Articles about anything relating to property, from the state of the market, to mortgages and investments & developments.
Why the housing market’s gone mad The Unpredictable Roller Coaster – Navigating the Volatile Housing Market Introduction The housing market, once known for its steady ebbs and flows, has taken a wild turn into uncharted territory. With jaw-dropping tales of buyers offering £2 million over the asking price while others… Read More »Why the housing market’s gone mad
Demonisation of landlords is putting middle classes at risk The Challenges Faced by Landlords and the Impact on the Middle Class: A Warning from Skipton Building Society In the ever-evolving landscape of the property market, a warning has emerged from the CEO of Skipton Building Society, Stuart Haire. According to… Read More »Demonisation of landlords is putting middle classes at risk
The Case for Scrapping Stamp Duty – A Call from Economic Thinktank Revisiting Stamp Duty Amidst Policy Discussions As the political arena gears up for the upcoming party conference season and the looming General Election, a pivotal policy debate is once again taking center stage – the fate of Stamp… Read More »The Case for Scrapping Stamp Duty – A Call from Economic Thinktank
‘Green’ energy suppliers accused of burning fossil fuels Unveiling the Truth Behind ‘Green’ Energy: Are Suppliers Burning Fossil Fuels? In a world striving for environmental sustainability, the demand for clean energy solutions has surged dramatically. As a result, ‘green’ energy suppliers have entered the scene, offering promises of renewable energy… Read More »‘Green’ energy suppliers accused of burning fossil fuels
Why heat pumps ARE NOT the future Reassessing Heat Pumps: The Challenges of Britain’s Energy Transition Introduction As the momentum towards achieving a net-zero carbon future intensifies, one of the crucial debates in Britain revolves around the transition from traditional gas heating to more sustainable alternatives. Heat pumps have taken… Read More »Why heat pumps ARE NOT the future
Staging your home to sell Boosting Home Sales: The Power of Property Staging in a Challenging Market In the ever-evolving world of real estate, where a seller’s market can swiftly turn into a buyer’s market, homeowners are getting creative to entice potential buyers. Whether you’re binge-watching the glamorous transformations on… Read More »Staging your home to sell
The UK housing market is heading for a serious crisis The Looming Crisis: Unpacking the UK’s Housing Market Turmoil **Introduction** In recent weeks, a shocking revelation has sent ripples through the UK’s property market—a sharp drop in home prices, the steepest since 2018. As Rightmove published its latest data, the… Read More »The UK housing market is heading for a serious crisis
One third of BTL Landlords Failing Lender Stress-Tests The Struggles of Landlords: Buy-to-Let Market Challenges and Increasing Pressure In the dynamic world of real estate investment, landlords are grappling with a range of challenges that are reshaping the landscape of the buy-to-let market. Recent developments have raised concerns, with many… Read More »One third of BTL Landlords Failing Lender Stress-Tests
First-Time Buyers are not Benefiting from Landlord Exodus The Conundrum of First-Time Buyers Amidst Landlord Exodus: Unveiling the Rental Market Imbalance In recent years, a significant shift has been observed in the property market, with buy-to-let landlords gradually retreating from the scene. This departure, ostensibly driven by tax adjustments and… Read More »First-Time Buyers are not Benefiting from Landlord Exodus
HMO Landlords Voice Concerns Over New Regulations Threatening Property Market In a surprising turn of events, the upcoming launch of a new housing scheme has sent shockwaves through the Portsmouth property market. With the scheme set to extend licensing to around 4,000 three- and four-bed houses from September 1st, HMO… Read More »HMO Landlords Voice Concerns Over New Regulations Threatening Property Market
