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Lighting Techniques for Shorter Days

With early winter comes shorter daylight hours, which can make photography challenging. Natural light is still your best friend-aim to schedule shoots around mid-morning or early afternoon when light is at its peak. Soft, diffused lighting works well for interiors, reducing harsh shadows and highlighting the warmth of your home. Consider adding additional lamps or subtle lighting to brighten darker corners and create an inviting atmosphere.

 

Your mortgage is probably one of your biggest monthly expenses, so even a small change in your rate or deal can make a big difference. Whether you are coming to the end of your fixed term or just want to see if you can get a better deal, remortgaging can be a smart move.

SMH Finance help homeowners review their mortgage options and make sure their deal still suits their needs.

Attention landlords in the Wakefield & Pontefract area.

The Renters’ Rights Act will bring major changes from 1 May 2026.

Here’s how it affects you and how we at the Richard Kendall rental department can help:

Saving for your first home can feel like a huge challenge, especially when house prices and the cost of living make it difficult to build up a deposit. That is why more and more first-time buyers are turning to family support in the form of a gifted deposit.

At SMH Finance, we regularly help buyers purchase their first property with a gifted deposit. Here is what you need to know.

Stamp Duty: Then, Now and What Might Come Next

Stamp Duty has been part of property buying in Britain for centuries. It’s changed many times and could be about to change again. Here’s a quick look at how it started, where we are now and what might happen next.

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