February 2026 - Pocket

Moving home and broadband with Pocket Living

February 18, 2026February 18, 2026 Hugo Owen Leave a comment

Amid the upheaval of moving home – packing boxes, unpacking boxes and deciding where to put everything in your new place – staying connected can make the transition smoother.

Especially if you’re a first time buyer. Something as small as being able to stream your comfort series on your first night living there can go a long way in helping you settle in.

On average, movers face 7.2 days without broadband during a home move. Although a week isn’t that long in the grand scheme of things, it’s more than long enough to disrupt your daily life, especially if you work from home.

To help you stay online when moving into your Pocket home, we’ve put together this handy guide with everything you need to know.

First time buyer stamp duty explained

February 15, 2026February 18, 2026 Hannah Godwin Leave a comment

When you’re getting ready to buy your first home, knowing how much it will cost can help you budget accordingly. On top of your deposit and mortgage, there are other costs to consider – stamp duty is one of them. The good news is that as a first time buyer, you could benefit from a stamp duty exemption or relief.

We know stamp duty can be a confusing subject, so we’re breaking it down to help you understand what it is, how it’s calculated and when it applies to first time buyers.

The best London boroughs for first time buyers

February 12, 2026February 18, 2026 Hannah Godwin Leave a comment

As a first time buyer in London, you’ve probably asked yourself which borough is right for you. Of course, affordability matters, but so do local amenities and good transport links. Choosing where to buy your first home is a big decision, so it’s important to pick somewhere that suits your lifestyle.

In 2021, we conducted research to rank the best London boroughs for first time buyers, based on factors that matter to them, such as property prices, access to Cycle Superhighways and Green Flag parks and the number of train stations and bus stops. Boroughs that performed well included two locations of current Pocket developments: Croydon and Waltham Forest.

Below, find out why the locations we’ve chosen for our available Pocket homes are perfect for you, the city makers.

How to make your home look bigger

February 9, 2026February 18, 2026 Hannah Godwin Leave a comment

Interior design is so much more than how our homes look; it’s also how they make us feel. Between working and relaxing, we spend a lot of time at home, so the design and layout matter because they shape our experience of living in the space.

We’ve designed Pocket homes to enable you to live and work comfortably, but there are many ways to make them look and feel bigger. All it takes is a few simple steps to have an immediate impact.

From clever lighting to paint colours, we’ve compiled a list of decorating ideas for small rooms to make them appear larger. Read on for our top space-enhancing design tips and tricks.

Tips for working from a Pocket home

February 6, 2026February 18, 2026 Hayley Donigan Leave a comment

Snuggling up on the couch as you work from home may be comfy at first, but before you know it, you’re still wearing your pyjamas at lunchtime, and your posture resembles a prawn. That’s why it’s essential to have a working-from-home setup that supports productivity and wellbeing.

Thankfully, you don’t need a separate home office to effectively WFH. While smaller living spaces can present challenges, there are various ways to make them work for your needs. Whether you follow a hybrid or remote arrangement, these tips will help you create your ideal working-from-home setup in your Pocket apartment.