Offer accepted? It feels like the hard part is over. But until contracts exchange, your move remains surprisingly vulnerable. Around 1 in 3 property sales fall through each year. Here is why, and how The Avenue is helping buyers and sellers create greater certainty.

The Bank of England has held interest rates, but the property market hasn't stood still. Discover what the latest decision means if you're planning to buy, sell or move in the months ahead.

Many homeowners are waiting for autumn, lower mortgage rates or a more certain market before selling. But when everyone waits for the same moment, competition can arrive with them. Sometimes moving before the crowd creates the better opportunity.

Asking prices have fallen 2% in August, yet buyer demand is rising. So is the property market slowing down, or are buyers simply becoming more selective? Here is what the latest Rightmove data really means if you are thinking about moving.