Most buyers think the biggest challenge is affordability. In reality, it is competition. The best homes attract attention fast and the buyers who secure them are not always the highest bidders. Here is what actually gives buyers the edge right now.

The property market has continued to show resilience as we move further into spring, although April has brought a noticeable shift in momentum. With interest rates rising and affordability being stretched, both buyers and sellers are adapting to a more balanced – and in some cases more cautious – market.

Being a landlord is no longer passive. Rising compliance standards, shifting tenant expectations and changing returns mean small gaps can quickly become costly. Here is what landlords should be reviewing right now to protect their investment and maximise performance.

There are buyers in the market right now who are fully prepared and ready to move, but they are waiting for the right homes to appear. That gap between buyer readiness and available stock is where opportunity sits. Here is what buyers are doing and why it matters if you are thinking of moving.