Buying a new property to live in is an enormous decision. Even so, we will likely spend more time deciding to buy a new sofa or car than a new home. The average property viewing takes just 20 minutes, and the average buyer will view a property only 2 or 3 times before completing the sale and moving in. With such minimal time in a property before agreeing to purchase, these viewing appointments are critical - check out these top tips to make sure you don't miss anything!

If you are considering selling your property, you're most likely hoping that the valuations will come in high. Make sure that you get the highest valuation possible with these tips.

Despite the leading energy providers confirming their record profits recently in the multiple millions, prices of our energy bills are sky-high, and many are struggling through this winter.

When you decide you want to move your first dilemma is a 'Chicken and Egg' situation: Do you put your house on the market first or should you find a property to buy first?

Wandsworth Council is freezing your council tax this year to help in the Cost of Living crisis.

Selling a property whilst tenants are living in it sounds straightforward but if it is not handled correctly by your agent it can quickly become a disaster which causes you stress.

Everyone wants to achieve the maximum possible price for their property but in order to achieve the maximum price it is so important to get your pricing strategy correct, If you list your property at too high a price you can end up chasing the market with asking price reductions and end up selling at a lower price.

In the areas that we cover if there’s one thing that there is absolutely no shortage of, it’s estate agencies but the dilemma which property owners face is do they entrust their property to a large chain agency or are they better off with a small independent firm?

Are you getting ready to put your property on the market? What should you be looking for in this sales pitch? Are there any red flags you should be on high alert to spot?

How often do you switch bank accounts? Or dentists? Or even hairdressers? I expect it's not that often. It is the same for estate agents. Either way, it's possible to change if you are feeling underwhelmed, disappointed or disheartened with the property sale experience. And it is actually easier than you might think.

The property purchasing process can be a rollercoaster, filled with ups and downs. Statistically, 30% of agreed property sales will fall through in the UK. No doubt you will have experienced this at some point or at least know someone else that has.

If you've ever considered moving house before and read blogs about where to start, there is almost always information about decluttering. Why?