House price growth in the UK is expected to slow significantly over the next 18 months, with higher mortgage costs and a weakening economy dampening demand. The Item Club forecasts prices will rise by just 1.1% this year, followed by growth of only 0.7% in 2027. The post UK house price growth forecast to slow to 0.7% in 2027 appeared first on...
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Major housebuilder Vistry has reduced prices on some properties by more than £100,000, with discounts reaching 17% as the company seeks to improve cash generation. Analysis by RBC found that of more than 1,200 properties listed by Vistry during May, the average discount was 8.4%. The post Vistry cuts house prices by up to 17% amid cash pressures appeared first on...
High stamp duty rates of up to 19% for non-UK residents are prompting wealthy buyers to reconsider renting rather than purchasing in London's prime property market. The combination of £3.8 million to £5.7 million in tax on properties valued between £20 million and £30 million, plus annual running costs of £500,000 or more, has shifted the financial calculation for international buyers. The post...
Cleaning-related issues accounted for 29.37% of all tenancy deposit disputes in 2025, marking the fifth consecutive year that cleaning has been the primary cause of disagreement between landlords and tenants. Property damage ranked as the second most common reason for deposit claims at 18.42%, followed by rent arrears at 16.45%. The post Cleaning disputes dominate tenancy deposit claims appeared first on...
The Bank of England faces renewed uncertainty over its interest rate decision this week following the European Central Bank's move to raise borrowing costs. Most analysts expect the Bank Rate to remain unchanged at 3.75 per cent on Thursday, though economists remain divided on inflation risks. The post Bank of England rate decision uncertain after ECB hike appeared first on...
A Peterborough landlord has been fined £13,936 and faces inclusion on the Rogue Landlord Database following convictions for multiple housing offences. Zahid Hussain was convicted in his absence for failing to address serious safety hazards and operating unlicensed rental properties. The post Peterborough landlord fined £13,936 for safety breaches appeared first on...
The number of tenants experiencing rent increases has fallen by 23% in the first month following the introduction of the Renters' Rights Act, according to new data from Hamptons. Analysis shows 31% of sitting tenants would see their rent rise this year, down from 40% in the previous 12 months. The post Rent increases drop 23% following Renters’ Rights Act appeared first on...
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