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		<title>How to get on the property ladder</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:55:05 +0000</pubDate>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">What the property ladder is and how it works</h3>
<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The property ladder is a common way to describe how buyers move through different stages of home ownership. Typically, it represents how individuals begin with a more affordable property, and &#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://thepersonalagent.co.uk/2026/06/08/how-to-get-on-the-property-ladder/">How to get on the property ladder</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thepersonalagent.co.uk">The Personal Agent</a>.</p>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The property ladder is a common way to describe how buyers move through different stages of home ownership. Typically, it represents how individuals begin with a more affordable property, and &hellip;</p><p>The post <a href="https://thepersonalagent.co.uk/2026/06/08/how-to-get-on-the-property-ladder/">How to get on the property ladder</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thepersonalagent.co.uk">The Personal Agent</a>.</p>
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		<title>Epsom property market 2026</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Rupert Briggs]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 10:54:20 +0000</pubDate>
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<h3><img decoding="async" class="alignnone  wp-image-29035" src="https://thepersonalagent.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/epsom-property-market-2026-300x169.jpg" alt="" width="808" height="455" srcset="https://thepersonalagent.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/epsom-property-market-2026-300x169.jpg 300w, https://thepersonalagent.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/epsom-property-market-2026-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://thepersonalagent.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/epsom-property-market-2026-768x432.jpg 768w, https://thepersonalagent.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/epsom-property-market-2026-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://thepersonalagent.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/epsom-property-market-2026.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 808px) 100vw, 808px" /></h3>
<h3>Understanding the Epsom property market in 2026</h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Firmly established as a well-regarded residential market in Surrey, Epsom is favoured by buyers for its direct commuter connections to London, well-regarded schools and access to open green space such as Epsom Downs.</span></p>
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<p>The post <a href="https://thepersonalagent.co.uk/2026/05/29/epsom-property-market-2026/">Epsom property market 2026</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thepersonalagent.co.uk">The Personal Agent</a>.</p>
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<h3>Understanding the Epsom property market in 2026</h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Firmly established as a well-regarded residential market in Surrey, Epsom is favoured by buyers for its direct commuter connections to London, well-regarded schools and access to open green space such as Epsom Downs.</span></p></div>&hellip;<p>The post <a href="https://thepersonalagent.co.uk/2026/05/29/epsom-property-market-2026/">Epsom property market 2026</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thepersonalagent.co.uk">The Personal Agent</a>.</p>
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		<title>Why investing in property is still a smart move</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:13:40 +0000</pubDate>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Whether markets feel busy or subdued, one question remains consistent: is it a good time to buy a house? Today, the answer still leans toward yes when the decision is approached with a long-term mindset. At The Personal Agent, daily &#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://thepersonalagent.co.uk/2026/03/09/why-investing-in-property-is-still-a-smart-move/">Why investing in property is still a smart move</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thepersonalagent.co.uk">The Personal Agent</a>.</p>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Whether markets feel busy or subdued, one question remains consistent: is it a good time to buy a house? Today, the answer still leans toward yes when the decision is approached with a long-term mindset. At The Personal Agent, daily &hellip;</p><p>The post <a href="https://thepersonalagent.co.uk/2026/03/09/why-investing-in-property-is-still-a-smart-move/">Why investing in property is still a smart move</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thepersonalagent.co.uk">The Personal Agent</a>.</p>
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		<title>Gazumping and Gazundering: What you need to know</title>
		<link>https://thepersonalagent.co.uk/2025/09/19/gazumping-and-gazundering-what-you-need-to-know/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Rupert Briggs]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2025 13:34:53 +0000</pubDate>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The process of buying or selling a home in the UK property market is a significant undertaking, and while often exciting, it can sometimes present unique challenges. Among the more frustrating experiences for both buyers and sellers are the practices &#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://thepersonalagent.co.uk/2025/09/19/gazumping-and-gazundering-what-you-need-to-know/">Gazumping and Gazundering: What you need to know</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thepersonalagent.co.uk">The Personal Agent</a>.</p>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The process of buying or selling a home in the UK property market is a significant undertaking, and while often exciting, it can sometimes present unique challenges. Among the more frustrating experiences for both buyers and sellers are the practices &hellip;</p><p>The post <a href="https://thepersonalagent.co.uk/2025/09/19/gazumping-and-gazundering-what-you-need-to-know/">Gazumping and Gazundering: What you need to know</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thepersonalagent.co.uk">The Personal Agent</a>.</p>
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