Landlords across England are being given advance notice of an important change to the private rented sector, with the government announcing the regional deadlines for registering rental properties on England's new Private Rented Sector Database.

The UK property market continues to evolve, but for many aspiring homeowners, getting a mortgage can still feel like one of the biggest obstacles to moving forward. While traditional mortgage applications often focus on a regular salary and straightforward employment history, an increasing number of people now earn their income in different ways.

If moving is starting to feel more realistic, September is a useful time to prepare. Understanding your budget, priorities and local property search now could make things much easier when the right home appears.

While location, asking price and property size remain key factors when making a move, rising energy costs and growing environmental awareness are encouraging households to look more closely at how their homes perform.