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        <pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:29:08 +0100</pubDate>

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                <title><![CDATA[Moving House Mid Term? How Families Make It Work]]></title>
                <link>https://knightsbridge-lettings.co.uk/post/moving-house-mid-term-how-families-make-it-work</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Moving once the school term has started? How to handle in-year school places, the school run, moving week and helping children settle.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Knightsbridge Estate Agents]]></author>
                <pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:29:08 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Landlords: How To Answer A Tenant's Pet Request]]></title>
                <link>https://knightsbridge-lettings.co.uk/post/landlords-how-to-answer-a-tenants-pet-request</link>
                <description><![CDATA[A tenant has asked to keep a pet. Here is the 28-day rule, the reasons you can and cannot refuse, and how to protect your property.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Knightsbridge Estate Agents]]></author>
                <pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:23:58 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Why the First 8 Weeks Could Make or Break Your Leicester House Sale]]></title>
                <link>https://knightsbridge-lettings.co.uk/post/why-the-first-8-weeks-could-make-or-break-your-leicester-house-sale</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Selling a home in Leicester? Discover why the first 56 days are so important, how buyer interest changes and why getting the asking price right matters.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Knightsbridge Estate Agents]]></author>
                <pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:18:51 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Selling This September? Here Is Your Christmas Deadline]]></title>
                <link>https://knightsbridge-lettings.co.uk/post/selling-this-september-here-is-your-christmas-deadline</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Want to move before Christmas? Here is the real timeline for selling in September, why pricing beats waiting, and what to get ready now.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Knightsbridge Estate Agents]]></author>
                <pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 10:17:39 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Property Market Update - Week 33]]></title>
                <link>https://knightsbridge-lettings.co.uk/post/property-market-update-week-33</link>
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                <author><![CDATA[Knightsbridge Estate Agents]]></author>
                <pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:40:50 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[The Leicester Property Market Is August a buyers’ or sellers’ market?]]></title>
                <link>https://knightsbridge-lettings.co.uk/post/the-leicester-property-market-is-august-a-buyers-or-sellers-market</link>
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                <author><![CDATA[Knightsbridge Estate Agents]]></author>
                <pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:30:48 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[What Every Homeowner Should Expect from an Estate Agent]]></title>
                <link>https://knightsbridge-lettings.co.uk/post/what-every-homeowner-should-expect-from-an-estate-agent-1</link>
                <description><![CDATA[What should you expect from an estate agent, and what should you never accept? A 2026 guide to choosing an agent you can trust.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Knightsbridge Estate Agents]]></author>
                <pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 16:11:26 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[What a Good Letting Agent Should Do for Landlords]]></title>
                <link>https://knightsbridge-lettings.co.uk/post/what-a-good-letting-agent-should-do-for-landlords</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Are you getting value from your letting agent? What a good managing agent should do for your money in 2026, and the warning signs to watch for.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Knightsbridge Estate Agents]]></author>
                <pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 16:06:21 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[The Real Cost of Choosing an Agent on Fee Alone]]></title>
                <link>https://knightsbridge-lettings.co.uk/post/the-real-cost-of-choosing-an-agent-on-fee-alone</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Why choosing an estate agent on the lowest fee can cost you the most. What you really pay for, and how local sellers should choose an agent in 2026.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Knightsbridge Estate Agents]]></author>
                <pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 16:01:47 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[The Leicester Property Ladder: Where the Biggest Price Jump Really Happens.]]></title>
                <link>https://knightsbridge-lettings.co.uk/post/the-leicester-property-ladder-where-the-biggest-price-jump-really-happens</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Discover how Leicester’s property ladder has changed since 1995, including average prices by bedroom, postcode differences and where buyers face the biggest price jump.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Knightsbridge Estate Agents]]></author>
                <pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:34:40 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Property Market Update Week 31]]></title>
                <link>https://knightsbridge-lettings.co.uk/post/property-market-update-week-31</link>
                <description><![CDATA[UK Property Market Update: Sales Cool as Competition Grows, With 21,785 Homes Sold STC and Over 767,000 Properties Now Available to Buyers]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Knightsbridge Estate Agents]]></author>
                <pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:26:05 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[First-Time Buyer or First-Time Renter: Which Makes Sense for You?]]></title>
                <link>https://knightsbridge-lettings.co.uk/post/first-time-buyer-or-first-time-renter-which-makes-sense-for-you</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Should you rent or buy your first home locally? An honest 2026 guide to the pros and cons of both, and how to decide what is right for you.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Knightsbridge Estate Agents]]></author>
                <pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:12:39 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Landlords: How to Avoid Deposit Disputes for Good]]></title>
                <link>https://knightsbridge-lettings.co.uk/post/landlords-how-to-avoid-deposit-disputes-for-good</link>
                <description><![CDATA[How common are deposit disputes and how are they decided? A 2026 guide for local landlords, with the latest data and how to protect yourself.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Knightsbridge Estate Agents]]></author>
                <pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:05:22 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Down Valuations Explained: What Sellers Should Do]]></title>
                <link>https://knightsbridge-lettings.co.uk/post/down-valuations-explained-what-sellers-should-do</link>
                <description><![CDATA[What is a down valuation and what should you do if it happens? A clear 2026 guide for local sellers, with your options and how to reduce the risk.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Knightsbridge Estate Agents]]></author>
                <pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:54:24 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Leicester Homeowners Taking a 14.7% Hit on Asking Price?]]></title>
                <link>https://knightsbridge-lettings.co.uk/post/leicester-homeowners-taking-a-147-hit-on-asking-price</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Leicester asking prices average £337,700, but sold prices are £294,400. Discover why realistic pricing can make the difference when selling your home.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Knightsbridge Estate Agents]]></author>
                <pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 12:53:05 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Inventories Explained: A Landlord's Guide to Deposit Protection]]></title>
                <link>https://knightsbridge-lettings.co.uk/post/inventories-explained-a-landlords-guide-to-deposit-protection</link>
                <description><![CDATA[What should a landlord's inventory include? Our plain-English guide covers photos, wording, signatures and the mistakes that lose deposit disputes.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Knightsbridge Estate Agents]]></author>
                <pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 15:23:14 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Does a Good School Catchment Still Add Value?]]></title>
                <link>https://knightsbridge-lettings.co.uk/post/does-a-good-school-catchment-still-add-value</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Does a good school catchment still add value locally? The latest 2026 data on the premium buyers pay, plus what sellers and buyers should check.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Knightsbridge Estate Agents]]></author>
                <pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 15:17:19 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Moving House with the Kids Off School This Summer]]></title>
                <link>https://knightsbridge-lettings.co.uk/post/moving-house-with-the-kids-off-school-this-summer</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Moving house locally this summer with children? Our 2026 guide keeps moving day calm and helps the kids get excited about their new home.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Knightsbridge Estate Agents]]></author>
                <pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:37:10 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Becoming a Landlord: What to Sort Before Anyone Moves In]]></title>
                <link>https://knightsbridge-lettings.co.uk/post/becoming-a-landlord-what-to-sort-before-anyone-moves-in</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Letting for the first time? Our plain-English 2026 checklist covers what must be in place, legally and practically, before a tenant moves in.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Knightsbridge Estate Agents]]></author>
                <pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:23:21 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[How Long Does It Really Take to Sell a Home?]]></title>
                <link>https://knightsbridge-lettings.co.uk/post/how-long-does-it-really-take-to-sell-a-home</link>
                <description><![CDATA[How long does it really take to sell a home locally? We break the timeline into two clear stages, with the latest 2026 data and tips to sell faster.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Knightsbridge Estate Agents]]></author>
                <pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 08:57:04 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Leicester Homes Are 8.2% Smaller Than the UK Average]]></title>
                <link>https://knightsbridge-lettings.co.uk/post/leicester-homes-are-82-smaller-than-the-uk-average</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Discover the average size of homes in Leicester by property type and postcode. Compare Leicester's floor areas with UK averages and see how much space local homes offer.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Knightsbridge Estate Agents]]></author>
                <pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 12:08:30 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[UK Property Market Week 29: Plenty of Listings, Not Enough Buyers]]></title>
                <link>https://knightsbridge-lettings.co.uk/post/uk-property-market-week-29-plenty-of-listings-not-enough-buyers</link>
                <description><![CDATA[UK Property Market Update: Week 29 sees steady buyer demand and resilient house prices, but increased competition means pricing and presentation are more important than ever.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Knightsbridge Estate Agents]]></author>
                <pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:51:09 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Bank Rate Held: What Buyers, Sellers and Landlords Should Know]]></title>
                <link>https://knightsbridge-lettings.co.uk/post/bank-rate-held-what-buyers-sellers-and-landlords-should-know-1</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Bank Rate has been held again in 2026. What a hold really signals, why fixed rates still move, and what sellers, buyers and landlords should do next.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Knightsbridge Estate Agents]]></author>
                <pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:41:56 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[What Could the New Prime Minister Mean for Leicester Home Movers?]]></title>
                <link>https://knightsbridge-lettings.co.uk/post/what-could-the-new-prime-minister-mean-for-leicester-home-movers</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Will Britain's new Prime Minister change the UK housing market? Discover what the latest government plans could mean for buyers and sellers in Leicester.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Knightsbridge Estate Agents]]></author>
                <pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[A Week On: What Britain's New Prime Minister Means for Landlords]]></title>
                <link>https://knightsbridge-lettings.co.uk/post/a-week-on-what-britains-new-prime-minister-means-for-landlords</link>
                <description><![CDATA[What does Andy Burnham's new government mean for UK landlords? Discover the latest on rental legislation, compliance, tax, tenants and the future of buy-to-let.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Knightsbridge Estate Agents]]></author>
                <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Why a Leicester House Price Crash Looks Increasingly Unlikely]]></title>
                <link>https://knightsbridge-lettings.co.uk/post/why-a-leicester-house-price-crash-looks-increasingly-unlikely</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Why a Leicester House Price Crash Looks Increasingly Unlikely: Latest Leicester property market data, buyer demand, house prices and market trends explained]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Knightsbridge Estate Agents]]></author>
                <pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 15:51:03 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Free (or Nearly Free!) Ways to Keep the Kids Busy This Summer]]></title>
                <link>https://knightsbridge-lettings.co.uk/post/free-or-nearly-free-ways-to-keep-the-kids-busy-this-summer</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Keep the kids entertained this summer with affordable family activities in Leicester. Discover fun, screen-free ideas to create lasting holiday memories together.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Knightsbridge Estate Agents]]></author>
                <pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 13:12:32 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Britain's Rental Market Is No Longer Moving in One Direction]]></title>
                <link>https://knightsbridge-lettings.co.uk/post/britains-rental-market-is-no-longer-moving-in-one-direction</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Britain's rental market is no longer moving in one direction. Discover the latest regional rent trends, price changes and what they mean for landlords and tenants.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Knightsbridge Estate Agents]]></author>
                <pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Leicester Property Market:  How Q2 2026 Compared with the UK]]></title>
                <link>https://knightsbridge-lettings.co.uk/post/leicester-property-market-how-q2-2026-compared-with-the-uk</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Leicester property market Q2 2026 update: More homes for sale, increased competition and why realistic pricing is key for Leicester home sellers today.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Knightsbridge Estate Agents]]></author>
                <pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:02:14 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Leicester Homeowners: Five Estate Agency Claims Worth Questioning]]></title>
                <link>https://knightsbridge-lettings.co.uk/post/leicester-homeowners-five-estate-agency-claims-worth-questioning</link>
                <description><![CDATA[5 estate agent claims every Leicester home seller should question before choosing who to sell with. Learn what to ask and how to spot genuine expertise.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Knightsbridge Estate Agents]]></author>
                <pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:55:52 +0100</pubDate>
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