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The latest property news for first-time buyers, seasoned investors, landlords and renters and everyone in between.
Buying
What to Look for When Viewing a Property this Year
With spring in full swing and interest rates finally starting to ease, now is a great time to take those first (or next) steps on the property ladder.
Buying
Buying vs Renting in 2025: Which Is Right for You?
According to recent research by Hamptons, monthly mortgage payments and rental costs are now closely aligned.
Buying
Good News for Homebuyers: Mortgage Rates Are Easing
The Bank of England has just reduced the Base Rate to 4.25% (as of 8 May 2025)— a small but welcome shift for homebuyers, movers, and those looking to remortgage.
Home and moving
From Sold to Settled: JW Wood’s Step-by-Step Moving Home Checklist
Whether you're moving up, scaling down, or buying your very first home, it’s a big step—and we know it can feel a bit overwhelming at times.
Selling
How to Prepare Your Home for Sale: Why Your Garden Could Be the Secret to a Faster, Higher-Priced Offer
At JW Wood Estate Agents, we know that first impressions are everything. While staging your living room and decluttering your hallway is important, one area that often seals the deal is your garden.
Landlords
Preparing for EPC Changes: What Landlords Need to Know
The UK government has reaffirmed its commitment to creating a more energy-efficient rental sector, with further details emerging on Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) requirements ahead of the 2030 deadline.
Buying
Buying a Home as a Single Person: A First-Time Buyer’s Guide
Are you looking to get on the property ladder as a single buyer? You’re not alone!
Market updates
Government Plans to Make Homebuying 'Quicker and Cheaper' – What This Means for You
The homebuying process in the UK has long been criticised for being slow, expensive, and uncertain.
Selling
Get Ahead of the Spring Property Surge – Why Now is the Perfect Time to Sell
As we move towards spring, the property market is gearing up for one of its busiest times of the year. Traditionally, spring sees a surge in buyers actively searching for their next home, making it the ideal season to sell.
Market updates
House Prices Edge Up as Buyer Choice Hits 10-Year High
As we step into the bustling spring selling season, the housing market is witnessing an increase in activity.
Home and moving
Is Dopamine Decorating Still In? How to Make This Joyful Trend Work in 2025
If you’re considering refreshing your home this year, you may have come across the term ‘dopamine decorating.
Selling
4 Home Interior Improvements That Impress Buyers
If you’re considering selling your home this year, making the right interior improvements can significantly enhance its appeal to prospective buyers.