UK Housing Market Archives - Page 2 of 9

Happy young couple planning their first home purchase with “First Time Home Buyers” text.

Six million renters want to be first-time buyers

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

25th September 2025, 8 months ago | 2

Up to six million tenants could be preparing to take their first step onto the property ladder as 29% of...

Stamp duty bag and house model with rumours speech bubble and the Chancellor

Rumours of reforming stamp duty heat up before Budget

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

22nd September 2025, 8 months ago | 2

Chancellor Rachel Reeves may spread stamp duty payments across several years rather than in one lump sum, according to media...

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The top property investment hotspots revealed

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

5th September 2025, 8 months ago | 0

Bradford has solidified its position as the nation’s most sought-after property market, maintaining its lead for the third investment index...

Bold headline over symbolic housing image warning of NI tax impact on rents.

Critics hit out at proposed National Insurance for rental income plan

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

29th August 2025, 9 months ago | 20

Chancellor Rachel Reeves reported targeting of ‘unearned income’ from landlords with a controversial plan to impose National Insurance contributions on...

UK housing market hits three-year high – GetAgent

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

29th August 2025, 9 months ago | 0

The UK property market is at its strongest point in three years, claims estate agent. Estate agent comparison website GetAgent.co.uk...

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Proposed seller property tax targets London’s homeowners

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

28th August 2025, 9 months ago | 0

Labour’s proposal to replace Stamp Duty Land Tax with a new property tax on home sellers could unfairly burden London...

Overpriced homes with ‘For Sale’ signs highlighting slowing UK property sales.

Property market slows as overpriced homes linger – Zoopla

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

28th August 2025, 9 months ago | 0

The UK’s housing market is witnessing a period of slowing growth, with average house prices rising by 1.3% compared to...

Red downward arrow over wooden houses symbolising falling UK house prices.

House prices continue to decline as interest rate cut eases pressure on buyers

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

19th August 2025, 9 months ago | 0

House prices fell in July but interest rate cut offered some relief for first-time buyers, claims e.surv. The House Price...

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There’s no such thing as a summer property slowdown – claim

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

6th August 2025, 9 months ago | 1

Contrary to popular belief that the property market stalls during the summer season, an analysis indicates that the warmer months...

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Chancellor’s lending reforms could spark house price crash

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

5th August 2025, 9 months ago | 7

A leading property expert has raised concerns about Chancellor Rachel Reeve’s new lending policies, warning that they could destabilise the...

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More landlords switch to limited company ownership

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

4th August 2025, 9 months ago | 4

A fifth of landlords now hold at least one buy to let mortgage within a limited company structure, with the...

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House price growth slows as stamp duty costs rise

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

29th July 2025, 10 months ago | 0

Despite a robust rise in homebuyer interest and sales agreements, the UK’s housing market is grappling with a slowdown in...

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Rents are £417 a month higher than five years ago

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

29th July 2025, 10 months ago | 6

Rents have surged to a new high, with tenants now paying an average of £417 more per month, a 44%...

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Scottish property prices rocket by £10,654 in a year

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

28th July 2025, 10 months ago | 0

House values across Scotland have soared by an average of £10,654 over the past year, research reveals. According to an...

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UK house prices forecast to rise 24.5% by 2029

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

25th July 2025, 10 months ago | 1

The UK’s housing market is poised for growth, with average house prices expected to climb by 24.5% over the next...

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Landlords boost profits despite rising start-up and running costs

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

18th July 2025, 10 months ago | 0

Landlords are enjoying higher profits despite facing steeper start-up and running expenses, research reveals. According to lettings and acquisition specialist,...

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Rents rise 6.7% in June while house prices grow by 3.9%

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

17th July 2025, 10 months ago | 0

Private rents across the UK have continued their upward trajectory, with the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reporting a 6.7%...

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Tenants stay longer as rental inflation bites – TDS

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

17th July 2025, 10 months ago | 0

Tenants across England and Wales are remaining in their rented homes for much longer, with the average tenancy now lasting...

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PRS booms with strong yields and rising rents

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

15th July 2025, 10 months ago | 3

The private rented sector in England and Wales is thriving, with robust tenant demand, rising rents and steady landlord activity...

Landlord walking away after selling property, symbolizing UK housing crisis.

Landlords continue to sell as 290,000 homes lost from the PRS

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

14th July 2025, 10 months ago | 20

More than 290,000 homes have been lost from the private rented sector in England as more landlords are looking to...

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