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Fixing wood to our walls is nothing new. There is evidence wood panelling was used in ancient Greece, Rome, Japan and China, mainly to provide insulation and protection.

Lovebirds of Richmond, Barnes, and Putney, put down the Tinder and step away from the takeout menus! This Valentine’s Day, ditch the generic and embrace the romantic charm right on your doorstep. From candlelit dinners to cozy cinema dates, we’ve got your date night covered!

The roar of the crowd, the taste of a pint, the nail-biting tension of a last-minute try – the 6 Nations is almost upon us! And whether you’re a seasoned rugby fanatic or a curious newcomer, there’s no better place to soak up the atmosphere than a local pub buzzing with passionate supporters.

The first month of a new year is complete, and various statistics and indexes have been compiled. If you’re hoping to move home soon, we’re sure you can pick up some positives among the myriad of reports. We’re starting with the latest round-up from Rightmove.

Buy-to-let has always been seen as a safe long-term investment strategy but over the last few years, the landscape has changed dramatically. As we move our way through 2024, however, the buy-to-let benefits are once again aligning. Here are five reasons property investment should be on your radar this year.

There are a number of essential components that comprise a kitchen – a sink with running water, oven and fridge freezer being the most vital – therefore, everything else could be considered a ‘nice to have’.

The new year has started with some bright news from the mortgage lending market. Rates attached to home loans have been steadily falling and in January, some of the most substantial rate cuts were made by leading banks and building societies.

The beginning of a new year often marks the beginning of a new life, and for many, this means moving home. Because of this, January is a significant time in the property market. So, whether you’re planning on buying, selling, or both this year, here are some top tips to help you beat the New Year rush.

Interest rates are reducing, and lenders are offering increasingly competitive deals, especially to those with good deposits. Both ready-to-move-in homes and homes in need of modernisation are available for you to take your first steps. But even if you don’t have a large deposit, you can still make your first move.

The end of a calendar year gave us a chance to look back at property trends and analyse data to see how the market fared during the last 12 months. December is traditionally a quiet month as people focus on festivities rather than moving home. As such, there was little to report on house prices.  

On the outside, selecting a good tenant may feel as simple as accepting the person who makes the highest offer, especially if the most recent news is to be believed. A survey undertaken for the New Economics Foundation found tenants were willing to go to extreme financial lengths to secure a rental property. As a result, landlords have had the luxury of waiting for the ‘highest bidder’ to emerge.

Rental demand still outstrips supply in the UK, and your property is unique, which is why it’s important to understand its true rental value. Average rents for new lets increased by 12.2% in the year to September 2023, and are expected to increase by 5–6% in 2024