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.

Everything buyers need to know before they find “the one” (and what sellers should be watching for too)

If you’ve been keeping an eye on the property market, you may have seen the headline stats from the Rightmove House Price Index, November 2025 At first glance, it might seem like a chilly month for sellers, but dig a little deeper and the picture is far more nuanced and far more actionable.

Lettings should feel simple, transparent and stress free, yet many landlords tell us the opposite. If you’re tired of chasing updates or repeating yourself to different people, this will help you understand why it happens and how The Avenue makes communication effortless.