Making a Move

Practical guidance for buying your first home from offer to completion. Articles cover negotiations, costs, paperwork requirements and moving day preparations.

Making an Offer on a House

Budget for solicitors, surveys and insurance when making your house offer, or you could end up in financial trouble.

Negotiating Fixtures and Fittings

Clarify what stays and what goes when buying a property to avoid costly disputes over fixtures and fittings.

The Costs Involved in Moving to a First Home

First-time buyers now need deposits of around 18% and face mounting legal costs, with over a third needing financial help from family.

The Home Information Pack (H.I.P)

Home Information Packs were abolished in 2012 and no longer required, though Energy Performance Certificates still apply to property sales.

Tips for a Quick House Move

Get your house move done faster with practical tips like bringing in help, blocking out time to view properties, and staying on top of paperwork.

What Happens When Your Offer Is Accepted

Here's what happens after your property offer gets accepted in the UK buying process.