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2024 Housing Market Outlook: What to Expect for House Prices

As we look towards 2024, the housing market presents a landscape shaped by the challenges and adaptations of the past year. Despite rising mortgage and interest rates impacting affordability, the market has maintained better-than-expected stability in...

Rental Property – A buyers Guide

At Seths, we understand that diving into the buy-to-let market or expanding your property portfolio is a significant decision. As experts in the Leicester and Leicestershire property market, we’re here to guide you through the process of choosing the...

Navigating Rent Increases in 2024: A Guide for Landlords

The landscape of 2023 has been challenging for landlords, marked by rising interest rates and steep mortgage repayments. Consequently, many have considered increasing rent prices to optimise their property investments. However, in a rental market also...

UK Rental Market Forecast for 2024: A Detailed Analysis

As the UK rental market wraps up 2023, emerging trends and data suggest significant shifts on the horizon for 2024. With rental prices nearing their peak affordability and a noticeable decline in demand, the rental landscape is poised for notable changes. Key...

Mortgage Approvals Show Signs of Recovery Amid Continued Market Caution

In a recent development within the UK housing sector, the Bank of England has reported a three-month high in the number of mortgage approvals for house purchases. This uptick in approvals, observed in the latest Bank figures, reveals a total of 47,383...

Autumn Statement 2023: Implications for the UK Housing Market

The Autumn Statement 2023 brings several key updates for the UK housing market, including the extension of the 95% mortgage guarantee scheme, a significant investment in new home development, and enhanced support for renters. Highlights of the Housing...