reallymoving Blog and Insights

We study the property market to bring you interesting and relevant news from the world of property buying, selling and more in the UK and abroad.

Significant changes to leasehold – what was announced?

Reallymoving analyses the government’s latest proposals to overhaul the controversial leasehold system, including a scrapping of the marriage value and allowing people to extend their leasehold at zero ground rent.

Conveyancing, Buying a house, News

10 statistics that tell the story of 2020 for UK home movers.

We’ve looked back on what moving home was like in 2020 – who was moving, where and when – and you might find our statistics surprising...

News

The Hardest Places to Get Planning Permission Revealed

Research from Roofing Megastore has revealed where in the UK it is most difficult, and most easy, to get planning permission approved for your property.
 

Conveyancing

What if I lose my job and can’t afford my mortgage or rent?

Whether you're a homeowner or a tenant, the idea of being financially insecure during a pandemic can be scary. Here's what you need to know about your mortgage or tenancy during lockdown.

Coronavirus

Our Home Move Story: Buying a house as a lesbian couple

We spoke to Emma about her experiences of buying a house with her girlfriend, and what her advice is for anyone whose house move is made more difficult because of who they are.

August 2019

When do I need to worry about Building Regulations?

Whether you're buying a property that has had significant building work done to it, or you're making changes to your existing home, you're likely to need to know about building regulations. 

August 2019

5 pitfalls of not getting a property survey

If there are problems with your potential property, a survey will find them. But there’s more to getting a survey than that – here are 5 things you’d be missing out on by forgetting the survey.

Surveys, Surveying Process

Why inaccurate EPCs could cause energy efficiency issues in UK homes

Energy Performance Certificates tell you how energy efficient your home is - but what if yours is wrong? What could the impact be, and what can you do about it?

Surveys, EPCs

Surveying cavity wall insulation

If you're buying a property that has cavity wall insulation, or has had it removed, it's worth considering the long term effects on the property and its value. The results may surprise you.

Surveys