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Stay updated with the latest UK property investment news, market insights, and trends. Expert analysis on residential and commercial real estate developments.

UK housing market sees sharp rise in price reductions amid supply surge
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UK housing market sees sharp rise in price reductions amid supply surge

Anna IbbotsonMay 24, 2025May 24, 2025

The UK housing market is experiencing a notable uptick in price reductions, with more than 100,000 properties having their asking prices cut in April alone, according to new data from property analytics firm TwentyEA.

Gable Mortgages launches 100% mortgage as no-deposit home loans return to the market
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Gable Mortgages launches 100% mortgage as no-deposit home loans return to the market

Anna IbbotsonMay 21, 2025May 21, 2025

A second lender in under a week has entered the no-deposit mortgage market, with Gable Mortgages launching a 100% home loan targeted at first-time buyers and renters struggling to save.

Trumped! US buyer demand for UK property hits eight-year high amid trade fears
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Trumped! US buyer demand for UK property hits eight-year high amid trade fears

Anna IbbotsonMay 21, 2025

Interest from American buyers in UK homes has surged to its highest level since 2017, according to new data from Rightmove, as growing uncertainty over President Trump’s economic policies prompts a rise in enquiries.

UK housing market update: rents fall as sales stock hits 11-year high
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UK housing market update: rents fall as sales stock hits 11-year high

Property Portfolio InvestorMay 21, 2025May 21, 2025

UK rents fall by 1.8% as supply rises, while unsold sales stock hits highest level since 2013, driven by slowing demand after stamp duty changes, Home.co.uk reports.

UK house prices rise in May for fifth year running amid rush to beat stamp duty deadline
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UK house prices rise in May for fifth year running amid rush to beat stamp duty deadline

Anna IbbotsonMay 19, 2025

UK house prices rose 0.6% in May to a record £379,517, driven by a surge in new listings before stamp duty changes, Rightmove reports, marking five years of gains.

100% mortgage returns to UK as April Mortgages launches no-deposit deal
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100% mortgage returns to UK as April Mortgages launches no-deposit deal

Anna IbbotsonMay 16, 2025

April Mortgages launches a 100% mortgage deal — the first of its kind in years — offering fixed rates from 5.99% with no deposit required. Experts remain divided on the risks.

New research shows buyer demand rises across almost every county in England
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New research shows buyer demand rises across almost every county in England

Anna IbbotsonMay 13, 2025May 13, 2025

New data from Benham and Reeves shows property buyer activity is trending upwards across nearly all English counties, driven by improved mortgage affordability and market stability.

Cotswolds rental market outpaces wider south of England, says lettings agency
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Cotswolds rental market outpaces wider south of England, says lettings agency

Anna IbbotsonMay 13, 2025

The Cotswolds rental market is outperforming the wider South of England, with average rents hitting £2,118—second only to London, according to The Cotswold Letting Agency.

Majority of small business owners say self-employment status harms homeownership prospects
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Majority of small business owners say self-employment status harms homeownership prospects

Anna IbbotsonMay 13, 2025

Over 50% of UK small business owners say their employment status has negatively affected their ability to secure a mortgage, according to research from The Mortgage Lender.

Buy-to-let investment falls to lowest level since 2007 as landlords head north
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Buy-to-let investment falls to lowest level since 2007 as landlords head north

Anna IbbotsonMay 12, 2025May 21, 2025

Buy-to-let property purchases have dropped to their lowest level since the financial crisis, with landlords favouring the north over London due to rising taxes and mortgage costs.

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UK Insights

Mortgage borrowers have reason to cheer as fixed rates continue to fall and lenders ease affordability rules, boosting hopes for more accessible lending – particularly for first-time buyers and remortgagers.
UK Property Insights

Investor optimism rises as lenders cut fixed rates and relax affordability rules

Anna Ibbotson July 9, 2025

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