The market continues to demonstrate resilience with buyer enquiry and new seller numbers remaining ahead of the same period in 2024. Despite decade-high choice for buyers, the average property price increased 1.4% (+ £5,312) this month. This is ahead of the average April increase and sets a new record of £377,182.

Black mould, an unsightly and potentially dangerous issue, can raise serious concerns for potential buyers and is often visible in marketing photographs. Therefore, it's crucial to address this issue before listing your property for sale. But what exactly causes it, and how can you effectively resolve the problem?

The recent stock market volatility, triggered by President Trump's imposition of sweeping tariffs, has raised concerns about potential ripple effects across various sectors, including the UK housing market.

You've decided to move. So, before you arrange a valuation, should you pack up all your personal items, hide family photos and paint the whole house white? Read this article to find out how you can prepare your home for sale to maximise its value without removing all traces of your family.