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Back to School, Back to Moving: Could You Be Home for Christmas?

The school bags are packed, the summer holidays are over and September has arrived. For many households, the return to school also marks the return to routine – and traditionally, that brings renewed activity to the property market. After the distractions of the summer holidays, September and early autumn… Read More
07/09/2026
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  • Categories: Christmas and New Year, Family, house hunting, House Market
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Residential Lettings Growth Investment

McCarthy Holden Premises Fleet Hampshire
The residential lettings business of McCarthy Holden has just appointed another senior director, adding even more experience to our trusted and long established lettings team. Richard Hibbert is an ARLA-qualified Lettings Director with over 15 years of experience inresidential lettings and property management, until recently working Pimlico, London where… Read More
13/08/2026
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  • Categories: Commercial Property, home, house hunting, House Market, Landlords, property, Rental Property
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What Are Homebuyers Really Looking for in 2026?

There was a time when the property wish list was relatively predictable: the right number of bedrooms, a good-sized garden, parking and, ideally, a decent commute. Those things certainly haven’t disappeared. But in 2026, the way people judge whether a house feels like the one has become much more… Read More
13/08/2026
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  • Categories: Interior Design, lifestyle, property
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Garden Structures: Creating More Space for Summer and Winter

As homes continue to work harder than ever before, many homeowners are looking beyond their four walls to create additional living space. Garden structures have become one of the most popular home improvements across the UK, offering everything from peaceful home offices to stylish entertaining areas and practical storage…. Read More
29/06/2026
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  • Categories: garden design, home, lifestyle
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Add Some Italian or Spanish Zest Into Your BBQ

A memorable barbecue isn’t just smoky food and a coolbox; it’s a little theatre, a clear theme, and flavours that travel. Lean into an Italian or Spanish vibe and the grill becomes a stage for olive oil, citrus, herbs, and fire-kissed simplicity. The secret is contrast: one centrepiece, a… Read More
29/06/2026
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  • Categories: Family, Food, home, house hunting, lifestyle, property
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Massive Delays In Time From Sale Agreed To Exchange/Completion

The long slog from “sale agreed” to “completion” has become the defining frustration of the UK housing market. Ask any agent or conveyancer: deals now drift for months.  While the exact national average varies by source and region, the trend line over five decades points one way—longer timescales, not… Read More
19/06/2026
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  • Categories: Financial, house hunting, House Market, politics, property
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Why Gardens Are Becoming the New Luxury in Property — Inspired by the Chelsea Flower Show

Every May, the world of design turns its attention to London as the prestigious Chelsea Flower Show showcases the very best in garden innovation, outdoor living and landscape creativity. While the event is traditionally associated with horticulture enthusiasts and designers, its influence increasingly extends into the property market —… Read More
27/05/2026
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  • Categories: garden design, home, lifestyle
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How the Property Industry Has Managed the New Renters’ Rights Act

The introduction of the UK’s Renters’ Rights Act marks one of the most significant reforms to the private rented sector in decades. Designed to strengthen tenant protections and rebalance landlord-tenant relationships, the legislation has forced the property industry to adapt rapidly to a completely new operating environment. From letting… Read More
08/05/2026
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  • Categories: House Market, Investment
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Refurbishing a tired 1970’S or 1980s bathroom

Refurbishing a tired 1970’s or 1980s bathroom is a great opportunity to add modern comfort and real value to your home. Before choosing fixtures or finishes, think about three priorities: durability, waterproofing/ventilation, and how the change will affect the property’s resale appeal. Below is a practical, design-conscious guide to… Read More
24/04/2026
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  • Categories: DIY, Family, home, house hunting, House Market
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