Lawlors blog

Energy efficiency isn't just important during winter. In this article, we share practical ways to reduce energy use throughout the warmer months, helping homeowners, landlords and tenants stay comfortable while keeping household costs in check.

As temperatures begin to rise, a little preparation can go a long way in helping you enjoy your home throughout the summer months. In this article, we share practical tips for keeping your property cool, maintaining outdoor spaces and staying on top of seasonal home maintenance.

If you're hoping to be settled into a new home before the new school year, now is the perfect time to start planning. This article explores why summer is a popular time for family moves and shares practical tips to help make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible.

Buying a home is an exciting milestone, and saving up for the deposit is often the biggest financial hurdle people focus on. In this article, we look at the true financial commitment of purchasing a property to help you budget accurately and avoid surprises. 

Whether you're aiming to buy a home or maximise your sale, understanding what boosts property value is key. Local amenities, from top-rated schools to convenient shops,  significantly impact a property's overall market appeal and, ultimately, its price. This article dives into which local amenities have the most influence.

When searching for a new home, one of the biggest decisions you'll face is whether to choose a modern new-build or an older, more traditional property. In this blog we’ll explore these differences to help you decide which type of home best suits your lifestyle, priorities and long-term plans.

Buying your first home is an exciting milestone, but it’s important to have a plan in mind when viewing properties. In this blog, we’ll explore the key factors to watch for during property viewings.

When you’re buying a property for the first time, the mortgage process can feel overwhelming. Meeting with a mortgage broker is an excellent step toward securing a loan that fits your needs. Here are some key questions to ask your mortgage broker when you are planning to buy your first home.

The Autumn Budget 2025, announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, introduces significant changes that will impact the housing market. Here’s a breakdown of the key numbers and what they mean for you.

On 6 November 2025, the Bank of England announced that it would hold the base interest rate at 4% while a possible reduction could be on the horizon.In this blog, we discuss what this may mean for homeowners, buyers, and sellers.

In this article, we will lay out the average timeframes of house moves in the UK, and what to expect during the process.

In the following article, we will look at how school catchment areas work, how to work out what catchment area a property is in and how you can apply all of this knowledge when looking for your next home.