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Lily Woods

Lily Woods

First-Time Buyer Specialist

First-Time Buyers Mortgage Guidance Property Search Market Education

Dedicated to helping first-time buyers navigate the property market with 8+ years of experience. Specializes in making homeownership accessible and understandable.

Latest Articles by Lily Woods

What is Ground Rent? Complete UK Leasehold Guide 2025

Comprehensive ground rent guide explaining what it is, typical costs, escalation clauses, mortgage implications, recent reforms, buying your freehold, and challenging excessive charges in the UK.

Buying Selling Surveys Moving
Lily Woods

Lily Woods

October 31, 2025 • 36 min read

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Conveyancing Process Timeline UK Guide 2025

Complete guide to UK conveyancing timeline from offer to completion including typical timescales, key stages, common delays, and strategies to speed up the process.

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Lily Woods

Lily Woods

October 9, 2025 • 36 min read

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What is a Leasehold Property? Complete UK Guide

Comprehensive guide to leasehold property ownership including costs, restrictions, lease extensions, buying freehold, and key differences from freehold ownership.

Buying Selling Surveys Renting
Lily Woods

Lily Woods

September 2, 2025 • 29 min read

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What Documents Do You Need to Sell Your Home? Complete Checklist

Comprehensive guide to property selling documents including EPC, title deeds, Property Information Forms, building certificates, warranties, and leasehold documentation.

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Lily Woods

Lily Woods

August 3, 2025 • 25 min read

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What Are Conveyancing Fees? Complete Cost Breakdown Guide

Comprehensive guide to UK conveyancing fees including legal costs, disbursements, searches, and hidden charges. Learn what buyers and sellers pay for property transactions.

Buying Selling Renting Property
Lily Woods

Lily Woods

July 25, 2025 • 26 min read

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RICS Valuation Cost UK 2025: Complete Price Guide

Comprehensive guide to RICS valuation costs in the UK. Understand mortgage valuation fees, market valuation pricing, HomeBuyer costs, and how to get the best value from RICS property valuations.

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Lily Woods

Lily Woods

May 30, 2025 • 19 min read

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What Does Let Agreed Mean? Complete UK Rental Guide 2025

Understand what Let Agreed means in UK property rentals, how the process works, typical timelines, and what it means for tenants and landlords.

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Lily Woods

Lily Woods

May 19, 2025 • 12 min read

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Legal Assent in Property: What It Means

A clear guide to property assents after death: when they’re used, who signs, forms, costs and timelines, plus how they differ from a standard transfer.

Buying Selling Renting Property
Lily Woods

Lily Woods

April 25, 2025 • 5 min read

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Understanding Shared Ownership: Complete Guide 2025

Discover everything about shared ownership schemes in the UK. Learn eligibility criteria, costs, staircasing process, and how to get started with our comprehensive guide.

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Lily Woods

Lily Woods

March 8, 2025 • 16 min read

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Understanding Conveyancing Meaning: A Comprehensive Guide to the Process

Discover what conveyancing means and how the property transfer process works. Complete guide to conveyancing steps, costs, legal requirements, and expert tips for smooth transactions.

Buying Selling Surveys Moving
Lily Woods

Lily Woods

March 2, 2025 • 17 min read

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What Do Estate Agents Charge? Complete Fee Guide 2025

Discover estate agent fees and costs in the UK. Learn about commission rates, fee structures, negotiation tips, and how to get the best value from your estate agent.

Buying Selling Property Guides
Lily Woods

Lily Woods

December 30, 2024 • 14 min read

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How Much Is My House Worth? Complete Guide 2025

Discover your home's true value with our comprehensive guide. Learn valuation methods, key factors, and expert tips for accurate property assessment in 2025.

Buying Selling Surveys Property
Lily Woods

Lily Woods

December 27, 2024 • 14 min read

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UK Property Market Cooling: Understanding the Price Drop - Complete Analysis & Strategic Guide 2025

Comprehensive analysis of UK property market cooling and price corrections. Expert insights on regional variations, driving factors, and strategic responses for buyers, sellers, and investors.

Buying Selling Renting Property
Lily Woods

Lily Woods

November 23, 2024 • 7 min read

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UK House Prices Hit 14-Year Low: Complete Market Analysis & Strategic Guide 2023

Comprehensive analysis of the UK's steepest house price decline in 14 years, covering causes, implications, market comparisons, and strategic guidance for buyers and sellers.

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Lily Woods

Lily Woods

November 18, 2024 • 10 min read

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How to Set the Price of Your Home: Complete Pricing Strategy Guide 2025

Expert guide to pricing your home correctly. Learn market analysis techniques, valuation methods, pricing psychology, and strategies to achieve the best sale price.

Buying Selling Renting Property
Lily Woods

Lily Woods

October 18, 2024 • 5 min read

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Unraveling UK Rental Market Shifts: Spike in Medium Earners Providing Guarantors - Complete Analysis & Strategic Guide 2025

Comprehensive analysis of UK rental market transformation with medium earners increasingly requiring guarantors. Expert insights on market dynamics, demographic impacts, and strategic responses for tenants and landlords.

Buying Moving Renting Property
Lily Woods

Lily Woods

October 1, 2024 • 8 min read

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UK Property Developers Shift Amidst Rising Costs - Strategic Adaptations & Market Impact 2025

Comprehensive analysis of how UK property developers are adapting to rising construction costs. Expert insights on strategic responses, innovation adoption, and market implications for housing delivery.

Buying Property Guides
Lily Woods

Lily Woods

September 27, 2024 • 7 min read

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Top 7 Home Selling Strategies for UK Market Success in 2025

Master the seven proven strategies for selling your UK property quickly and profitably. From pricing psychology to chain management, learn expert tactics that achieve 5-10% above asking price.

Buying Selling Property Guides
Lily Woods

Lily Woods

September 3, 2024 • 7 min read

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Rising UK House Prices 2025: Complete Market Analysis & Strategic Guide

Comprehensive analysis of rising UK house prices covering regional variations, economic drivers, market impacts, investment implications, and strategic guidance for buyers, sellers, and investors.

Buying Selling Renting Property
Lily Woods

Lily Woods

August 15, 2024 • 11 min read

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Mortgage Market Unpredictability 2025: Complete Homeowner Strategy Guide

Comprehensive guide to navigating mortgage market volatility, covering product withdrawals, risk management strategies, alternative lenders, and professional guidance for successful home financing.

Buying Selling Renting Property
Lily Woods

Lily Woods

August 15, 2024 • 11 min read

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