If moving is starting to feel more realistic, September is a useful time to prepare. Understanding your budget, priorities and local property search now could make things much easier when the right home appears.

The Shepperton property market has changed noticeably over the past three years. Buyers now have far more choice with a 33.9% increase in the homes for sale, while sellers face a very different level of competition from their neighbours. That does not mean Shepperton homes are not selling, but it does mean buyers can afford to be more selective.

Are you tired of the typical estate agent experience? At Newboulds & Co, we pride ourselves on a different approach. Discover how our director-led service and proactive communication recently led to a "simply brilliant" client experience, from first viewing to exchange in under five weeks.

Buying a home has rarely felt like a straightforward decision, and the present market is no exception.