5 years on from lockdown: what’s changed in the housing market?

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Remember when we were all dreaming of escaping to the coast during lockdown ‘race for space’? Well, five years on from the start of the pandemic, it seems the tide has turned. Our latest research shows that many of the dramatic shifts we saw in the property market have now reversed, with coastal homes taking … Read more

What’s happened with house prices this month?

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We’re now in the middle of the Spring selling season, which is typically the busiest time of year for the housing market.  Our monthly House Price Index reveals the average price of property coming to market has risen by 1.1% ( £3,876) this month, to £371,870, which is in line with the average price increase … Read more

Over 70,000 homemovers set to miss stamp duty deadline

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If you’ve moved home recently, or you’re going through the home-buying process right now, chances are it’s taking much longer to get your keys than you might have expected. The home-buying process in England is taking longer than ever, with an average completion time of 163 days – over five months from the time a … Read more

House prices edge up as buyer choice hits 10-year high

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We’re fast approaching the Spring selling season, which is one of the busiest periods of the year for the housing market. People emerge from winter hibernation mode to start their search for a new home, as well as lots more people listing their homes for sale.  The average price of property coming to market has … Read more

When is the best time of year to sell a home?

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Putting your home up for sale can feel putting a brand new life chapter in motion. But the big question – when to do it? Our latest research shows that February and March are the best months to list your home if you’re want to maximise your chances of a successful sale. In fact, nearly … Read more