Buying your first home is an exciting milestone, but it can also feel overwhelming. With so much to consider—budgets, mortgages, legal paperwork, and finding the right property—it’s easy to feel lost in the process. This guide outlines the key things every first-time buyer should know before taking that first step onto the property ladder.

Selling your home can feel like a daunting process, but with some careful preparation, you can give yourself the best possible chance of attracting the right buyer and achieving a smooth, successful sale. From creating the right first impression to dealing with those little jobs you’ve been meaning to do for years, here’s how to get your home market-ready.

Should you haggle with the agent over their fees? Is it true that if they can't negotiate well with you, they won't be any good when you get an offer? Or does it start the relationship off on the back foot?

✅ Listings (New Properties on the Market) 37.6k new listings this week (last week 39.3k) YTD 5% higher than Week 23 of 2024 YTD and 8% higher YTD compared to 2017/18/19.