The Willmott & Lake blog

One of the first questions landlords ask is: "How much rent is my property worth?" Whether you're an experienced investor, accidental landlord or considering your first buy-to-let purchase, understanding local rental values is...

What Does Fully Managed Mean? A Landlord's Guide to Fully Managed Lettings What Does Fully Managed Mean? If you're considering renting out a property, you've probably come across the term "fully managed". But what does it actually...

Whether you've inherited a property, are relocating temporarily, or are building a buy-to-let portfolio, becoming a landlord can be an excellent way to generate long-term income and capital growth. However, many first-time...

How Much Do Letting Agents Charge in Bishop's Stortford? One of the most common questions landlords ask is: "How much do letting agents charge?" Whether you're a first-time landlord, an accidental landlord or an experienced...

Should I Use a Letting Agent to Let My Property? If you're planning to rent out a property in Bishop's Stortford, Stansted, Sawbridgeworth, Takeley or the surrounding villages, one of the first decisions you'll face is whether to...

If there is one question we are being asked regularly at the moment, it is whether people are still moving in 2026. The answer is yes. At Willmott & Lake, we are continuing to see genuine activity across a wide range of property...

CM23 Property Market Update March 2026 March has brought a noticeable shift in momentum across CM23, as we move into what is traditionally one of the busiest periods of the year for the property market. While buyers remain...

First-Time Buyers Now Averaging 34 – What We’re Seeing Locally There’s been a lot of talk recently about how difficult it’s become for first-time buyers to get on the property ladder, and the latest figures back that up....

CM23 Property Market Update – February 2026 February has been another steady month for the CM23 property market, with solid levels of new listings and continued activity where homes are priced correctly. Here’s a breakdown of...

Selling your home is exciting, but it can also feel a little overwhelming. Between preparing for photos, keeping the house presentable, juggling work, and arranging viewings, it is easy to overlook a few key details that can make...