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Welcome to the Hawes & Co blog. Here we share property news, and informative articles as well as the latest community news from our branches.

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February 26th 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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Find your perfect pancake ready kitchen
February 12th 2024
To celebrate Pancake Day, we've put together a list of three pancake-ready kitchens in homes up for sale right now.
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A forest path in Wimbledon Common
November 22nd 2023
Read our area guide on Raynes Park and whether this South West London suburb is a nice place for families to live and buy a house.
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It only takes one accident to start a fire
November 20th 2023
We’ve put together a list of safety checks and risks you should look out for to make sure your home is as safe from fire as it can be.
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November 17th 2023
In this blog we talk through all the things you should look out for before buying a renovation project and what the advantages of renovating a house are.
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An aerial view of Surbiton
September 21st 2023
With riverside views of the Thames and good transport links to central London, Surbiton is a South West London suburb that is popular with both commuters and families.
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A cheering person in sunglasses with the text A mortgage that requires 0% deposit
May 15th 2023
If you are a first-time buyer but struggling to save for a deposit, Skipton Building Society have just launched an exciting new product. Our partner Embrace Financial Services are working with Skipton to offer this mortgage to those who fit the criteria.
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Two older people sitting on a sofa
April 25th 2023
As people near retirement age, many begin to consider the prospect of downsizing to a smaller, more manageable property. If you’re approaching this stage of life, you might want to consider looking at retirement properties.
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A couple being shown around a packed-up living room
April 13th 2023
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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A couple packing up a cardboard box
April 11th 2023
As life changes and evolves, so does our living space. What was right for you ten or twenty years ago may not be the right fit now as you get older and your lifestyle shifts. If you’re reaching this point, you might want to consider downsizing your property.
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Bar graph with arrow pointing down and the text Interest rates might be rising but did you know what mortgage rates are starting to fall?
March 3rd 2023
If you’ve been putting off looking at your mortgage because of the rapidly rising interest rates late last year, now could be the best time to speak to a Financial Adviser.
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A row of houses with solar panels on their rooves
January 10th 2023
As the market shifts back into gear for the new year, you might be starting your search for a new home. One option to consider is purchasing a new build property.
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