Mortgage market update
We partner up with Matt Naish from Faire mortgages to get an insight into the mortgage markets. Bank of England Holds Base Rate The Bank of England has again voted to hold the Base Rate at 3.75%, as policymakers continue balancing persistent inflation pressures against weaker economic growth. While inflation remains above the Bank’s 2% […]
The Lettings Industry Game Changer
The Renters’ Rights Act Is Here: What Landlords Need to Know from May 2026 It’s been a long time coming. For the past 12–18 months in particular, the Renters’ Rights Act (RRA) has dominated industry discussions and now, from 1 May 2026, it is officially in force. This landmark legislation introduces a wide range of […]
Making tax digital for Landlords
What You Need to Know The UK tax system is undergoing one of its biggest transformations in recent years, and landlords need to be prepared. Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD for IT) is being introduced by HM Revenue & Customs to modernise the way income is reported and tax is managed. While the […]
Celebrating 25 Years of Harrison Hardie: Your Trusted Property Experts in the Cotswolds
This year, Harrison Hardie proudly celebrates 25 years of helping people move, let, buy, sell and settle across the North Cotswolds. For a quarter of a century, we have supported our clients through every stage of their property journey, from finding dream homes to managing successful investments. With offices in Moreton-in-Marsh and Bourton-on-the-Water, our team […]
Use Your Christmas Break to Get Sale-Ready
If moving home is on your list of New Year goals, the Christmas break is the perfect time to start getting ready. While the property market tends to quieten down over the festive season, January usually brings a fresh wave of motivated buyers. By using the holidays to prepare, you can be ready to make […]
Warming Up for Winter: Easy Energy Wins for Cotswold Landlords
Energy costs are always worth keeping an eye on, but with a few simple efficiency tweaks, and some energy efficiency tips for Cotswold Landlords to look into, even the oldest Cotswold cottage can be warm, efficient, and tenant-friendly through the winter. 1. Small Fixes, Big Savings Many traditional Cotswold homes are built from beautiful limestone […]
Big changes could be coming to the home-buying process – here’s why that’s good news
Buying or selling a home could soon become simpler, quicker, and less stressful, thanks to new government plans to modernise the home-moving process. A public consultation has just launched to explore how property sales can be sped up, costs reduced, and fall-throughs prevented. If the proposals go ahead, they could save buyers hundreds of pounds […]
Move to a Cotswolds Home This Winter
There is something magical about the Cotswolds in the colder months. Frost glistening on golden stone cottages, log fires crackling in country pubs, and the promise of a fresh year ahead. If you have been thinking about moving, December and January could be the perfect time to do it. Whether that means selling your current […]
Showing your Property in the Best Light
As the golden glow of late summer begins to fade, many homeowners overlook one powerful tool in their arsenal when selling a home: light. Making good use of good light before winter sets in isn’t just poetic-it’s smart strategy. Especially in the picturesque Cotswolds, where changing seasons can dramatically affect how a home is perceived, […]
Should I Buy Or Sell In Summer? Your Cotswolds Property Questions Answered
As the Cotswolds basks in long, golden days and gardens burst into full bloom, many homeowners and hopeful buyers find themselves wondering: Is summer the right time to make a move? At Harrison Hardie, we know this question comes up every year, and for good reason. July is peak summer, and while many associate it with holidays […]
Looking After Your Cotswold Property Investment
At Harrison Hardie, we’ve spent more than a few seasons tending to the honey-stone homes that make the North Cotswolds such a joy. From our High Street offices in Bourton-on-the-Water and Moreton-in-Marsh, we know that no two landlords—or properties—are quite the same. Tailor-made Maintenance Some landlords prefer to be told the moment a tap so much as […]
Navigating The Renters’ Rights Bill: A Guide For Cotswold Landlords
The Renters’ Rights Bill is set to bring significant changes to the UK rental market, aiming to provide greater security for tenants while reshaping the way landlords manage their properties. If you own rental property in the Cotswolds, it’s important to understand how these changes could impact you and what steps you can take to stay ahead. Key Changes in the Proposed Renters’ […]