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The latest property market insights, tips and analysis for UK home sellers
Fixed savings rates hit 5.25%: should homeowners with spare cash act now?
Top fixed-rate bonds now pay 5.25%, but economists expect rates to climb further. Here's how homeowners should think about locking in savings now.
Brand loyalty and property value: lessons from celebrity endorsements
When high-profile partnerships falter, what does it teach us about investment decisions? A look at calculated risk and diversification in an uncertain market.
Planning for uncertainty: what homeowners should do when the future feels unclear
Homeownership comes with inherent uncertainty. Here's how to build financial resilience and make smarter decisions when markets feel unpredictable.
Health crises and long appeals: what property owners can learn from benefit delays
When illness strikes a homeowner, financial stress can follow. A US case study shows how benefit delays compound hardship and what UK buyers should plan for.
Protection insurance claims hit record high: what sellers need to know
Record insurance payouts suggest more UK homeowners are securing their families' futures. Here's what that means for your property plans.
Student debt reshapes first-time buyer plans across the UK
New guidance on student loan terms raises questions for graduates juggling repayments with mortgage ambitions as rates remain elevated.
Savers gain as bond market shakes mortgage pricing
Rising government borrowing costs are pushing fixed-rate mortgages higher, but the picture for savers and pensioners looks more optimistic.
Who decides your lender's rules? A lesson from boardroom power
When institutions make decisions behind closed doors, homeowners pay the price. Here's why your voice matters in how mortgages are priced and approved.
Premium bonds beat savings accounts: what savers need to know
NS&I boosts premium bond prizes for the second time in two months. Here's whether they make sense for UK homeowners building property wealth.
Property abroad: what UK sellers should know about overseas investment
Considering a second home or investment property abroad? Here's how overseas purchases fit into your UK tax and mortgage picture.
When supply squeezes hit hard: what the beef shortage teaches UK property owners
Rising prices don't always mean rising profits. A US beef crisis shows how supply shortages can inflate costs across entire industries, with lessons for UK homeowners facing inflated repair and renovation bills.
Pension withdrawals and property: the tax trap sellers should know about
Retiring homeowners face a hidden tax squeeze when combining pension income with property sale proceeds. Here's how to protect your money.