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Happy couple selling house
September 24th 2024
In this article, we will lay out the average timeframes of house moves in the UK, and what to expect during the process.
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Best areas to live for families
September 3rd 2024
We have highlighted a few of the brilliant areas for good schools and quality of life for your family that our branches cover.
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Will VAT on private schools affect the property market?
September 3rd 2024
In this blog post, we will review what the VAT plan is exactly and when it will be implemented, and also how it might affect the housing market.
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What are school catchment areas and what do buyers need to know?
September 3rd 2024
In this blog post, we will cover how school catchment areas work, how to work out what catchment area a property is in and how you can apply all of this knowledge when looking for your next home.
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Huf Haus exterior
June 3rd 2024
When it comes to innovative and eco-friendly home design, few names stand out as prominently as Huf Haus. In this blog post, we will explore what exactly a Huf Haus is, the advantages of living in one, and why it could be the perfect choice for your next home.
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An aerial view of the town of Reading
May 1st 2024Charlie Hill
In this comprehensive area guide, we'll explore the many reasons why moving to Reading could be the best decision for you and your family.
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Someone using a calculator in front of a laptop
February 28th 2024
Buying a house is a big commitment, one you will probably spend years saving for. To help you be prepared, we’ve compiled a quick list of costs you might encounter when buying your new home.
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An aerial view of Wantage
December 22nd 2023
In this area guide we’ll be taking a closer look at what Wantage has to offer and why you should consider it being your next move.
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The bank of the river Thames in Sonning Common
December 13th 2023
Our area guide on the village of Sonning Common in Oxfordshire and whether it is a nice place to live for families looking to buy a property.
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Dinton Pastures Country Park
November 23rd 2023
A picturesque civil parish in the county of Berkshire, Shinfield is a village just south of Reading in Wokingham Borough. If you’re looking for a rural village to settle down in that’s still well-connected to a major city, Shinfield could be the perfect place for you.
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Theale Lakes in Berkshire
November 22nd 2023
With good connections to nearby towns and cities, as well as a gorgeous surrounding countryside, Burghfield Common is the perfect village of families looking to settle down in a lovely, rural area.
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It only takes one accident to start a fire
November 20th 2023
We’ve put together a list of safety checks and risks you should look out for to make sure your home is as safe from fire as it can be.
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