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January House Price Index

Key takeaways Confidence to move has returned after Autumn Budget uncertainty, with buyer demand tracking in line with 2024 Average mortgage rates reach lowest level since 2022, fuelling desire to move UK house prices have risen 1.2% in the last year, varying from -2.6% to +5.5% across major cities Higher housing supply gives buyers more choice and makes pricing even more important for those thinking of selling.   After a weak end to 2025, confidence is returning as mortgage rates ease and those who delayed decisions last year return to the market. The first few weeks of the year have

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Twickenham forecast as 107th UK market for house price growth in 2026

  Twickenham has ranked 107 out of 120 postal areas in the UK for its growth prospects in 2026. It puts Twickenham among the country’s lowest growth markets of the year, based on key market indicators including affordability, sale times, aged stock and price reductions. All 20 lowest-growth markets are more expensive areas in the south of the UK, showing the impact of affordability constraints on the potential for price growth this year.   UK rank Postal area Avg. house price Annual price growth Days to sell Prices cut by 5%+ On market for 6+ months 107 Twickenham £503,000 0.4%

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She’s A Star

  This year National Dog Day falls on the same day as Bank Holiday Monday, which is a fantastic opportunity to really enjoy making a fuss of all of our beloved furry friends!   I couldn’t let this national day pass by without celebrating our beautiful family dog, Rosa. Let’s take the opportunity to recognise the number of ways our pups enrich our lives and show our thanks to them for all of their unconditional love. Share photos of your fluffy friends on social media, buy that new adorable doggy dickie bow or take them out on their favourite walk

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Got GUTS? Reading Up On Resilience

“Do not judge me by my success, judge me by how many times I fell down and got back up again.” — Nelson Mandela   As a business owner and a parent, life often feels like a juggling act. I’m sure many of you can relate.   Daily life is a cacophony of work, the kids’ activities and homework, ensuring Rosa has had plenty of exercise and fresh air and making sure I have found the time for my own wellbeing – eating properly, exercise and sufficient rest.   To make the day sound more like a symphony than a

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7 tips and mistakes to avoid when selling a home

  We know that there’s a lot to consider when you’re selling your home. And there are some – easily made – mistakes that often crop up when trying to find that that all-important buyer. So we’ve asked local estate agents for some expert insights and tips to help make that next-life-step run that little bit smoother. Take a look at some of the things that can be easily overlooked when selling — but are also just as simple to put right before the next potential owner comes to view your home. 1. Don’t forget that first impressions matter Think

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