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.

More upfront information on property listings – what has changed?

Following the recent joint announcement by Trading Standards and the Government regarding upfront information on property listings, here’s what it could mean for the industry. 

Buying a house, Finding a house, Estate Agents

Is it really best to buy instead of renting?

Most people looking to move out from their family home will be told that buying is the better option to renting. But is this always the case?

First Time Buyers, Buying a house, Renting, First Time Buyer

Major push to get agents to disclose their referral fees – what’s the latest?

Referral fees are one of the most controversial aspects of estate agency. What's being done to change that?

Estate Agents, Costs and Fees, News

11 in 12 years – yet another new Housing Minister announced in mini-reshuffle

Another change to the position of Housing Minister – the eleventh postholder in 12 years. Here’s what his in-tray looks like.

News

How do I explain to my parents that the property market is different now?

When asking older family members for advice on buying your first home, a problem many young people face is a difference in attitudes towards buying based on the generational changes in the market.

First Time Buyers, Buying a house, First Time Buyer

House extensions – did Covid create a boom, and have they added long-term value?

Has Covid-19 created a house extension boom and will they remain valuable now we’re no longer advised to work from home?

Selling a home, Moving home, Coronavirus

Vaccination status – how does it affect home moves?

How does vaccination status and self-isolation affect house moves, following changing government guidance? 

Removals, News, Coronavirus

Interest rate rise – what does this mean for the cost of moving?

Here’s a look at what the recent rise in interest rates means for the cost of moving in 2022.

Moving home, Costs and Fees, News, Mortgages

Five reasons to be hopeful about buying in 2022

A look at why 2022 could be a good year for buyers to purchase a home.

Conveyancing, Buying a house, First Time Buyer