Sarah Potter, Author At HomeOwners Alliance

Sarah Potter

Head of Marketing

Sarah Potter our Head of Marketing is responsible for bringing our readers ticket offers to all their favourite homes and garden shows and our weekly newsletter. She also brings our readers details of the latest companies, tech and deals relevant to homeowners through sponsored articles. If you’re interested in marketing on our site please contact sarah@hoa.org.uk to request a media pack or just have a chat.

74% say it’s too expensive to move – Britain’s Housing Market is at a Standstill

Our latest research reveals what is really happening in Britain’s housing market. High costs remain the biggest barrier to moving home in the UK, with nearly three-quarters (74%) of homeowners citing financial pressures such as mortgage rates, deposit requirements and stamp duty. When asked what would make it easier to move home: Affordability is the key […]

HomeOwners Alliance joins Mortgage Advice Bureau

HomeOwners Alliance, the UK’s leading consumer champion for homebuyers, owners and sellers has joined forces with Mortgage Advice Bureau (MAB) in a move that will expand the support, advice and resources available to people navigating the housing market. Founded in 2012, HomeOwners Alliance helps homeowners make informed decisions and to campaign for a fairer and […]

Save £5 on tickets to the Affordable Art Fair

Get £5 off tickets to the Affordable Art Fair 6-10 May 2026, Hampstead Heath, London

Income Protection gaps in understanding leave millions of homeowners financially exposed

Our latest research in partnership LifeSearch reveals widespread gaps in financial understanding of income protection, with many homeowners unclear about how they would cope financially if illness or injury stopped them from working. The research highlights significant gaps in understanding around income protection – an insurance policy sometimes described as ‘personal sick pay’ because it […]

Homebuilding & Renovating Show free tickets

Homebuilding and Renovating Show Free Tickets 2026

We have teamed up with the organisers of the Homebuilding & Renovating Shows, to bring you free tickets to their upcoming show. Read on to claim your free tickets.

Cake and Bake Show Free Tickets

Get free tickets to The Cake & Bake Show, opening its doors for five fun-filled days, from 26 November – 29 November at Olympia Events, London.

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Sarah Potter

Latest Articles by Sarah

74% say it’s too expensive to move – Britain’s Housing Market is at a Standstill

HomeOwners Alliance joins Mortgage Advice Bureau

Save £5 on tickets to the Affordable Art Fair

Income Protection gaps in understanding leave millions of homeowners financially exposed

Homebuilding and Renovating Show Free Tickets 2026

Cake and Bake Show Free Tickets

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