Inflation – Good or Bad for the Property Market?

The latest Consumer Prices Index (CPI) released by the Office for National Statistics revealed that inflation increased from 1.7% in September to 2.3% in October.

But how exactly does inflation impact the property market?

There is a link, but it is not quite as simple as it might seem.... Read More

What the Budget Means for the Lettings Market 18 November 2024

What the Budget Means for the Lettings Market

Now the dust has settled on the Budget, let"s look at what it might mean for landlords and buy-to-let investors.

The overall themes behind the Budget, according to Chancellor Rachel Reeves, were economic stability and growth, investment, and putting more money in our pockets.... Read More

Three Tips to Maintain and Increase Your Property`s Value 15 November 2024

Three Tips to Maintain and Increase Your Property"s Value

Let"s face it – doing property maintenance isn"t many people"s idea of a good time. However, keeping on top of maintenance can help ensure your property"s value in the long term.... Read More

BREAKING NEWS: How Today`s Interest Rate Decision Could Change the AREA Property Market 07 November 2024

BREAKING NEWS: How Today"s Interest Rate Decision Could Change the AREA Property Market

Earlier today, the Bank of England (B of E) announced that the base interest rate will be cut to 4.75%. This is good news for the property market.... Read More

The Number One Thing to Know for Moving in 2025 05 November 2024

The Number One Thing to Know for Moving in 2025

Planning a move in 2025? With recent stamp duty changes, seasonal market shifts, and the average time it takes to sell a property, getting the timing right has never been more important.... Read More

Budget 2024 News – What It Means for the AREA Property Market 31 October 2024

Budget 2024 – What Does It Mean for AREA Homeowners and Movers?

With PM Keir Starmer warning it would be painful, the new government"s first Budget has been hotly awaited for some weeks now.

In this article, we"ll look at what the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, announced – paying specific attention to what will affect the property market.... Read More

Technology and the Timeless Role of Estate Agents 30 October 2024

How AI and Estate Agents Will Shape the Future of Home Selling in AREA

Many tech experts predict that artificial intelligence (AI) will revolutionise how we live in the future.

So, what impact will AI have on the home selling process?

Here"s a quick look at how AI might influence the property market in years to come and why estate agents will always have an important part to play.... Read More

Common Rental Terms Every Renter NEEDS to Know! 29 October 2024

Common Rental Terms Every Renter Needs to Know

Lettings terminology can be confusing, especially if you"re new to renting.

So, here"s a jargon-busting list of commonly used rental terms to help you navigate the lettings market*.... Read More

SIX THINGS People Forget To Pack When They Go on Holiday! 28 October 2024

Holiday Packing in AREA: Six Things to Remember

Heading off on holiday is always exciting, but it"s easy to forget essential items in the last-minute rush to pack.

As we approach the busy holiday months of August and September, here"s a reminder of six commonly forgotten items that could make or break your trip.... Read More

Three Ways to Fight Off Seasonal Affective Disorder This Autumn 25 October 2024

Feeling SAD? Three Ways to Combat SADness in AREA

Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD, is a type of depression. Some symptoms of SAD include low mood, irritability, difficulty concentrating, eating more (and gaining weight), and just feeling tired all day.... Read More