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Market notes, data checks & field commentary

Some notes on housing-market research, methodology updates, and source notes, built to show how the signals are interpreted and where the numbers come from. Best case, you find it interesting, worst, you killed some time whilst the kettle boils.

Your chance to influence change on this site

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February 2, 2026

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Your chance to influence change on this site

Over the last couple of weeks, I have been thinking about what the roadmap looks like for this site in 2026. This is your chance to be a part of that.

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I provide data and information that is true and complete, not speculation

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October 27, 2025

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I provide data and information that is true and complete, not speculation

I focus on real data, not predictions. My posts analyse what’s true and proven, not speculation about future budgets, policies, or market moves.

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Do You Think About Retirement? I Do – Constantly, and With Increasing Panic

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June 5, 2025

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Do You Think About Retirement? I Do – Constantly, and With Increasing Panic

Many people leave pension planning until it's too late, for others, it may be too early to worry about a pension, but either way, it's good practice to keep an eye on it.

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From Two Weeks to Two Years: My Unexpected Work-From-Home Journey

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May 27, 2025

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From Two Weeks to Two Years: My Unexpected Work-From-Home Journey

I'm often asked about my own experiences with working from home. I have mixed feelings about it, so here is the very long view I have on it.

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CeMAP Qualification, a good option for you?

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May 18, 2021

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CeMAP Qualification, a good option for you?

CeMAP, should you get qualified by sitting the industry's most recognizable mortgage qualification? You may want to study it for many reasons, not just to become a mortgage advisor.

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September 5, 2021

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Do I really need a mortgage advisor?

is a question I get often and am actually surprised I have not covered it before. When looking for a mortgage deal do you really need to use a mortgage advisor?

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Market notes, data checks & field commentary

Your chance to influence change on this site

I provide data and information that is true and complete, not speculation

Do You Think About Retirement? I Do – Constantly, and With Increasing Panic

From Two Weeks to Two Years: My Unexpected Work-From-Home Journey

CeMAP Qualification, a good option for you?

Do I really need a mortgage advisor?

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