UK property investment magazineFriday, 17 July 2026
Market Snapshot
UK Avg House Price £278,024 ▼ 0.6% MoM2yr Fixed 3.96% ▲ 0.91ppBoE Base Rate 3.75% Avg Rental Yield 6.1% Updated weeklyUK Avg House Price £278,024 ▼ 0.6% MoM2yr Fixed 3.96% ▲ 0.91ppBoE Base Rate 3.75% Avg Rental Yield 6.1% Updated weekly

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A slump in capital gains tax (CGT) revenue and signs of a wealth exodus from the UK are prompting calls for a rethink on how to attract affluent overseas investors — including the potential reintroduction of a ‘UK investor visa’.
Opinion

Is a ‘UK investor visa’ needed to boost demand for prime property?

With capital gains tax revenue down and wealthy investors leaving the UK post non-dom reform, experts question whether a new ‘UK investor visa’ could help revive prime property demand.

AI
Anna Ibbotson
May 7, 2025
Opinion

How HMOs stack up against standard buy-to-let investments

HMOs offer higher rental yields than standard buy-to-lets, but come with stricter regulations and more management. Here’s how they stack up for…

PP
Property Portfolio Investor
May 7, 2025
Opinion

CPRE criticises spring statement: ‘Reeves misunderstands the housing crisis’

CPRE warns Chancellor Rachel Reeves’s spring statement overlooks affordable housing and brownfield development, risking damage to the countryside and worsening the affordability…

PP
Property Portfolio Investor
March 26, 2025
Opinion

North-South divide presents new investment chances as London housing market stalls

The UK’s property market remains buoyant overall, but a rift is opening between London and the rest of the country.

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Anna Ibbotson
February 20, 2025
Opinion

Foxtons boss warns ban on upfront rent may penalise low-income tenants

Foxtons CEO Guy Gittins warns that Labour’s plan to ban upfront rent risks harming low-income tenants who rely on advance payments to…

PP
Property Portfolio Investor
February 3, 2025
Opinion

Spain’s proposed 100% property tax for non-EU buyers: genuine move or political posturing?

A surprise announcement by Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez on 13 January has sparked alarm among non-EU property investors.

AI
Anna Ibbotson
January 25, 2025
Opinion

Trump effect triggers ripple in UK country property market as buyers eye long-term value

Even before Donald Trump sets foot back in the White House for his second term, the impact of his political and economic…

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Anna Ibbotson
January 2, 2025
Opinion

Investors beware: five hidden factors that can devalue your property

Discover five common issues that can devalue your home by up to 30%. From spray foam insulation to pests, find out how…

PP
Property Portfolio Investor
September 22, 2024
Opinion

The reality of buy-to-let: no guarantees for landlords as passive income myths dispelled

Buy-to-Let, long seen as a reliable investment choice, is far from the hassle-free income stream some investors may imagine, warns Charlie Davidson,…

PP
Property Portfolio Investor
September 22, 2024
Opinion

investors warned of potential rate cut delay and importance of portfolio diversification 

Investors warned of potential delays in Bank of England rate cuts due to rising inflation. Experts recommend portfolio diversification and highlight real…

PP
Property Portfolio Investor
September 13, 2024