As school holidays approach, family buyers often become more focused. For sellers with space, gardens or flexible rooms, July can be a useful moment to attract motivated movers.

Rental growth has eased, but tenants are still searching carefully and landlords need to stay on top of pricing, compliance and property standards as the summer moving season continues.

This week marks another significant moment in the rollout of the Renters' Rights Act — and this one comes with a direct financial consequence attached. From Monday 22 June, councils across England now have the power to issue fines of up to £7,000 to landlords whose properties contain serious hazards that haven't been addressed.

It may feel far too early to think about Christmas, but moving home takes longer than many sellers expect. Starting in July can make the journey calmer and more controlled.