Renting a new home can be an exciting fresh start—but it’s important to know what you’re getting into. Whether you’re moving into your first rental or switching properties, understanding what to look for can save you stress, money, and future headaches. Here’s a detailed guide to what every tenant should check before signing on the dotted line.

Buying your first home is an exciting milestone, but it can also feel overwhelming. With so much to consider—budgets, mortgages, legal paperwork, and finding the right property—it’s easy to feel lost in the process. This guide outlines the key things every first-time buyer should know before taking that first step onto the property ladder.

Selling your home can feel like a daunting process, but with some careful preparation, you can give yourself the best possible chance of attracting the right buyer and achieving a smooth, successful sale. From creating the right first impression to dealing with those little jobs you’ve been meaning to do for years, here’s how to get your home market-ready.

At the heart of everything we do are three core values: Customer First, Committed, and Genuine — and Phil’s journey is a great example of how those values come to life.

If we had a pound for every time we heard, “Is now a good time to sell?”, we wouldn't need to sell any houses at all!

For many homeowners, the idea of selling a property after 20 or more years can feel like stepping into the unknown. The market has changed. The process has changed. Even the language around selling has changed.

You might think estate agents just pop up with a camera, whack your property online, and then disappear until offer day. Not quite.

So, you've had your market appraisal—great move! Now what? You could sit back and wait for the stars to align… or you could use this time to get ahead of the game (without breaking into a sweat).

If you’ve been thinking about selling your home, you might’ve seen the headlines: asking prices are starting to drop. Rightmove just released their latest House Price Index, and it shows the biggest July price dip in over 20 years. So, what does that mean if you're planning to list soon?

An EWS1 form confirms the fire safety of a building’s external walls. Introduced after the Grenfell tragedy, it’s often required by mortgage lenders for flats in taller buildings or those with cladding, helping assess potential fire risks and impact on property value.

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Thinking about moving home? Many people wait until their property is ready before contacting an estate agent. However, getting your agent involved early can genuinely transform your entire moving experience. Let's explore why.