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Property Advice, News & Events

We take a look at the local property market, national trends and the current conditions to identify advice for both buyers and sellers alike. Our teams add valuable input to our blogs, with specific focus on each of our branch areas.

Properties both for sale and to let are also featured, along with updates on new homes, hints and tips, plus local events that we’re proud to sponsor.

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18 Questions to Ask Before Buying a New-Build Home In Aldershot 
Explore 18 key questions for buying a new-build home in Aldershot. 
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Rare Brand New Detached Home For Sale in Normandy, Surrey 
Brand new homes are always in demand, but one-off new homes like Ambler Cottage are challenging to find. 
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Brand New Four Bedroom Detached Home for Sale in Ash Green, Surrey 
If you've been hoping to find a beautiful detached family home that combines contemporary design, practicality and a superb village… 
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Brand New Home Let in Just 2 Days: How Mackenzie Smith Helps Landlords and Developers Achieve Successful Lettings 
A successful letting from the very first viewing highlights the demand for exceptional rental properties. 
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Where Are the New Homes? 
If you've been searching for a brand-new home, you may be encouraged by recent forecasts, suggesting that housebuilding activity is… 
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What the King's Speech Means for Home Buyers, Sellers and Investors 
The latest King’s Speech has once again placed housing firmly in the spotlight, with a range of proposed reforms aimed… 
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Property Market Reforms Expected in the King’s Speech 
As attention turns towards the King’s Speech this Wednesday, you may be wondering exactly what impact it has on your… 
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Landlords and New Homes' Developers Could Benefit as Nationwide Lowers Buy-to-Let Rates 
The latest news from Nationwide Building Society reveals that buy-to-let mortgage rates have been reduced, marking a continued trend of… 
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What Current Market Conditions Mean for Developers and Builders 
The conversation around the property market in recent years has often been framed by uncertainty, with shifting interest rates, changing… 
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What do you expect from the property market in 2026? 
Our Director and founder, Ed Mackenzie Smith, shares his thoughts on the year to come. 
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Early Build in Market Momentum as 2026 Begins 
As we move into 2026, the UK housing market is showing encouraging signs, particularly when it comes to sellers stepping… 
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The 2025 Budget effects on the Property Industry 
Delivering the 2025 budget today, Rachel Reeves confirmed several major changes that have tax implications for homeowners and landlords. Whilst…