If you’re planning to buy a home soon, you might assume the best place to start is on the property portals, Rightmove, Zoopla, or OnTheMarket. But the truth is, the savviest buyers are seeing homes long before they ever appear online. Here’s why registering with an agent puts you one step ahead.

The housing market remains steady this week, with new listings, sales activity and price trends all tracking closely to seasonal norms. While reductions edge up and net sales dip as expected, overall 2025 performance continues to outpace last year and pre-Covid averages.

Holly Bank is a generously sized end-terraced property spread over four floors. Set within a gated area, it's in a quiet and peaceful setting, yet only a short walk from Oak Hill Park and within easy reach of Accrington town. With convenient access to Baxenden and motorway links at Rising Bridge, this property offers both peace and practicality.

Selling for the first time can feel overwhelming. Everyone has advice, most of it conflicting. Here are the key questions to ask every estate agent, plus the step-by-step process you’ll go through to launch your home the right way.