Hoping to be in your next home by Christmas? With property transactions taking months rather than weeks, October is the time to understand what’s realistic — and why it can still pay to get moving.

With further changes on the way, including the rollout of the new Landlord Portal, it's important to know what's coming and how it could affect you. In our latest video, Shaun explains the key updates, what they mean for landlords and how you can prepare with confidence. Watch Shaun's update and stay one step ahead of the changes.

A wonderful result for a fantastic local cause! We were delighted to lend our Perry Bishop community gazebo to the Cirencester Hospital League of Friends for their Family Fun Day which raised an amazing £4,302.80 to support patients and staff at the hospital.

If moving is starting to feel more realistic, September is a useful time to prepare. Understanding your budget, priorities and local property search now could make things much easier when the right home appears.