With rising demand for affordable housing, many landlords consider turning a property into a house in multiple occupation (HMO). The higher rental yields can be tempting, but HMOs come with stricter rules and heavier responsibilities. Handled well, they can be profitable. Handled badly, they can be stressful and costly.

If you listened to the doom merchants, you would think first-time buyers (FTB) in Blackwater had no chance at all. According to the loudest voices, buying a first home is impossible, the ladder has been pulled up, and the only people who buy their first homes today are lottery winners or those with wealthy parents.

f you walk down almost any Ruislip road or street, you will see the quiet signs of life playing out behind the front doors. Families growing. Kids leaving home. Kitchens are being refitted for the second or third time. Yet somewhere in that rhythm, every homeowner starts to feel it again ... the gentle itch to move.

This Avocado Property blog explains what the Budget could mean for buyers, sellers, landlords, and tenants in Maidenhead, known for its riverside lifestyle, Crossrail links, and commuter appeal. Whether you own a Victorian townhouse, central flat, or riverside detached, it’s tailored to you.