Mortgage Opportunities in 2026

As we turn the page on another eventful year for UK property, the mortgage market is shaping up to be one of the most interesting storylines of 2026....

New Year, New Moves: Resolutions for Sellers, Buyers and Landlords in 2026

As we kick off 2026, there’s a natural sense of optimism in the air and it's especially evident than in the UK property market. After the well-deserved breather of the Christmas holidays, the New...

Mackenzie Smith Estate Agents Christmas Opening Times

We’ll be closing at 12pm on 23rd December and will reopen on Friday 2nd January with the following hours:...

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 some pre-Budget speculations did not materialise,...

Propertymark Speaks Out on Tax Changes in the Budget

With talks of tax changes from Chancellor Rachel Reeves in the upcoming Autumn Budget, Propertymark, the UK’s independent industry body for property professionals, has spoken out....

How The Renters’ Rights Act Impacts Landlords

The Renters’ Rights Act (formerly the Renters’ Rights Bill) has attained Royal Assent — marking one of the biggest shifts in the private rented sector for decades. If you own or manage rental...

Your Fixed Rate Mortgage is Ending: A Simple Guide to Your Next Smart Move

Remember that great fixed-rate mortgage you secured a few years ago? That period of financial certainty is likely coming to an end for many of you in 2025. You're not alone – another 1.5 million...

Tenant Rights & Responsibilities in Hampshire

Property Management Tips in Hampshire

Maximising Rental Yields in Hampshire