If you’re planning to buy a home soon, you might assume the best place to start is on the property portals, Rightmove, Zoopla, or OnTheMarket. But the truth is, the savviest buyers are seeing homes long before they ever appear online. Here’s why registering with an agent puts you one step ahead.

Over the past half century, the British housing market has transformed beyond recognition. 🏡 House prices have risen dramatically, far outpacing inflation and wages. For some, the gains have been life-changing — for others, the climb onto the property ladder feels steeper than ever. Share your 1970s Attleborough stories below! 💬

Falling mortgage rates are bringing welcome relief to first-time buyers. Monthly repayments on the average UK first-time buyer mortgage are now around £355 less than three years ago — easing financial pressure and making homeownership feel more achievable for many ready to take their first step onto the property ladder.

Rents have surged unevenly in recent years, revealing a striking divide shaped by shifting incomes and tenant affordability. While some areas have seen rapid momentum, others have moved more steadily, exposing a complex landscape that reflects economic pressures and evolving demand in communities.