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.

Buying a property in the UK is an exciting milestone, whether it’s your very first home, a move up the ladder, or an investment purchase. But beyond deposits, mortgage deals, and moving vans, there’s one unavoidable cost that catches many buyers off guard: taxes.

If your letting agent isn’t delivering, you don’t have to stay stuck. Switching agents is easier than many landlords realise and could protect your investment long-term. Here’s how the process works, and why September is the perfect time to act.

Buying or selling a home in the UK can be an exciting time—but also a stressful one, particularly when you're part of a property chain. While it's often unavoidable, being in a chain introduces multiple dependencies.