Ah, the New Year – that magical time when gym memberships spike, diaries get dusted off, and we all convince ourselves this is the year we finally get our lives together. If your big 2025 goal is to swap renting for owning, then you’re in for a thrilling (and admittedly occasionally nerve-wracking) adventure. Buying a house is one of life’s biggest milestones, but with a bit of careful planning, it’s totally achievable. Lucky for you, we’ve got the ultimate guide to kick-start your property journey in true Davies and Davies style.

With the holiday season upon us, the quest for the perfect gift can often feel daunting. In our latest expert interview, we delve into the world of thoughtful gifting with Georgina, the vibrant owner of Pretty Shiny Shop in Finsbury Park. She shares her insights on sourcing unique home gifts that will delight your loved ones this Christmas and into 2025.

As twinkling Christmas lights replace For Sale signs along your road, you might assume it’s time to hit pause on your property plans until January. But hold that thought! While it’s true the festive season isn’t traditionally associated with buying and selling, it can offer some unexpected opportunities. Before you pull your property from the market or shelve your Rightmove app, let’s explore why keeping your home on the market during the holiday period could be your secret Yuletide weapon. 

Join us as we catch-up with personal stylist and wardrobe wizard extraordinaire, Lydia Bannister on all things decluttering your wardrobe. Decluttering your wardrobe can be an overwhelming task, but a short-term effort is better than long-term closet chaos. Treat it like an act of self care and approach it with kindness and it *might* even become fun! Having a clear out is about creating both physical and mental space, but it’s also a really good way to check in with yourself and acknowledge who you are and what you need from your clothes at this point in your life. A cleared out closet decreases anxiety and stress, increases creativity and saves SO much morning chaos.

So, you’re thinking of selling your home? The first step to unlocking its worth is to invite an estate agent over for a valuation. That’s where the magic (and market insight) happens. With a solid valuation in hand, you’ll know what kind of price to aim for and what buyers might pay. But how does an agent come up with that number? Read on for the Davies & Davies inside scoop…

For a limited time, we’re dropping our sales fee to just 0.75%+VAT for owners looking to sell in N8. Yes, really. This is your chance to sell your home without losing a chunk of your profits in the process. If your home’s in the ever-popular N8 area (think leafy streets, quirky cafés, and a ton of buyer demand), we’re talking serious potential. We’re here to make sure you don’t leave money on the table.