Selling through the seasons

Buyers can be swayed by seasonal features depending on when they’re buying  Winter buyers prioritise warmth, so would pay more for a fireplace and insulation  Summer buyers are drawn to gardens, pools and air conditioning when purchasing  Thinking of putting your home on the market? The time of year you do it could affect how well your […]

Online fraudsters target UK investors

Many UK investors use social media to help make their financial decisions   To protect investors from misleading advice, the FCA is taking decisive action  Professional guidance helps investors make safe, informed decisions and avoid costly mistakes  Social media finfluencers. Internet searches. AI chatbots. A growing number of people in the UK are turning to unregulated – […]

Economic Review – October 2025

UK GDP edged up 0.1% in August, supported by stronger manufacturing output and improving private sector confidence  Inflation held steady at 3.8%, fuelling expectations of another potential interest rate cut by year-end  Global equities rose as US tech earnings impressed and a US-China trade truce boosted market optimism  UK economy returns to growth  Figures published […]