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Editor-in-Chief SARAH GARRETT sarahg@spmgroup.co.uk
There has certainly been a cold snap! I hope you are all staying warm and snug and like me, looking forward to the spring. We have been very busy preparing for National Home Buying Week 2026, which promises to be bigger and better than ever before, and we are excited to announce that it will run from 9-15 March. This week-long campaign is designed to be jargon-free, accessible, and genuinely helpful, with content including educational videos, expert
Editor LYNDA CLARK lynda@ rsttimebuyermag.co.uk Editorial Assistant and Head of Special Events KATIE WRIGHT
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clinics, live webinars, engaging walk-throughs, printable checklists and so much more.We will be delving into Shared Ownership, mortgages, conveyancing, your credit score and lots more. Please go to firsttimebuyermag.com and discover for yourself and follow us on Instagram – @firsttimebuyermag – to keep up to date with everything that is on offer. Will 2026 be the year you take the plunge and buy your first home? Debbie Clark explores the options and highlights some affordable homes around the country on pages 24-28. With Valentine’s Day fast approaching you can get some inspirational gift ideas on pages 8-9 to treat the ones you love! I hope you enjoy this issue which is packed with information and help when buying your first home – enjoy!
Sub Editor KAY HILL
Social Media KATIE WRIGHT, SOPHIE MUNNERY
Contributors CHRIS CLARK, DEBBIE CLARK, MEGAN DOHERTY, LAURA GASKELL, KAY HILL, SOPHIE MUNNERY, LAURA DEAN- OSGOOD, JOEL TAYLOR, GINETTA VEDRICKAS, STEPHEN WARD, BEVIN WOBY, KATIE WRIGHT
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Until next time, happy house hunting,
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EDITOR’S PICKS…
Start by looking at your income, debts, and typical monthly spending. Lisa Westerman, Agony Agent, page 94 What a lovely location, with the gorgeous park views right on the doorstep. Lou Smith, House Hunter, page 16
I looked at several apartments here and instantly knew this one was the one I wanted for my home. I just knew. Jay Scutt, Real Life page 72
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There are still opportunities for those who stay informed, exible, and open to different paths into homeownership.
Be prepared to settle with something different and at least get a foot on the ladder . Dan Miller, At home with, page 14
Bernie Conroy, 20 Questions, page 110
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