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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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Nationwide Mortgage Extension Boost 
There has been some genuinely encouraging news from the mortgage market this week, with Nationwide Building Society announcing an extension… 
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Rightmove Reports Highest Ever January House Price Rise 
New figures released by Rightmove indicate that house prices have started the year on a notably positive footing, with the… 
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Mortgage Opportunities in 2026 
As we turn the page on another eventful year for UK property, the mortgage market is shaping up to be… 
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Are You Just Browsing Rightmove, or Ready to Make Your Move? 
Are you a serious home mover, or do you just enjoy 'doom scrolling' through Rightmove and Zoopla? Read on for… 
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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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Bank Of England Base Rate Cut: What It Means for the Property Market 
Today the Bank of England has reduced the base interest rate from 4% to 3.75%, marking the lowest level in… 
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Nationwide and Halifax Predict Rise in House Prices 
The latest forecasts from leading industry analysts suggest some welcome news for homeowners thinking about selling; house prices are expected… 
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Are Home Buyers Depending on the 'Bank of Mum and Dad'? 
At Mackenzie Smith, we’re always watching how different factors influence the confidence and behaviour of property buyers — including those… 
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Post-Budget Survey Points to a Strong 2026 Property Market 
Whilst some feared that new taxes and political posturing might stall demand after the Autumn Budget, a timely new survey… 
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Mackenzie Smith Hartley Wintney Wins British Property Award 
We are thrilled to announce that our Hartley Wintney office has once again been recognised for excellence, winning the British… 
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Post-Budget Resilience in the Property Market 
Despite recent uncertainty in the run-up to the Budget, many homeowners and buyers are already pressing ahead, with the shift… 
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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… 
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