If you’re planning to buy a home soon, you might assume the best place to start is on the property portals, Rightmove, Zoopla, or OnTheMarket. But the truth is, the savviest buyers are seeing homes long before they ever appear online. Here’s why registering with an agent puts you one step ahead.

Selling your home during the festive season can feel like a dilemma—especially when the Christmas decorations start coming out. Many UK homeowners wonder whether showcasing their property with festive décor will make it feel more appealing… or whether it could put buyers off.

Selling a family home is about more than moving, it’s about managing a transition with clarity, care and confidence. Here’s how to approach your move in early 2026 with less stress and more ease.

"The quality of the buyer matters just as much as the offer they make" A motivated buyer can mean a faster sale, fewer complications, & a smoother transaction from offer to completion. But how can you tell who’s genuinely serious and who may cause delays or fall through later? Here’s how to identify a motivated buyer in today’s UK property market.