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What Early-Year Buyers Need to Know: A January Market Snapshot

As the first snowdrops begin to appear, many buyers start thinking about a fresh start and for some, that means a new home. January often marks a reset, and this year the property market is already showing signs of renewed momentum. From more affordable...

House Price Index: December 2025

The UK housing market is ending 2025 on a more stable footing, with momentum expected to carry into the new year. Following the Autumn Budget and the usual seasonal slowdown, buyers are beginning to return and early 2026 is forecast to see a stronger-than-usual...

Interest Rates Cut to 3.75%, but how will this affect the economy?

The Bank of England has reduced interest rates to 3.75%, marking the lowest level since early 2022. While this cut offers welcome relief to borrowers, the Bank has cautioned that any further reductions in the coming year will be a “closer call”, reflecting...

House Price Index: November 2025

With the uncertainty of the Autumn Budget now behind us, buyers and sellers can finally return to making clear decisions about their next move. The scrapping of the proposed annual property tax on homes valued over five hundred thousand pounds removes...

What Impact Will the Autumn Budget Have on the Housing Market?

The Chancellor has announced a series of property-related tax changes in today’s Autumn Budget as part of plans to address a reported £20 billion shortfall in public finances. After months of speculation, the outcome is far less dramatic than many...

What Could Happen in Next Week’s Budget?

With less than a week to go until the Autumn Budget, speculation about possible property tax changes is growing. Stamp duty reform, council tax restructuring and even a potential mansion tax have all been widely discussed and this uncertainty is already...