Mortgage rates and affordability shape everything in 2026. In this article we explain what January is telling us about buyer confidence, borrowing power and why understanding your numbers early gives you a huge advantage.

Interest rates have shifted — and if you’re thinking about moving home, this matters more than you might think. From buyer confidence to seller demand, here’s what today’s Bank of England decision could mean for your next move.

If your home is already on the market, January is one of the most important moments of your entire selling journey. In this article we explain why early year buyer behaviour changes everything and how sellers who adapt now often succeed where others stall.

Lower fees, more control, fewer commitments. But what many landlords don’t realise is how much responsibility still sits with them. Over time, small gaps in management quietly turn into stress, cost and risk — usually when it’s least convenient.