January 2026 brought a strong start to the property market. The average new seller asking price jumped 2.8% month-on-month to £368,031, the largest January increase on record and the biggest monthly rise for any month since June 2015. Buyer demand surged 57% in the two weeks after Christmas. New listings
The numbers that define the current lettings market tell a clear story about supply and demand. According to Propertymark’s January 2026 housing insight report, new fully managed property instructions fell to an average of 3.87 per member branch, while each available property attracted an average of seven applicants. Stock is
Phase 1 of the Renters’ Rights Act is now live, bringing significant legal changes for landlords across England. The new framework introduces several immediate obligations, many with strict deadlines and substantial penalties for non-compliance. For landlords, the first month of implementation is critical. Establishing proper procedures now will help avoid
Student property landlords face unique challenges when aligning tenancy end dates with September academic year starts. Ground 4A provides a specific possession route for student accommodation, but success depends on understanding its scope, notice requirements, and transitional rules. With changes to possession laws coming into effect from May 2026, landlords
Insurance policies that worked perfectly well under the old rules may leave you exposed under the Renters’ Rights Act. The regulatory changes have fundamentally shifted what landlords are liable for, and your insurance needs to keep pace. Why your old policy might not be enoughMany landlord insurance policies were designed
May brings gardens to life with peak blooming season, lush growth, and optimal weather for outdoor living. Properties marketing during May benefit enormously from strategic garden staging, transforming outdoor spaces into compelling selling features that significantly enhance overall property appeal and achievable sale prices. First impressions begin outsideGardens create crucial
Understanding mortgage products before property searching intensifies can help first-time buyers explore their options. Knowledge of different products and features supports informed decision-making when the time comes to make financing choices. Fixed rate mortgages provide certaintyFixed rate products maintain consistent interest rates and monthly payments for specified periods typically ranging
