League tables reveal best and worst capital appreciation in past year
House prices in Stoke-on-Trent surged 17.2% during the year to September 2024, making it the best performing area for the UK market, according to the Halifax. Slough experienced a rise of 14.9% in house prices, and, in Oldham, the cost of a home increased by 14.6%. Research from Halifax earlier this ...
Risks and Rewards in the Property Development Industry
The UK property development industry is a dynamic and ever-evolving sector, offering both significant rewards and substantial risks. For those considering a career in property development, understanding these factors is crucial. In this article, we’ll explore some of the key considerations you should be aware of ahead of your next property development venture. Financial risks […]
Almost 40% of listings have had price cuts – new data
TwentyEA examined the price reductions regionally and by price band and found there were two specific trends which suggested the reductions were not caused by agents overvaluing but instead were more likely driven by sellers with unrealistic price ambitions.
Investing in 2025? Tax specialists give their view
“This follows a 1.2% increase in house prices in November, taking annual growth to 3.7% – the fastest rate in two years. Mortgage approvals also increased by 3.3% in November, a sign of robust demand for housing as we move into Q1 2025.
Housing market forecast for 2025 – Zoopla’s in-depth report
House prices and sales volumes are expected to grow in 2025 despite the fallout from Labour’s Budget, says Zoopla. The portal says the housing market returned to growth in 2024, with UK house prices recording average growth of 1.5% in the 12 months to October 2024.
Property price North-south divide set to continue in 2025
Zoopla expects UK house prices to increase by 2.5 per cent over 2025 with an ongoing north-south divide resulting in lower house price growth in southern England and higher growth in other regions. This is due to the relative affordability of housing across the country and how much house prices have ...
Almost 500 lodges to be built in new UK holiday destination
The group says it will work closely with local businesses and individuals, as part of its commitment to regenerate the local area. Extensive measures have been included in the development plans with a strong focus on responsible development with over £1m pledged to …
Investor Alert – sellers accepting larger discounts says leading …
Jan 16, 2025 · Sellers, many of whom are likely making onward purchases, appear willing to accept larger discounts. This is according to estate agency Hamptons, looking at company data relating to Q4 2024. The median discount more than doubled from £2,000 in Q3 to £5,000 in Q4 2024, surpassing the maximum £ ...
How Sales: Presenting Your Property in the Best Light
Do you hope to place your home on the open market in the near future? Whether you are moving to a different location or you are planning to move abroad, the fact of the matter is that presenting your property in the best light is critical in terms of attracting the right buyers.
Savills launches exclusive access to BTL investment properties
Jan 14, 2025 · Property advisor Savills has launched a new service to give investors exclusive access to residential opportunities in the new build buy to let sector. The Residential Investor Hub is a free-to-join private platform that offers carefully curated BTL investments across the UK. The service is led by ...