Who decides your lender's rules? A lesson from boardroom power
When institutions make decisions behind closed doors, homeowners pay the price. Here's why your voice matters in how mortgages are priced and approved.
Government bonds and your mortgage: what hidden inflation means for rates
Financial repression could keep mortgage rates artificially high for years. Here's what UK homeowners need to understand about the connection.