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Savills predicts long-term rent rises as landlords exit the market
UK rental prices are forecast to rise by 17.6% over the next five years, driven by an ongoing imbalance between high tenant demand and…
Investors beware: top warning signs of a cowboy builder
Cowboy builders are causing headaches for property investors, with new data showing a surge in complaints regarding poor workmanship. Between January and October 2024,…
Inheritance tax overhaul: why families must act now to protect wealth
UK households could face sharply increased inheritance tax bills under proposed reforms expected to come into force from 2027. These changes, which may include…
The Italian job: expert tips for navigating Italy’s €1 home initiative
Italy’s renowned €1 home initiative is back, offering an enticing opportunity for property buyers to own a piece of the country’s picturesque rural charm.…
Cash is still king: investors score huge discounts with cash purchases
Cash buyers are taking advantage of significant price reductions in today’s property market, according to research by estate agency Lomond. As anxious sellers look…
What lies ahead for UK house prices: the next five years
The UK housing market’s outlook has shifted following Labour’s first Budget, which has introduced higher taxes and influenced lender behaviour. As a result, property…
Co-living: a modern solution to London’s housing crisis
Co-living developments are gaining traction in London, emerging as a fresh and community-focused solution to the capital’s housing challenges, according to planning consultancy Lichfields.…
Terraced houses top the list for London buy-to-let investors
Terraced houses are the most lucrative property type for buy-to-let investors in London, offering the highest rental yields in the capital at 5.37%, according…
Commercial property conversion boom as landlords pivot to residential investments
With a 63% surge in commercial-to-residential conversion applications between 2021 and 2023, landlords are seizing the opportunity to transform vacant commercial spaces into high-demand…
Cities Offering the Most Homes Under £100k
Recent research by Yopa highlights that affordable homes priced at £100,000 or less still exist in the UK property market, even in major cities.…