Sales Market Update – July 2026 The property market  remained active during July, although buyers continued to be selective and increasingly price-conscious. Nationally, the average asking price of a property coming to market fell by 1% during July to £372,359, according to Rightmove. This was a larger fall than the ten-year average July reduction of 0.2%….

The property market continues to evolve, with June bringing several important developments for buyers, sellers, landlords and investors. While some of the headlines focus on regulation, the underlying theme is clear: transparency, preparation and good advice are becoming increasingly important. This month, we look at what these changes mean in practice and how they may…

Sales Market Update May 2026 North Cotswolds • North Oxfordshire • South Warwickshire After a busy spring market, the housing market across North Cotswolds, North Oxfordshire and South Warwickshire continues to show resilience despite ongoing economic uncertainty and higher borrowing costs. Nationally, house price growth remains modest and Rightmove reports that the average asking price…

The property market continues to feel cautious but there is still a movement. Whilst national headlines continue to swing between optimism and doom, what we are actually seeing on the ground across Oxfordshire, Warwickshire and the North Cotswolds is a market that is highly price-sensitive and emotionally driven. Good properties that are correctly priced, beautifully…

LETTINGS Renters Right Act – An Issue, But One Worth Navigating For Better Rewards The Renters’ Rights Act – you know, that thing that keeps getting mentioned is now less than a month away. Coming into force on 1 May 2026, it is widely seen as one of the most transformative changes to the UK…

February saw news stories about the Decent Homes Standard and John Lewis BTR investments take centre stage. And as a reminder, there are now only two months until RRA implementation day. Before we get to the news, let’s take a look at the recent rental market performance. Here’s what happened in the English rental market last…

The local sales market is active and responsive, particularly where pricing strategy is right from day one. We have recently agreed several sales within 7–14 days of launch, where properties were positioned correctly and presented well. However, there are also some properties. This reinforces a clear pattern: when pricing reflects current buyer expectations, the market…

With only 2 months away from one of the biggest ‘shake ups’ in the rental legislation, we thought we would sum up again the key points of the new Renters Right Act. Under the proposed Renters’ Rights Act, Section 21 “no fault” evictions will be abolished. All tenancies will become periodic from day one, and…

The relationship between pets and rental property has evolved significantly. With the rollout of the Renters’ Rights Act (RRA) in 2026, tenants now have stronger rights when it comes to keeping pets, and landlords benefit from clearer guidelines regarding what is considered fair and lawful. At Distinct Property Consultants, we are fortunate to work with…

Rental Market Update and What’s Ahead for Landlords December 2025 | Distinct Property Consultants In December, councils across England were granted new investigatory powers to help enforce the incoming Renters’ Rights Act legislation. These changes represent a major shift in how the private rented sector will be regulated. In this update, we look at what…