With festive decorations packed away and normal life resuming, it seems that lots of people’s thoughts are turning towards what a 2025 move could look like for them. Our first House Price Index of the year shows that the national average house price has risen by 1.7% this month, to £366,189. Since recording our busiest … Read more
The UK housing market is currently booming – if you know where to look. Zoopla has identified what it says are housing markets with best prospects for house price growth in 2025. The property portal has assessed a range of key housing indicators including the affordability of homes, how quickly property is selling, how much … Read more
The average price of property coming to market has hit a five-year high, according to new data released by Rightmove. The figures reveal that the average asking price rose by 1.7%, or 5,992 this month, to reach an average of £366,189 The property portal has also revealed a hike in new properties that have come … Read more
Rachel Reeves The chancellor Rachel Reeves is said to be considering proposals from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to simplify mortgage lending rules with a view to making it easier for homebuyers to get a foot on the housing ladder. The City regulator has outlined plans to boost economic growth and home ownership by reviewing … Read more
Two people have been sentenced after illegally evicting a tenant described by the local authority as vulnerable. Phoenix Supported Housing CIC, plus former managing director Kimberley Bethell and director Davinder Singh Chall each pleaded guilty to unlawful deprivation of occupation and engaging in a commercial practice which contravened the requirements of professional diligence. City of … Read more