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Seths’ 2026 UK House Price Predictions

As we look ahead to 2026, the housing market is showing signs of renewed confidence. After a year shaped by economic adjustment, shifting mortgage rates and the impact of the Autumn Budget, we expect the market to stabilise and deliver steady, modest...

Renters’ Rights Act: New tenancy wording confirmed and what it means for landlords

The Government has now confirmed the draft wording that must be included in new written tenancy statements under the Renters’ Rights Act, giving landlords and letting agents much-needed clarity ahead of the changes coming into force later this year. From...

House Price Index: January 2026

The housing market has entered 2026 with renewed momentum after a quieter end to last year. Buyer confidence has returned following the Autumn Budget, mortgage rates have stabilised at their lowest level in almost three years, and demand has rebounded...

Record price jump: Housing market update – January 2026

The UK housing market has kicked off 2026 with renewed energy, posting a record January rise in asking prices alongside a sharp rebound in buyer demand. After a quieter end to last year, confidence is clearly returning as buyers and sellers look ahead...

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...