Food prices continue to rise, with the price of food rising by over a third over the last five years by July 2025. As a result, shopping for meals has become increasingly more expensive, meaning that many Brits are opting for cheaper sources of food.
According to brand new data from MyBuilder.com , the reliable way to hire tradespeople, 35 per cent of UK shoppers have considered...
The latest research by London lettings and estate agent, Benham and Reeves, has revealed a stark disparity in asking prices depending on how extensively a property is marketed, with homes listed using four photos or fewer priced almost £80,000 lower on average than those benefiting from five or more images.
Benham and Reeves analysed current for-sale listings across England,...
The government's renewed focus on energy efficiency in the private rented sector is set to place further strain on DIY landlords, according to a leading brokerage founder.
But Ian Macbeth, managing partner of Avocado Property believes this has created a significant commercial opportunity for professional letting agents.
This week, ministers outlined further detail around the...
The latest research from Property DriveBuy has found that estate agents are starting 2026 on a stronger footing, with the majority reporting an increase in buyer enquiries and viewing requests, while one in five are also seeing more offers being made. However, despite these early signs of improving market conditions, only a small proportion of agents are currently investing in their...
Homeowners could cut up to £2,000 a year from their energy bills this Energy Savers Week, by combining targeted home improvements with simple efficiency changes and, in doing so, they could improve their mortgage affordability by qualifying for a green mortgage - further boosting the savings on offer from taking a greener approach to homeownership.
Nathan Khider, owner of Nathan K Real Estate, has unveiled a list of surprising locations worth investing in, including Mile End, Plaistow, Earls Court and Ashford – areas which were far less desirable just a few years ago.
But as more and more get priced out of the trendy areas, regeneration projects transforming these less popular postcodes are placing them at the top of buyers'...
2% plan to adopt and use AI for listings, leads and marketing, while two-thirds turn to automation to manage regulation
Alto Agency Trends Report also reveals deep divides over AI in estate agency as a third of agents remain 'nervous' or 'unsure' around AI despite widespread adoption plans
AI is set to reshape the UK property sector in 2026,...
New analysis from Zoopla, one of the UK's leading property websites, reveals the scale of the early rebound in sales market activity over the first two weeks of January and what this means for buyers and sellers planning a home move in 2026.
Most homes for sale at start of the year for 8 years
The stock of homes for sale has increased over recent years, highlighting a...
The latest research by Yopa has revealed that first-time buyers are beginning to return to the market, encouraged by stabilising interest rates and the base rate cut seen in December, with demand edging higher during the final quarter of the year.
Yopa analysed first-time buyer (FTB) demand based on the proportion of homes listed under buying schemes* that have already sold subject...
With snow and ice causing chaos across the UK, freezing mornings are back, and so are hazardous driveways. Experts are warning homeowners to watch their step and consider how they de-ice their driveways.
Most people reach straight for rock salt, but doing so could end up costing homeowners thousands. Not only does it leave a messy residue, but it can also slowly damage concrete,...
