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The school effect: how proximity to a good school impacts property prices
When it comes to buying a home, priorities vary—space, style, transport links, and green spaces all factor in. But for many families, one consideration trumps them all: proximity to a good school.

Summer 2025 interior design trends: elevated style meets everyday comfort
As we head into summer 2025, interior design is entering an era that combines elegance with authenticity, and sophistication with warmth. Diverting from minimalist, sterile spaces, homeowners are embracing interiors that feel lived-in, layered, and deeply personal. Here are the standout trends shaping high-end yet approachable homes this summer.

Buying positions explained
When your home is on the market, it can be tempting to accept the highest offer as soon as it comes in. But a strong price doesn’t always mean a smooth sale. One of the most important – and often overlooked – factors is your buyer’s position.

What is gazundering – and how can you avoid it?
Buying or selling a home can be stressful enough without last-minute surprises. One of the most unsettling tactics in the UK property market is something called gazundering – and if you're not prepared, it could cost you.

Five stunning houses on the market
It’s summer and house-hunting season is in full swing. From elegant London townhouses to beautiful homes in the country and along the coast, Winkworth is proud to bring you some of the finest homes to market. Here are five exceptional properties offering space, style, and location in equal measure.

Common delays in the home-buying process and how to avoid them
Buying a home should be an exciting milestone; but for many, it turns into a waiting game filled with unexpected delays. From legal snags to paperwork pile-ups, the process can feel like it’s moving at a snail’s pace. If you're a UK homeowner planning to buy or sell, it's worth knowing where the common hold-ups tend to happen, and what you can do to keep things on track.

What are rent reviews – and how are they changing?
Whether you let commercial property or residential homes, understanding rent reviews is more important than ever, especially with changes introduced by the Renters Reform Bill in 2025.

Trinity Financial mortgage update: Nationwide to offer 5% deposit on new build house mortgages
Nationwide for Intermediaries is lowering the deposit required to purchase a new build house on Thursday, 26th June, as it ramps up support for housebuilders and the government’s housing ambitions.

Is it worth getting an extension on your house?
Thinking about adding more space to your home? Whether it's a growing family, remote working, or just a desire for a bigger kitchen, extending your house can feel like a smart solution. But is it really worth the time, cost and effort? Let’s look at the key considerations to help you decide if an extension is the right move for you.