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The busiest hour in the British housing market is Saturday at 11:00am

There is one hour in the week when Britain mainly looks round houses, and anyone who has tried to book a viewing already knows which one it is: Saturday at 11:00am.

Almost 250,000 viewings started in that single slot last year, according to new figures from Alto , the CRM provider behind roughly a third of UK estate agency.

That is 4.60% of an entire week's viewings, crammed into 60...

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5 Top Priorities When Setting Up a Modern Construction Site

Early construction site planning determines how safely and efficiently a project progresses. Prioritising security, workforce welfare, waste management, regulatory inspections and logistics from the outset reduces disruption, supports compliance and maintains productivity. Establishing these foundations early enables consistent progress, clearer accountability and smoother operations...

Data analysis shows March is one of the best months for completed house sales

New analysis by cash house buyers Good move, using nearly 20 years of HM Land Registry data, has revealed that March is one of the top 3 months for completed house sales. Both June, and August are also noted as the most popular months for house sale completion.

With homeowners potentially assuming Spring or Summer could be the best time to list, this research shows that winter...

Tower Hamlets sees sharp rise in Chinese homeownership, as 'mega embassy' approved

The latest research by London lettings and estate agent, Benham and Reeves , has revealed that the London Borough of Tower Hamlets has seen by far the largest increase in the number of homes owned by Chinese foreign nationals since 2020, as the UK Government today approved plans for China's controversial new London 'mega embassy' at Royal Mint Court.

Benham and Reeves analysed the...

Commercial Property Management Solutions for Offices, Retail, and Mixed-Use Assets

Managing different types of commercial spaces requires a balanced and organised approach. Offices, retail units, and mixed-use assets each have their own needs, daily demands, and long-term expectations. As businesses operate from these spaces, they depend on environments that are well-maintained, safe, and efficient. A considered approach to Commercial Property Management helps bring clarity...

What to Check Before Buying a Property with a Flat Roof

Flat roofs cover extensions, garages, porches, and bay windows on millions of homes across the UK. Most buyers focus on kitchens, bathrooms, and kerb appeal during viewings, but the condition of a flat roof can make or break a purchase. A failing flat roof leads to water damage, costly repairs, and insurance headaches that often don't surface until after completion.

Knowing what to...

Rise of the midlife single movers

50–59-year-olds now the fastest growing group in the UK housing market

A new analysis of more than a decade of home mover records from TwentyCI, commissioned by Hillarys , reveals a sharp rise in single midlife movers signalling a demographic shift reshaping the UK property market and mirroring a cultural moment in which many people, particularly women, are embracing midlife...

Homeownership Dreams vs. Financial Reality: The Risks of 0% Deposit Mortgages

According to the latest data from Pepper Money's Specialist Lending Study , aspirations for homeownership remain strong, with 85% of Gen Zs hoping to own a home at some point. However, misunderstandings around mortgage requirements, lower financial resilience, and low confidence in the application process continue to hold many potential buyers back. Over a quarter of millennials who are not...

Looking for Property-Related Legal Advice? 3 Independent Advisors to Reach Out to

Property transactions involve significant financial commitments and legal risks, making independent legal advice (ILA) an important safeguard for individuals and businesses. ILA helps clarify obligations, protect against high-risk clauses, and meet lender requirements, ensuring informed and voluntary decisions. This article discusses the importance of taking legal advice for property matters...

Landlords still reluctant to go pet-friendly as Renters' Rights Act looms

New analysis from Inventory Base , a leading provider of inspection and compliance technology, reveals that despite the incoming Renters' Rights Act introducing significant changes around the rights tenants have to keep a pet in their home, there has still only been a marginal increase in the number of pet-friendly rental listings.

Inventory Base's analysis of current rental listings...

City house prices soar as coastal locations suffer decline

The latest research from Property DriveBuy reveals that house prices in UK cities are significantly outperforming both coastal and countryside locations, rising by an average of 3.4% over the past year, well ahead of the wider UK market which has seen growth of 2.5%. And while countryside homes have also seen a price increase, the nation's massively popular seaside hotspots have been stunned...

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