Property

The New Property Reforms in the United Kingdom: How They Are Changing Ownership and Rentals

Introduction: Why the British property system is changing The United Kingdom property market is undergoing a period of significant regulatory transformation. In recent years, political and academic debate over the structure of the British housing system has intensified, leading to the proposal and introduction of a series of reforms aimed at reshaping both property rights and the functioning of the...

London Property Market: Performance from January to March 2025 and Future Outlook

What does the London property market look like in 2025? After years of volatility, the London property market appears to be moving towards greater stability. In this article, we analyse performance from January to March 2025 and the outlook for the future. London property market 2025: the first quarter The first quarter of 2025 showed encouraging signs. Property transactions picked up again after...

Residential Search Update: Expanded Edition

Introduction Welcome to the latest edition of our 2024 Residential Property Market Update in the UK. Our team has worked diligently to analyse current trends and changes in the residential property market in order to provide you with comprehensive insights. This update covers a range of topics, including market dynamics, pricing trends, buyer behaviour and future forecasts. Market...

BoE Keeps the Base Rate at 5.25%: What It Means for Mortgages and the Economy in 2024

The Bank of England (BoE) has kept the base rate at 5.25%, with important implications for mortgages and the UK economy in 2024. This BoE base rate level has had a direct impact on mortgage costs and on property purchase decisions in London. What the BoE base rate at 5.25% means for UK mortgages A high base rate translates into more expensive mortgages. Banks and lenders adjust their rates in line...

UK Property Market Outlook: Interest Rates, House Price Forecasts and Their Impact on Property Transactions

The outlook for the UK property market depends heavily on the direction of interest rates. In this article, we analyse forecasts for the UK property market, the impact of interest rates and the opportunities for buyers and investors. Interest rates and the UK property market: the current landscape The Bank of England has kept interest rates high in order to fight inflation. This has held back part...

A Previous October Decline in House Prices: A Market in Transition.

The decline in house prices in London during October is a recurring phenomenon that can create interesting opportunities. October marks a transitional phase in the London property market. House prices in London tend to stabilise, creating favourable conditions for buyers. Why October is a good time to buy In autumn, the number of new properties for sale tends to increase. Sellers who were unable to...

London Property Market: Adapting to New Price Expectations and Interest Rates

The London property market in 2023 went through a period of adjustment to new pricing levels. The corrections recorded compared with previous peaks opened up interesting opportunities. In this article, we examine how the London property market is adapting to new price expectations. New price expectations in the London property market Sellers and buyers are redefining their expectations. Sellers have...

A Shift in Sentiment: All Eyes on Inflation and the London Property Market

Inflation has a direct impact on the London property market. Recent data showed inflation at 7.9% in June 2023, down from 8.7% in May. This fall in inflation created a positive shift in sentiment among investors in the London property market. How inflation influences the London property market In previous months, lenders had increased mortgage costs. This created concern among buyers. However, the...