Hawes & Co blog

On 6 November 2025, the Bank of England announced that it would hold the base interest rate at 4% while a possible reduction could be on the horizon.In this blog, we discuss what this may mean for homeowners, buyers, and sellers.

In this article, we will lay out the average timeframes of house moves in the UK, and what to expect during the process.

In the following article, we will look at 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.

When you've found your dream home and are ready to make an offer, having a conveyancer already lined up can give you a significant edge. In today's competitive market, being prepared shows sellers you're serious, organised, and ready to move quickly. This article explores why securing a property lawyer in advance is crucial for a successful purchase.

Learn about the latest property trends in South West London in 2025 and get insights on sale prices, market trends, and interest rates to make informed decisions.

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.

If you’ve decided 2025 is going to be the year you move to a new home, getting your property on the market before Boxing Day will give you the best chance of getting a buyer in place quickly – but with Christmas coming you’ll need to act fast.

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.

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.

To celebrate Pancake Day, we've put together a list of three pancake-ready kitchens in homes up for sale right now.

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.

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.