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Five Family Homes with Gardens for Sale Across England
Guardian Property highlights five homes for sale in England, each featuring family gardens and unique period or modern features.
UK Housing Market Shows Signs of Stabilisation in July
July data shows the UK housing market slowdown has eased, with net sales strengthening and regional variations in performance. Price reductions and selective buyer behaviour remain notable.
UK Property Transactions Now Take 216 Days to Complete, Says Rightmove
Rightmove data shows UK property transactions now average 216 days from listing to completion, the longest on record. Delays impact estate agents, buyers, and the wider housing market.
Agent Ordered to Pay £575 After Failing to Disclose Non-Standard Construction
A property agent must reimburse £575 in survey costs after not disclosing a property's non-standard construction, following a Property Ombudsman ruling.
London Home Moves Take Longest in Britain, Rightmove Data Shows
Property transactions in London now take an average of 174 days to complete, making it the slowest region in Britain, according to Rightmove analysis.
Winkworth Reports Slower Sales and Stronger Lettings in Prime Central London
Winkworth's latest report shows weaker buyer demand and increased tenant registrations in prime central London, with realistic pricing key to faster sales.
Nationwide Data Shows Slower House Price Growth and Subdued Market
Nationwide's latest figures show annual house price growth slowed to 1.8% in July, with subdued market activity and private renters moving more frequently than homeowners.
Bogus Mortgage Adviser Sentenced for £203,000 Fraud
Adam Francis has received a suspended prison sentence after admitting to defrauding four people of over £203,000 by posing as a mortgage adviser.
Estate Agents Face Record-Long Waits for Commission Payments
Estate agents are experiencing the longest wait on record to receive commission, with average home sales now taking over seven months from listing to completion, according to Rightmove.
UK Housing Market Shows Signs of Stabilisation in July 2026
Latest figures show the UK housing market slowdown eased in July 2026, with sales down on 2025 but up on 2023. Regional performance varies, with Scotland the only area showing annual growth.
Government Declines New Restrictions on HMO Conversions
The Government has rejected calls for new legislation to restrict family home conversions into HMOs, stating that local authorities already have sufficient planning powers.
First-Time Buyers Face Higher Mortgage Rates and Deposit Hurdles
First-time buyers in the UK are facing increased mortgage rates and higher deposit requirements, according to Moneyfacts analysis reported by PropertyWire.