What the new UK budget means for homebuyers in 2025
The 2025 UK Budget has placed housing high on the agenda, bringing several changes that could make a real difference for people planning to buy a home. After a period of rising prices and higher borrowing costs, the Government has introduced measures to support both first-time buyers and those looking to move up the ladder. […]
Awaab’s Law Update
Awaab’s Law marks a fundamental shift in how social landlords must manage damp, mould and other serious hazards, and it will reshape the relationship between landlords and tenants for years to come What Awaab’s Law Requires From 27 October 2025, social landlords must work to strict timeframes when tenants report hazards, especially significant damp and […]
Current trends in Building Surveying: What’s changing in 2026
Building surveying is changing quickly in 2026, and homebuyers are set to benefit from better insight, clearer reports and more reliable information about the homes they are considering. Smarter surveys and visuals For homebuyers, surveys are no longer limited to brief written descriptions and a few photographs. Increasing use of digital tools, such as laser […]
Everyday Details Homebuyers Forget To Check
Many homebuyers prepare well on price and mortgages, but small practical details can still cause big frustrations after completion. Everyday living checks Test mobile reception and ask about broadband speeds and available providers before you commit Visit at different times (evening, rush hour, weekend) to check noise, parking, light levels and local activity Look for […]
RICS Homebuyer Survey vs Full Building Survey: Which Do You Really Need?
Most buyers only need to choose between a RICS Home Survey Level 2 (often still called a “Homebuyer Survey”) and a Level 3 full Building Survey, and the right choice mainly depends on the property’s age, construction and condition. What is a RICS Homebuyer Survey (Level 2)? A RICS Level 2 Home Survey is a […]