Homeownership is something that the majority of people in the UK strive for. The average age of first-time buyers in the UK in 2007 was 30. But, by the end of 2017, that had risen to 33. With rising house prices, how is the average person in the UK expected to get on the housing ladder?

We've all been there. You apply for a credit card or a loan, and they start to process the application. Your heart rate rises just a touch. And then, after what feels like an age, the application passes. Or it doesn't.

Summer is a wonderful time to sell your home. A peak of activity in every estate agent's calendar. Whatever the reasons, the summer property market always heats up (sorry, terrible pun!) and the number of sales increases. So, what should you do if you plan a big summer getaway and also want to sell your home?

Phil Spencer, of Location, Location, Location fame says that this little trick can increase the value of your home instantly!

You may have heard of the minimalism movement. You might have even watched the Netflix documentary. But for those of you that have no idea what it's about, read on for a general explanation.

We spend lots of our time outdoors during Summer, so when staging a home for sale during the warmer months, it's time to let your outside space sing.

With uncertainty in the property market and, quite frankly, the world, you, like many people, may have decided that you'll not move house just now. But you must've had reasons for thinking about moving in the first place, right? What if you need more space? what is involved in extending your home? Where do you even start?

It's not until the final stages that everything pulls together when refurbishing a property.

Thinking of starting afresh with a beautiful recolour for a new year? Here is how we are embracing a richer colour palette during the colder months…

If you are already a landlord, you will know about the endless rules and regulations you have to abide by. If you are not yet a landlord but are thinking about becoming one, this article will help keep you on the right side of the law!

There's not much more catastrophic than losing your family home. Whether a natural disaster, flooding or a fire, there is never an occasion where this will be 'ok'. - of course, providing that your family are safe and well, it can be heartbreaking to see your home and all your belongings disappear before your eyes.

You've done the viewing and fallen in love with the property. You've weighed up all of the pros and cons, and after sleeping on it, finally decided to put in an offer. So, you mentally run through the phone call to the agents and how you think it'll go. And then, nervously, you make the call. But, it doesn't go quite as you'd planned. So, how can you make the most of the offering experience to ensure that your offers are taken seriously and, more importantly, get accepted!