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Section 21 Is Being Abolished – Here’s What It Means for Landlords The Government’s Renter’s Rights Act is bringing big changes to the private rented sector, and one of the most significant is the

? Why Essex Is a Great Place to Live, Buy, or Rent Whether you’re a first-time buyer, looking to rent, or thinking about relocating, Essex has plenty to offer. From charming countryside towns to vibr

Introduction: Big Changes Are Coming, But Don't Panic A major reform of renting laws is on the horizon in England. The Renters’ Rights Act officially became law on the 27th October 2025, bringing abo

The One Small Tweak That Doubled Our Sales: Sometimes, the biggest breakthroughs come from the smallest changes. For us, that change was simple: we stopped listing homes the old-fashioned way — an

I’m Kiera Pasquale, Senior Sales Consultant here in Essex, and I thought I’d give you a little glimpse into what life is like in my shoes. A lot of people see the “For Sale” boards, the viewings, and

As summer winds down and we head into September, it’s a good time to take stock of where the property market stands—both nationally and here in Canvey Island and the wider Essex area.

1. Stamp Duty: What Buyers in Essex Need to Know From April 2025, the government scaled back the Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) reliefs: The nil-rate band is back down to £125,000 (from £250,000

— Why Presentation Matters When Selling Your Home

Look, we all love our homes. They’ve seen us at our best (binge-cleaning before guests arrive) and our worst (eating pizza in the dark at 2 a.m. while talking to the fridge). But when it comes time to

When you're planning to buy a house in the UK, it's easy to focus on the big numbers: the deposit, the mortgage repayments, and maybe stamp duty. But the truth is, there are plenty of extra costs invo