The rental market continues to shift, with new rules, rising rents and affordability pressures all shaping landlord decisions. July is a good time to review your property and your plans.

With summer just around the corner, thinking about Christmas might seem a little premature, especially during what feels like the hottest week of 2026! However, if your dream is to be settled in a new home by the festive season, the time to act is actually right now.

On 16 October the ESTAS awards will take place, and Phil has had a personal nomination for a 2026 peoples award.

Artificial intelligence is starting to shape the way people sell, buy, rent and let homes. Used well, it can make the moving process smarter, faster and more connected.