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First-time buyers have always been key drivers of the housing market. Their choices don’t just shape the property landscape today – they also hint at where things might head tomorrow. New research from Barclays has shed light on what’s driving the decisions of different generations as they become homeowners for the first time. And the […]

The Bank of England has just announced that Bank Rate will be cut to 3.75%. Here we’ll look more closely at their decision – and at what it means for the property market in 2026. Phew. It’s been the trickiest year we can remember for predicting interest rate decisions. Probably the trickiest since ex-Bank Governor […]

According to one survey, boiler breakdowns surge by 50% in October.* Here are some tips for avoiding headaches and hassles if your rental has a gas boiler. Is your boiler due for a service? As a landlord you’ll know that gas appliances, including boilers, need an annual gas safety check by law. Gas safety checks […]

A fixer-upper or a home that has ‘room for improvement’ has long been attractive to buyers. But that could be changing. Let’s explore if it’s a good idea to get your home move-in ready before putting it on the market. What buyers want may be changing A new survey* says buyers are prioritising ‘ready to […]

If you’re new to renting, here’s some advice that will help get your tenancy off to a good start and avoid future disputes. Searching for a property to rent can be daunting, especially if you’re a first-time tenant. But by avoiding the rookie mistakes listed below, you can build the foundations of a long and […]

The Autumn Budget 2025 will go down in history for the absolutely unprecedented tidal wave of leaks – as to what may or may not be announced – in the weeks (and even in the minutes) leading up to it. Now the Budget has been delivered, let’s look at what actually did – and didn’t […]

Is it a buyers’ or sellers’ market? Swindon Property Market Is it a buyers’ or sellers’ market? Are you considering moving home in Swindon during the next 6 to 12 months? You may be a Swindon landlord deciding whether to grow your portfolio or sell off a few properties. Or you’re a Swindon first-time buyer […]

A step-by-step guide for Swindon homeowners You want more space. The kitchen bleeds into homework time. The spare room became an office, then a dumping ground. The obvious answer used to be to extend. Yet over the last few years, the sums have changed. This is an article for Swindon homeowners who are weighing up […]

MPs finally passed the long-awaited Renters’ Rights Bill on 22nd October and the new law will come into force soon. Here’s what landlords need to know. How is the law changing? Renters’ Rights – which applies to England only – is said to be the biggest change to renting laws in a generation. Fixed term […]

When autumn settles over Swindon and the evenings draw in, our familiar streets take on a different feel. The air cools, the mist rolls low across Lydiard Park, and creaking floorboards in Old Town’s Victorian terraces sound just a little too loud. This Halloween, Swindon Home Finders invites you to explore the spooky side of […]

We’re absolutely thrilled to share some incredible news, we’ve won eight awards at this year’s ESTAS Awards, including one of the biggest honours in the property industry:Best Letting Agent in the UK (Gold – Tenants)! The ESTAS (Estate Agent of the Year Awards) celebrate the very best estate and letting agents across the UK. What […]

If you’re new to renting, here’s some advice that will help get your tenancy off to a good start and avoid future disputes. Searching for a property to rent can be daunting, especially if you’re a first-time tenant. But by avoiding the rookie mistakes listed below, you can build the foundations of a long and […]