Selling your home is an exciting step. A fresh start, a new space, maybe even that dream kitchen you’ve been saving on Pinterest for years. But before the “For Sale” sign goes up and you start imagining life in your next place, there’s a bit of preparation involved. And no — it’s not just hiding everything in cupboards five minutes before the estate agent arrives. From decluttering and staging to sorting your mortgage and finances, here’s how to get your home (and yourself) r

At some point, many homeowners face the same question: do we move, or do we improve? Maybe the kitchen feels a bit like cooking in a cupboard, the family has expanded (hello, children or dogs), or you’ve realised that working from home at the dining table isn’t quite the dream you imagined. When this happens, there are usually two options: move to a bigger or better property, or renovate the home you already have. Both come with their own costs, benefits, and the occasional h

We sat down with our friend and branch Director of Martin & Co Sales & Letting Agents , Matt Berry ANAEA, to give us a localised update on the property market in Portsmouth in 2026. Here's what he had to say... We expect the Portsmouth housing market to remain broadly stable in 2026, following a cautious period of adjustment through late 2024 and 2025. Rather than dramatic swings, the year ahead points toward modest growth, steady demand, and improving confidence among buye