"Writing on a glowering January morning, the elements seem as good a place to start as any. Wild winter weather is surely a signal to hunker down not house hunt?"

"The well-documented financial challenges experienced by first-time buyers have resulted in many property developers looking to provide a helping hand."

"Our latest survey examines whether people’s commitment to moving home has changed, if buyers’ budgets are showing signs of improvement, and what their priorities are for their next move"

"There are a myriad of things to consider when moving house. But one of the most important is to ensure you research the area you’re relocating to."

"Exquisite architecture and a rich history are complemented by a cosmopolitan mix of restaurants, pubs and cafés, fuelled in no small part by its world renowned university and a reputation as a leading tech and life science hub."

"If you’ve decided to move to a new area it’s only natural that you’ll want to settle in as quickly as possible. "

"A higher cost of living and more uncertain economic environment, combined with Labour plans to remove tax exemptions from private schools (likely to result in a hike in school fees), has seen the clamour for grammar schools grow."

"For most people, completion day is moving day – the exciting moment at the end of the house buying process when the van is all packed up and ready for the off. "

"Moving home is such a busy time, and with so much to think about, it’s easy to forget what it means for our four-legged friends. "