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    Adding value: the small improvements that make a big difference

    Adding value: the small improvements that make a big difference

    Published 2 days ago

    The unassailable attractiveness of property as a money-making asset persists. While passive appreciation still exists – that’s when homes gradually increase in value with nothing more than time – homeowners are looking at adding values in other ways.

     

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    Pattern drenching: when more is more

    Pattern drenching: when more is more

    Published 9 days ago

    Avid readers may remember our blog on colour drenching – the interior design trend that sees every surface in one room – walls, ceiling, woodwork and radiators – painted in the same colour.

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    Latest: July property market report

    Latest: July property market report

    Published 16 days ago

    We have reached the midpoint of 2025. The first half of the year has been surprisingly steady but what happened in the last four weeks? We take a look at the trends shaping the current UK property market.

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    A tenant’s guide to the Renters’ Rights Bill

    A tenant’s guide to the Renters’ Rights Bill

    Published 23 days ago

    The Renters’ Rights Bill has taken another step towards becoming law. With no major amendments expected, it’s now that tenants should take notice of the Bill’s contents.

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    Deeds or a Will: which matters most when owning a property?

    Deeds or a Will: which matters most when owning a property?

    Published about 1 month ago

    Despite how morbid it feels, deciding what happens to a property you own when you die is something you need to decide early in the buying process. In fact, you’ll need to tell your solicitor your preferred course of action before you finalise a purchase.

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    Every seller should try biophilic decluttering

    Every seller should try biophilic decluttering

    Published about 1 month ago

    Described by House Beautiful as ‘the secret to a calm and clutter-free home’, biophilic decluttering is a trend we can really get behind. It merges two interior aspects that are hugely important when selling a home – presenting a property that’s clear and streamlined, and dressing a home so it is visually appealing.

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    Latest: June property market report

    Latest: June property market report

    Published about 1 month ago

    Both portal heavyweights provided a monthly snapshot of the sales market in May. As ever, Rightmove focused on asking prices. The UK’s average asking price for new instructions increased 0.6%, with a more expensive advertised price of £379,517.

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    Commonhold Q&A: everything a flat buyer should know

    Commonhold Q&A: everything a flat buyer should know

    Published about 2 months ago

    Commonhold is a property term that’s been in the press recently. If the current Government gets its way, this method of owning a flat or apartment is something we could see a lot more off. Ahead of a more widespread adoption, we have answered the most popular commonhold questions. 

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    Garden etiquette for tenants this summer

    Garden etiquette for tenants this summer

    Published about 2 months ago

    When you become a renter, you’re expected to behave in a ‘tenant like manner’ and that extends to outside spaces as much as inside the home. If in any doubt as to what that means, you can refer to your tenancy agreement. It should list the specific garden jobs you’re responsible for, and what your landlord should maintain. If there’s scant detail, contact us and we can obtain written clarification for you.

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    15 to try: pistachio & matcha green home décor ideas

    15 to try: pistachio & matcha green home décor ideas

    Published 2 months ago

    Green is the colour that continues to dominate interior design but with such a wide spectrum of shades available, it is easy to feel overwhelmed by the choice.

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    Latest: May property market report

    Latest: May property market report

    Published 2 months ago

    How did April pan out in the property market? We take a look at the price reports and moving trends to inform your next move. Plus, we’re discussing Donald Trump and his surprising effect on the UK mortgage market.

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    The spring cleaning jobs that will boost your home’s value

    The spring cleaning jobs that will boost your home’s value

    Published 3 months ago

    We may sound like a broken record but property presentation really does matter when you’re trying to attract buyers and achieve the best price for your home.

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