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Keep up to date with the latest property trends, market updates, Intercounty news, community activity and competitions.

A field in Bishop's Stortford
March 26th 2025William Jobber
A lively commuter town on the edge of Hertfordshire, Bishop’s Stortford is the best of both worlds as a town that’s well connected to London while maintaining a rural feel. Take a look at our area guide to find out more about this fantastic location. 
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A couple being shown around a packed-up living room
March 13th 2025
To help make the downsizing process easier, we’ve collected a list of things to think about before making the decision to downsize your home.
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Bridge End Garden in Saffron Walden
March 11th 2025Blake Kingston
In this area guide, we take a closer look at Saffron Walden, recently named the best place to live in the Sunday Times Best Places to Live guide. Discover the attractions and lifestyle that make this charming village one of the top places to call home.
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Great Dunmow
March 5th 2025Katie Beard
Discover Great Dunmow, a charming market town in Essex, blending rich history with modern living. Explore its vibrant community, historical landmarks, green parks, and other highlights that make it a fantastic place to live. 
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Questions to ask your mortgage broker as a first time buyer
January 24th 2025
When you’re buying a property for the first time, the mortgage process can feel overwhelming. Meeting with a mortgage broker is an excellent step toward securing a loan that fits your needs. Here are some key questions to ask your mortgage broker when you are planning to buy your first home.
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Viewing tips when buying your first home
January 21st 2025
Buying your first home is an exciting milestone, but it’s important to have a plan in mind when viewing properties. In this blog, we’ll explore the key factors to watch for during property viewings to help you make confident, well-informed decisions in your search for your ideal first home.
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A guide to selling your home before Christmas
September 25th 2024
In this article, we will lay out the average timeframes of house moves in the UK, and what to expect during the process.
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Will VAT on private schools affect the property market?
September 3rd 2024
Each of the areas we represent offer a high amount of well-reputed schools, making them extremely popular for families seeking quality education and a great lifestyle.
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Will VAT on private schools affect the property market?
September 3rd 2024
In this blog post, we will break down what the VAT plan is exactly and when it will be implemented, and also how it might affect the housing market.
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What are school catchment areas and what do buyers need to know?
September 3rd 2024
In this blog post, we will break down how school catchment areas work, how to work out what catchment area a property is in and how you can apply all of this knowledge when looking for your next home.
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Someone planting in a garden
May 24th 2024
We've put together a list of four properties currently for sale that have the ideal gardens for lounging around in.
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Someone using a calculator and a laptop
March 5th 2024
Buying a house is a big commitment, one you will probably spend years saving for. To help you be prepared, we’ve compiled a quick list of costs you might encounter when buying your new home.
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