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Buying your first home is exciting – but November chills mean it’s time to make sure your new nest is properly protected.

Know your true rental returns – it’s more than just the monthly rent.

Life doesn’t always go to plan. If you need to end your tenancy early, discover your options, how break clauses work, and your rights under the Renters’ Rights Act 2025.

Late autumn and early winter can reveal hidden property issues, known as survey shock. Learn how to handle surprises and negotiate repairs.

Winter can be challenging for rental properties, but at James Anderson Estate Agents, our tenants never face deposit disputes. Stay informed, stay protected, and enjoy complete peace of mind this season.

Buying a property in November? Understanding your place in the property chain can give you a significant advantage and help you avoid costly delays.

Notice periods are more than paperwork — they’re your roadmap for smooth tenancy management. Discover how the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 transforms notice rules and what every landlord must know to stay compliant and protect their property.

In the UK, the school admission process involves a parent or caregiver having a permanent, valid address and many families will pre-empt this requirement by moving to improve their chances of getting a place at their favoured school.

All eyes have been on the House of Commons when it comes to property. After lengthy debate, detail and adaptation, the Renters’ Rights Bill became an Act on 27nd October 2025. Its contents will mainly affect lettings in England and Wales but the discrimination ban protecting tenants with children and tenants in receipt of benefits will also apply in Scotland.

Landlords have a duty of care to keep buy-to-lets in a fit and habitable state, as detailed in the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018, the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 and the Housing Act 2004. Responsibilities include preventing mice and rats from entering the property and addressing an infestation that is a result of sub-standard living conditions.

When it comes to fashionable places to live in the UK, one current location is having its moment: the Cotswolds. This designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty sits between Bath, Cheltenham, Oxford and Stratford-upon-Avon, covering 790 square miles.

House hunting this winter? Discover how to make your search easier, faster, and stress-free with expert tips for tenants.