Practical guides and market updates for buyers, sellers, landlords and investors, published regularly by the Giles Real Estates team. Looking for a quick figure instead? Try our free calculators.
SDLT charged at market value, CGT and incorporation relief, the mortgage problem and the company law steps.
Why common ownership is not a group, and what SDLT, corporation tax and VAT actually cost on the transfer.
Realistic stage-by-stage timings from offer accepted to completion in 2026, and the delays that cost buyers the most weeks.
Lease length, the 80-year rule, ground rent, service charges and where leasehold reform has actually got to.
Current market data, pricing discipline, presenting a home in low light and realistic completion timings.
Rates and allowance for 2026/27, allowable costs, Private Residence Relief and the 60-day reporting deadline.
Class MA permitted development explained: eligibility, prior approval, exclusions, space standards and appraisal.
The Renters' Rights Act ends Section 21 evictions and converts fixed-term tenancies to periodic agreements from 1 May 2026 - what landlords need to do now.
The government has confirmed rental properties must reach EPC C by 1 October 2030. The cost cap, new EPC format and penalties explained.
Where mortgage rates stand in August 2026, when to start the process, and what a remortgage actually costs.
Current average prices, how Walsall compares to the wider region, and what it means for sellers, buyers and investors.
Where buy-to-let mortgage rates and yields stand in 2026, plus tax considerations for new and existing landlords.
Pricing, presentation, choosing an agent and avoiding chain delays - a step-by-step 2026 guide to selling fast.
Why online estimates only tell half the story, and how to get a valuation you can actually rely on.
Prime vs secondary locations, yields, and what investors should check before buying a high street unit.
A clear guide to current SDLT rates, first-time buyer relief and second home surcharges.
Current averages, forecasts from Halifax, Nationwide and Zoopla, and what it means for you.
A practical, step-by-step walkthrough of buying your first home in the UK - from mortgage agreement in principle through to collecting the keys on completion day.
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