Trends in the housing market are often the result of some other external force. Most recently, there was the race for space, formed because of lockdown. Now, a possible shift towards a rise in demand for new-build homes due to mounting concerns surrounding the energy price crisis, according to research from JLL.

As Rightmove report a huge year-on-year rise in the number of houses being put up for sale, the National Association of Property Buyers believes April is set to be the busiest period “for decades” as prices continue to soar - especially outside London.

When searching for your new dream home, it's easy to get stuck focussing solely on the bricks and mortar. How many bedrooms? What's the kitchen like? etc. When buying a new home, you are not only purchasing the house, you're also buying into the neighbourhood.

People often start thinking about selling in the spring – it’s the start of a new year with new possibilities, the weather is starting to warm up making homes and gardens more attractive, and the days get longer.

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The desire to move remains on the agenda for many, with little sign yet that economic headwinds are impacting the property barometer dial.

The Zoopla UK House Price Index Report is our monthly analysis of UK property market data, and annual price growth statistics for the UK, all countries and regions and 20 major UK cities.

We take a quick look at a few of the changes coming our way in May 2022

We explore what the rising rate of older renters means for landlords. A two-minute read.

Following seven consecutive months of rising, the number of 'green' products available to landlord borrowers has surged to the highest ever level, according to research from BTL mortgage broker, Mortgages For Business.

Making Tax Digital is an important government initiative that has already started to transform how people and businesses keep financial records and report tax-related data to HMRC.

Demand for rural properties amongst buyers looking for greater access to outdoor space and lower density living continues to rise.