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Could Milton Keynes become the home counties’ new tech capital?
From a vital east-west rail link to a booming tech sector, find out how Milton Keynes is transforming into the UK’s newest innovation hub—complete with affordable homes, thriving start-ups and cutting-edge infrastructure.

UK rents slip for the first time since 2019, but London remains at record highs
UK rents beyond London have dipped for the first time in five years, supply is easing pressure on tenants, and why the capital’s rents continue to rise.

The complete guide to preparing a property to let for first-time landlords
First-time landlord? learn how to prepare your property for rent—from meeting legal obligations and handling maintenance to boosting tenant appeal and securing specialist insurance.

Park Homes set for supply boost in 2025 as downsizer interest grows
Park Homes across England have dipped in availability this year, but a 2025 supply boost looks set to address surging downsizer demand.

Florida property boom predicted as Spain’s proposed tax hikes deter British buyers
Spain’s proposed 100% property tax on non-EU buyers could send British investors flocking to Florida. Discover why experts predict a surge in demand for Florida’s tax-efficient real estate…

Surge in demand for commercial property investment as interest rates ease, says Rightmove
Commercial property investment demand soared by 28% in late 2024, according to Rightmove, with the industrial sector leading the charge.

Earnings growth eases mortgage costs for first-time buyers, says Nationwide
Nationwide reports that first-time buyers are benefiting from strong wage growth and slightly lower interest rates, making mortgage payments a smaller share of take-home pay.

Spain threatens 100% property tax on Britons buying second homes
Spain plans a steep 100% property tax on non-EU homebuyers without legal residence, hitting British purchasers hardest and sparking fierce debate over housing reforms.

Labour’s VAT on private school fees set to cool house prices in London’s affluent enclaves
House prices in some of London’s most exclusive postcodes are tipped to fall as Labour’s decision to apply VAT on private school fees forces more families to reconsider…

Mortgage market heads for £104 billion January rush
From looming stamp duty changes to anticipated rate cuts, Britain’s mortgage market is gearing up for a busy January. Learn why experts predict a rush worth £104bn—and how…

