Over 70,000 homemovers set to miss stamp duty deadline

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If you’ve moved home recently, or you’re going through the home-buying process right now, chances are it’s taking much longer to get your keys than you might have expected. The home-buying process in England is taking longer than ever, with an average completion time of 163 days – over five months from the time a … Read more

House prices edge up as buyer choice hits 10-year high

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We’re fast approaching the Spring selling season, which is one of the busiest periods of the year for the housing market. People emerge from winter hibernation mode to start their search for a new home, as well as lots more people listing their homes for sale.  The average price of property coming to market has … Read more

When is the best time of year to sell a home?

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Putting your home up for sale can feel putting a brand new life chapter in motion. But the big question – when to do it? Our latest research shows that February and March are the best months to list your home if you’re want to maximise your chances of a successful sale. In fact, nearly … Read more

What are the benefits of buying a new-build home?

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3 – 9 February 2025 is New Homes Week. So we’re shining a spotlight on just some of the benefits you can expect with a move to a new-build home. Some go without saying: you get to immerse yourself in an untouched space, a home for making memories in that’s only ever been yours. But … Read more

5 castles worthy of The Traitors

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With the third season of BBC hit show The Traitors coming to an end this week, we couldn’t resist a look round some showstopping castles that wouldn’t look out of place on the set of the show. From estates with large grounds perfect for hosting the prize-winning ‘missions’, to homes with plenty of nooks to … Read more