When you apply for a mortgage, your lender will arrange a mortgage valuation – sometimes called a mortgage valuation survey or mortgage survey – to check whether the property is worth what you're ...

The way we own property will change in the future: new leasehold flats are set to be banned and replaced by ‘commonhold’ under proposals set out in the 2026 draft Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill.

What is buy-to-let conveyancing? Buy-to-let conveyancing is the legal process for transferring ownership of a property to you as an investment you intend to let out. It begins when your offer on a ...

What is a restrictive covenant? Restrictive covenants are binding conditions that are written into a property’s deeds or contract by a seller to determine what a homeowner can or cannot do with their ...

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Is changing my property solicitor possible? In short, yes, you can change solicitors. If you’re unhappy, for whatever reason with the solicitor handling your property purchase or sale, you can switch ...

In 2026, the average cost of buying a house is £8,108, based on an averagely priced property. These costs will vary depending on factors including the value of the property and whether you’re a first ...

Buying and selling property is an expensive business so the chances are you’re looking for the cheapest way to sell a house. Here’s how to do it…. Angela Kerr Director, Editor Selling a house can cost ...

Moving into a new build home is exciting but it does have its own set of challenges. Here’s what needs to be on your checklist to ensure the process of moving into a new build is as smooth as possible ...

What is the mansion tax, who will pay it and how will it work in practice? We’ve asked an expert to explain how the High Value Council Tax Surcharge will operate, how much it will cost, and how ...

Renting out your home as a holiday let on sites like Airbnb can be a great way of making extra money, but there are local restrictions, taxes, hosting fees and safety guidelines to bear in mind to ...