Intercounty blog

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.

Each of the areas we represent offer a high amount of well-reputed schools, making them extremely popular for families seeking quality education and a great lifestyle. In this blog we list some of the key areas for top schools in Bishop's Stortford and beyond. 

In this blog post, we will break down 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.

When you've found your dream home and are ready to make an offer, having a conveyancer already lined up can give you a significant edge. In today's competitive market, being prepared shows sellers you're serious, organised, and ready to move quickly. This article explores why securing a property lawyer in advance is crucial for a successful purchase.

Find out what the April 2025 Stamp Duty updates mean for your next property transaction in our blog.

In this area guide, we take a closer look at Saffron Walden, recently named the best place to live in the Sunday Times Best Places to Live guide. Discover the attractions and lifestyle that make this charming village one of the top places to call home.

In this blog post, we will break down what the VAT plan is exactly and when it will be implemented, and also how it might affect the housing market.

We've put together a list of four properties currently for sale that have the ideal gardens for lounging around in.

Buying a house is a big commitment, one you will probably spend years saving for. To help you be prepared, we’ve compiled a quick list of costs you might encounter when buying your new home.

To celebrate Pancake Day, we've made a list of three home with the perfect kitchens for flipping pancakes with the family.