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UK House Price Index – March 2025 Update

The UK housing market is entering a phase of moderation as the supply of homes for sale increases more quickly than the number of sales being agreed. As a result, house price inflation is slowing, and sellers will need to approach pricing with care if...

Why Landlords Are Feeling More Confident Than Ever

Introduction: Confidence in a Changing Rental Market Landlords in the UK’s buy-to-let sector are entering 2025 with a notable sense of optimism, even as they navigate economic headwinds and regulatory shifts. Recent survey data from Market Financial...

House Prices Edge Up as Buyer Choice Reaches 10-Year High

As we approach the spring selling season, one of the busiest times of the year for the property market, activity is increasing. With winter behind us, many buyers are re-entering the market, while more sellers are listing their homes. This month, the...

Landlord Confidence Rises Amid Legislative Challenges

Despite the challenges posed by increased Capital Gains Tax (CGT) and the impending Renters' Rights Bill, landlord confidence in the private rented sector (PRS) is on the rise, according to the latest research. While the increase in optimism is modest,...

House Price Index – February 2025

The UK housing market remains remarkably resilient as we progress through 2025, supported by robust growth in average earnings. Despite a challenging backdrop of rising mortgage rates and increased buying costs, there are more properties on the market...

Leasehold Reform Update: New Legislation, Implementation Timetable, and Future Consultations (2025)

In May 2024, during the “wash up” period following the call for a General Election, the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 was enacted. Notably, proposals by the previous Conservative government to cap ground rent and make commonhold the default...