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A Quiet Start to the Year Can Be a Powerful Advantage for Buyers - how to access off market houses. Early January is one of the most strategic moments in the property calendar. While much of the market is only just waking up, serious buyers are already positioning themselves and many of the best opportunities will be agreed before the wider market gains momentum. In the weeks ahead, we expect an increase in larger family homes coming forward, driven by inheritance tax plannin

Relocating Back to the UK from the Middle East: What to Expect After a Decade Or More Away What may have begun as a short professional adventure in the Middle East can easily turn into ten years, or more, of warm winters, tax-free salaries, and a close-knit expat community. But for many British families, there comes a point when the pull of home becomes stronger: access to a British education without resorting to boarding school, spending more time with extended family, and o

Why We Chose to Work with a Buying Agent At Otters Home Search , we often hear the same frustrations and challenges from our clients before they come to us. They’ve spent months scrolling through Rightmove, juggling demanding jobs, managing family life, all while trying to make sense of Bath’s fast-moving property market. Every client’s situation is unique, but their reasons for engaging a buying agent are remarkably familiar. Below, one of our recent clients shares their sto

As the leaves turn golden and Bath’s crescents glow in the softer autumn light, we find ourselves in that familiar October rhythm - a...

If you’re thinking about moving to Bath or the surrounding area, you might have already dipped into Rightmove, toured a few estate...

Otters Home Search Now Helping Clients with Property Rentals At Otters Home Search, our mission has always been to make moving to Bath...

The property market in Bath and the surrounding area is experiencing a period of adjustment . After several years of sustained growth, we...

Relocating to the South West, is often about more than just finding a house; it’s about securing a better lifestyle, with great schools,...

If you're downsizing from a larger family home—perhaps in the surrounding countryside or a quieter part of Bath—the appeal of a central,...

By Francesca Watson, Co-Founder of Otters Home Search When people hear that I used a buying agent for my own home search, they’re often...

Explaining the difference between house hunting and home finding and why a Buying Agent is your best ally.

Bathwick Hill, Bath When it comes to buying a home in the picturesque city of Bath, navigating the competitive property market can be...

Francesca Watson and Abbie Long - Otters Home Search In the UK property market, Buying Agents and Estate Agents serve distinct roles,...

Finding the perfect home isn’t just about bricks and mortar—it’s about finding a space that fits your lifestyle, aspirations, and future...

Aerial View of Marlborough Buildings and The Royal Crescent, Bath Finding your dream home can be an exciting yet overwhelming journey,...