The Winkworth Blog
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Should you buy in a conservation area?
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What the Autumn Budget could mean for the housing market
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November 27, 2025
Preparing for a house move before the Christmas holidays
Icy pavements, short days, festive calendars bulging with events… Moving house in the run-up to Christmas calls for careful planning and attention to detail.
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November 27, 2025
Should you buy in a conservation area?
Conservation areas can be easy to fall in love with, from cobbled lanes of thatched cottages to dramatic views across the beach.
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November 25, 2025
How the design of a property can affect its value
Found a potential new home and considering its resale value?
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November 25, 2025
What the Autumn Budget could mean for the housing market
On 26 November, Rachel Reeves will announce the government’s plans for taxes, spending and borrowing.
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November 19, 2025
Mortgage update: good news for borrowers
Even as the interest rate stays the same, lenders are offering more affordable fixed-rate deals.
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November 19, 2025
Six elegant homes on the market
Here’s a mix of properties available to buy, from a shining, high-spec apartment in Marlborough, Wiltshire to a charming Grade II listed Georgian home in the Exe Valley.
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November 11, 2025
How to encourage a smooth conveyancing process
A smooth conveyancing makes the process of buying a house much more straightforward
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November 11, 2025
The Renters’ Rights Bill gets Royal Assent – what’s next?
After much debate in the Houses of Parliament, the Renters’ Rights Bill received Royal Assent on 27 October and officially entered law.
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November 05, 2025
On the market: six homes with attractive features
These homes all boast features that draw the eye, whether it’s an exquisitely designed kitchen, a swimming pool set in lush gardens or a sweeping deck with views of the River Dart.
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November 05, 2025
How to compare types of house buyers and their offers
Let’s say you have a few people interested in buying your property. This is both an exciting scenario and one that throws up a few questions.
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October 28, 2025
How is a rent guarantor different from rent guarantee insurance?
As a landlord, the worry that a tenant can’t pay their rent can weigh heavily on your shoulders. That’s where a rent guarantor or a rent guarantee insurance policy comes in.
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October 28, 2025
What does Section 13 mean for landlords and tenants?
As it stands, landlords can increase the rent in a few different ways. But under the new rules of the Renters’ Rights Act, they will only be allowed to serve a Section 13 notice.