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The latest property news for first-time buyers, seasoned investors, landlords and renters and everyone in between.
Market updates
What’s happened in the housing market this month?
As of November 2023, the housing market in Great Britain has experienced a notable decline in asking prices.
Home and moving
10 Tips for moving over Christmas
Moving house during the Christmas season comes with its own set of challenges, but it's certainly manageable with careful planning and organisation.
Market updates
5 surprising reasons for the 3-bed home shortage
Three bedroom homes for sale are hard to come by at the moment, and it’s because everyone wants one - from first-time buyers to retirees.
Selling
Home staging ideas to help sell your home
Home staging can play a crucial role in making your property more appealing to potential buyers. Here's a summary of the home staging tips mentioned in the article:
Home and moving
Reasons to Consider Downsizing:
The decision to downsize a house comes with various considerations, both in terms of potential benefits and associated costs.
Market updates
Buyer Confidence returns to the market
Buyer confidence in the housing market is on the rise, driven by a pause in bank rate increases and the prospect of lower mortgage rates.
Buying
What does a surveyor do on a property visit?
A surveyor plays a crucial role in the property buying process by conducting inspections to assess the condition and value of a property.
JW Wood news
Veteran Director Geoff Graham Commemorates 50 Years since starting at JW Wood.
In an era when job-hopping is more the rule than the exception, the story of Geoff Graham stands out in stark contrast.
Home and moving
A home office is the most desired extra room
A recent survey of 2,000 homeowners in the UK has shed light on their preferences when it comes to additional rooms in their homes. Here are the key findings from the survey:
Buying
What’s best – a 2 year or 5 year fixed mortgage
Mortgage rates can vary based on the type of mortgage and the duration of the fixed rate. Here's a breakdown of the key differences between 2-year and 5-year fixed-rate mortgages:
Selling
Red Flags that put a buyer off
If you're selling a house – or are thinking about putting your home on the market – the last thing you want is to put a buyer off with something that can easily be avoided.
Buying
Here’s how to find the cheapest mortgage deal
While fixed mortgage rates may be showing a slight decline, they still remain relatively high for property buyers and those looking to remortgaging. Here's a guide on how to secure the best possible deal when taking out a new mortgage.