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June 23, 2025

Practical Tips To Get Your Home Autumn-Ready

Simple, expert-backed ways to prepare your home for autumn. From heating checks to outdoor tweaks, this article helps you stay warm and organised.

October 22, 2025

Search by What You Can Actually Afford

Use our monthly mortgage calculator to search homes by real monthly costs, not just the total price. A clearer, smarter way to find the actual homes that are in your budget.

August 26, 2025

How to Make an Offer on a House

Struggling to decide how much to offer on a house? Learn how to price it right, avoid regret, and boost your chances of having your offer accepted.

August 21, 2025

What to Ask at a House Viewing, According to a Former Agent

Ask smarter questions, avoid red flags, and impress agents at your next viewing with tips from a former estate agent.

August 20, 2025

View Property Photos Grouped by Room

Discover Jitty’s new photo gallery that groups property images by room, making it easier to explore homes and focus on what matters most.

August 19, 2025

How to Buy a House at a UK Auction in 2025

Auctions are property buying on hard mode. This guide covers how to buy a house at auction, from reviewing the legal pack to bidding strategy.

August 12, 2025

Fixer-Uppers Are for People with Time, Trades, or Trust Funds (i.e. Not You)

Thinking "should I buy a fixer upper?" This article explains why that old advice is often a trap, breaking down the real-world costs, time, and market risks.

August 12, 2025

Are New Builds Worth It? (Unfortunately, Usually Not)

For many first-time buyers, it sounds like the safest way onto the ladder. But in the current UK market, are new builds worth it? That promise rarely holds up.

August 12, 2025

Leasehold vs. Freehold: Why it’s not as obvious as you think

Everyone says freehold is better, but is that true? This article breaks down the real pros and cons of leasehold vs freehold in the UK.

August 12, 2025

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