Downsizing can be a smart move at the right time—but how do you know when that is? This guide highlights common signs that it might be time to consider a smaller home and the benefits it can bring.

In early 2023, headlines warned of a looming UK house price crash—but the reality has played out quite differently. Rather than collapse, the market has shown resilience, with modest shifts and growing stability, particularly in towns like Attleborough. As we move through 2025, fears of a crash appear increasingly unfounded.

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The Bank of England’s latest rate cut to 4%—its lowest in two years—offers a boost to buyer confidence and affordability. With UK home sales up 7.5% year-on-year, the move is expected to support stability in Attleborough’s housing market, though the pace of mortgage rate changes may remain gradual.