Arnolds Keys Blog
Insights and updates on the property market. Featuring opinion pieces and brand news across residential, commercial and agricultural sectors.
WHY ‘KERB APPEAL’ IS IMPORTANT IN THE LETTINGS MARKET
20 February 2026
In the world of residential sales, the term ‘kerb appeal’ is well understood: it is about making a home instantly appealing to prospective buyers by presenting it in the best... Read more >
FACING THE FUTURE WITH INCREASING CONFIDENCE
18 February 2026
Three months on from Rachel Reeves’ second Budget, and the appalling ‘market research’ before it which resulted in a confidence dent in many markets, a clearer picture is now emerging... Read more >
UPSIZE OR EXTEND? IT’S A COMPLEX ISSUE
13 February 2026
As the housing market cooled during 2025, a question I was increasingly asked, mainly by growing families who needed more space in their homes, was: would they be better off... Read more >
THE IMPORTANCE OF KNOWING YOUR VALUE
24 January 2026
Last month’s announcement that the Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR) cap would be increased from £1 million to £2.5 million, coupled with the Budget announcement to... Read more >
OPENNESS IS THE KEY TO AVOIDING SERVICE CHARGE DISPUTES
21 January 2026
One of the biggest points of contention between commercial landlords and tenants are service charges – sometimes viewed as an ‘add-on extra’ to rents, and which can run into tens... Read more >
SIX NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS FOR NEW LANDLORDS
16 January 2026
Since the start of January, I have already helped several first-time landlords prepare to take the step into the private rented sector, writes Catherine Hunt. Read more >
PLANNING ON SELLING YOUR HOME IN 2026? HERE ARE SIX RESOLUTIONS TO HELP YOU
9 January 2026
The new year has certainly seen lots of new properties launched onto the market, but it is of course far too early to say how healthy that market is going... Read more >
IMPROVING CROP ROTATION – USING COVER CROPS
20 December 2025
All farmers should appreciate that soil is their most precious asset and the current focus on soil health is nothing new. Read more >