What If? Imagine a Britain Where Moving Is Easy

Annabelle Watt

Published on: 09/10/2026

A what-if look at the Conservative pledges on stamp duty and inheritance tax, and what they would mean for downsizers, farmers and buyers in Scotland.

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Stop Looking for the Perfect House

Annabelle Watt

Published on: 30/09/2026

Buying in East Lothian or Edinburgh? Five patterns from our Quiet Seeker consultations show why a clear brief beats the perfect house.

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Thinking of Selling? Five Questions for YOU to Answer Before Any Agent Comes Round

Annabelle Watt

Published on: 30/09/2026

Before you compare valuations and fees, get clear on your own move. Five questions we'd ask anyone thinking of selling in East Lothian and Edinburgh, whoever they end up instructing. (ps. if an agent doesn't ask you these, that's a red flag!)

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Home Report Value: Why You Can't Deduct Renovation Costs

Annabelle Watt

Published on: 17/09/2026

Buyers try to knock renovation costs off the Home Report value. Condition is already priced in. Here is what really moves a price in East Lothian and Edinburgh.

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