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Growing Optimism in the Housing Market Post-Election

The UK housing market is witnessing a surge in optimism, as surveyors and estate agents express the highest confidence in sales volumes in over two years, following the recent General Election. The latest data from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors...

Housing Priorities for the New Government to Consider

Current Housing Conditions The housing market has shown resilience despite rising borrowing costs, but the adjustment continues. Historically, mortgage rates increasing from 1% to over 5% would lead to significant drops in house prices. However, regulations...

House Price Index: June 2024

House Price Index: June 2024 House prices have shown no inflation for May 2024 but are expected to increase by 1.5% by the end of the year. Here’s the latest on the UK housing market from the Zoopla House Price Index: June 2024. Key Facts House...

What Income Do You Need to Buy a Home in 2024?

The income required to buy a home has risen in recent years. But what does that mean in real numbers? And where is the most affordable place to buy in the UK? Understanding Affordability Affordability remains one of the biggest hurdles for prospective...

General Election 2024: A Look at Each Party's Housing Manifesto

We’ve reviewed the housing policies of the main political parties so you don’t have to. Key Points: All three parties pledge to ban no-fault evictions for renters. All three parties commit to reforming or ending the leasehold system. All...

What will the 2024 General Election Mean for UK House Prices?

As the UK general election campaign intensifies, housing has become a focal point of debate among the major parties. The Labour Party plans to reintroduce home building targets and implement a Freedom to Buy scheme. In contrast, the Conservatives pledge...