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Rightmove Secures £8 Million Takeover of HomeViews
In a strategic move to bolster its market position, Rightmove, the portal giant, has recently acquired HomeViews, a prominent build-to-rent reviews platform, in a deal…
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Rental Market Sees Sharpest Decline Since 2020, with London Leading the Drop
Newly released data from HomeLet indicates a downward trend in the UK rental market, marking the third consecutive month of declining prices. The latest figures…
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Bank of England Maintains Interest Rate at 5.25%, Sparks Industry Analysis
The Bank of England has announced its decision to keep the base interest rate steady at 5.25%, marking the fourth consecutive time this rate has…
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Positive Uptick in House Prices Marks Encouraging Start to 2024
The UK housing market witnessed a surge of optimism as Nationwide reported a 0.7% increase in house prices in January, a crucial month before the…
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Rental Market Sees Price Surge in January Despite Longer Void Periods
Goodlord’s latest Rental Index reveals an upward trend in rents for January, with an over 7% year-on-year increase despite a lengthening in void periods. However,…
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Falling House Prices and Large Mortgages Pose Triple Threat to UK Landlords and Homeowners
The latest HL Savings & Resilience Barometer, forecasts a 5.9% drop in house prices during the year. This anticipated decline presents significant risks, particularly for…
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Buy to Let Landlords Eye Expansion in Property Portfolios in Next Year
A recent study by The Mortgage Lender (TML) reveals a significant trend among Buy to Let (BTL) landlords, with a focus on expanding their property…
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Shawbrook Introduce Rate Cuts Across Property Investment Products
Shawbrook has unveiled significant rate reductions across its extensive property investment product line today, marking a positive shift in the market landscape for professional property…
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Letting Agents Voice Concerns Over Renters (Reform) Bill, Labeling It ‘Unfair’
The sentiment among letting agents regarding the Renters (Reform) Bill is predominantly one of discontent, as reported by Propertymark’s Head of Policy, Tim Douglas. The…
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New Safety Regulations Set to Impact Scottish Landlords from 1st March
Scottish landlords are being alerted to prepare for a series of stringent safety measures that are set to redefine property standards. The new regulations, effective…
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2024 Forecasts Suggest a Further Drop in UK House Prices
As we approached Christmas, it became evident to housing market analysts that mortgage affordability was exerting downward pressure on house prices. This trend is expected…
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Property Sellers Pocketed an Average of £103,000 in Profits Last Year
Recent research conducted by Hamptons has shed light on the property market, revealing that despite a dip in house prices, the majority of homeowners who…
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Government’s Potential 1% Mortgage Deposit Scheme Sparks Debate Among Industry Experts
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Chancellor Jeremy Hunt are contemplating a groundbreaking scheme to facilitate homeownership for first-time buyers through a mortgage requiring a mere…
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Professional Landlord Secures Monumental £20m Refinance Package for Property Portfolio
A professional landlord in the Greater London region has successfully secured a £20 million refinancing package for their extensive property portfolio, comprising 36 properties, thanks…
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Mortgage Market Defies Inflation Trends with Rate Cuts by Major Lenders
In a surprising twist, major mortgage lenders in the UK, including Santander, Coventry Building Society, and Skipton, have announced reductions in their mortgage rates. This…
