2024-04-18 07:55
The UK property market continues to pick up its pace as we head through spring, and there are some new positive indicators for the sector.
House price trends and the wider economic landscape… Read More
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2024-04-17 07:40
Tenant demand remains sky-high in the private rented sector, with landlords seeing unprecedented appetite for properties, and the NRLA believes a tax cut could help.
Getting onto the p… Read More
2024-04-16 07:50
The Renters Reform Bill is something that most property investors and landlords are growing increasingly aware of in the UK, but is it something you need to act on now?
The Renters Reform Bi… Read More
2024-04-15 07:50
Diversifying your portfolio to include a range of property types can be a successful strategy for property investors to maximise their returns, and HMO property investment has become a popul… Read More
2024-04-15 06:00
The 7am Cut
In the news this week: declining mortgage rates lift property market sentiment to a two-year high, UK estate agents report third straight month of rising demand and landlords are… Read More
2024-04-12 07:50
Property investors and landlords looking for a new investment location with strong yields, capital gains prospects and further improvements in the pipeline are focusing on these cities.
Buy… Read More
2024-04-10 07:50
The rate of capital appreciation is expected to fluctuate to some extent throughout the course of a property investment, and interest rates can have an impact.
Capital growth or capita… Read More
2024-04-09 07:50
There are plenty of things you need to factor in before you embark on any UK property investment, and the first step is often choosing the best location.
Most investors make money through pr… Read More
2024-04-08 08:00
UK house price trends continue to present a mixed – yet overall stable – picture to buyers. Whether you’re a homeowner or landlord, it can be difficult to know whether now… Read More
2024-04-08 06:00
The 7am Cut
In the news this week: mortgage approvals in the UK have reached their highest level in 17 months; rental costs surge across the UK; and tenant retention increases…
UK mo… Read More
2024-04-05 07:50
Long-term tenants carry a number of benefits to landlords from an investment perspective, and new research indicates renters could be staying in their rental homes for longer.
Property… Read More
2024-04-04 07:50
Building costs have fallen significantly since their peak in 2022, and this along with a rise in demand for UK new-builds indicates a positive outlook for the sector.
While there is still a… Read More
2024-04-02 07:50
Buy-to-let landlords sometimes get a bad rap in the media, but new research shows that relations between tenants and owners are actually in good health.
For scores of property investor… Read More
2024-04-01 06:00
The 7am Cut
In the news this week: interest rates to fall alongside inflation; buyers’ confidence returns to the UK property market; and the north continues to outperform the south&hel&hell…Read More
2024-03-29 07:50
The regional cities of England continue to offer some of the best opportunities for investors, and Manchester continues to prove itself as a top choice.
House prices in Manchester have risen… Read More
2024-03-28 19:37
The north east, the north west and Yorkshire and the Humber are all bucking the trend for house prices, while the regions in the south of England lag behind.
UK property prices increas… Read More
2024-03-28 07:50
Despite a recent levelling off in house prices and mortgage rates, it seems that the UK rental market is set to remain in high demand as renting is often cheaper.
The UK rental market… Read More
2024-03-27 07:50
In this year’s spring budget, the Chancellor announced that the way holiday lets are taxed will change, so will that take the shine off the sector?
Short-term lets, also known as holid… Read More
2024-03-26 07:50
Stockport is well and truly on the radar as a property investment target, and there’s plenty more to come for this vastly improving town in Greater Manchester.
Last week saw the… Read More
2024-03-25 07:50
Removing landlords from the housing market would deprive the UK economy of around £45bn per year, says a new report looking at the importance of the private rented sector.
Small… Read More
2024-03-25 06:00
The 7am Cut:
In the news this week: UK rents expected to continue to rise through 2024, inflation falls by more than expected to 3.4% and Sunak expects the UK economy is to ‘bounce bac… Read More
2024-03-21 14:08
This week we’ve had some major announcements relating to UK inflation and interest rates, both of which could have an impact on the property investment outlook.
Today, the Bank of Engl… Read More
2024-03-21 07:50
With the number of enquiries per home to rent still double pre-pandemic levels, the supply-demand gap in buy-to-let continues to push up UK rents.
The outlook for the UK private rented… Read More
2024-03-20 07:50
Understanding tenancy agreements is crucial for anyone investing in property as a buy-to-let landlord, and there could be some major changes coming up.
A tenancy agreement is a contract betw… Read More
2024-03-19 07:50
The cost of mortgages can have a huge impact on the property market, and the latest data shows that lower mortgage rates and the prospect of further falls is boosting confidence.
Many things… Read More
2024-03-18 07:50
Stockport in Greater Manchester has been hailed by The Times as the best place to live in the north west of England for 2024, and it’s not the first time the town’s been recognis… Read More
2024-03-18 06:00
The 7am Cut
In the news this week: house prices rose in February; buyer enquiries and mortgage approvals are increasing; and Stockport is named the best place to live in the northwest of… Read More
2024-03-15 07:48
There were multiple calls from the property industry for the Chancellor to make changes to stamp duty to boost investment, but will the alteration announced last week have an impact?
Last we… Read More
2024-03-14 13:39
The UK buy-to-let sector continues to see exceptionally high levels of demand, and it’s an enticing prospect for first-time landlords. Jack Goring-Bielby, finance content writer, Mortg… Read More
2024-03-14 07:50
Buy-to-let landlords often get a bad rap in the media, but they not only provide vital accommodation for millions of renters; they also benefit the local economy.
Around a fifth of all… Read More
2024-03-13 07:50
Houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) are known for their high yields and more reliable income, and the current climate could mean more property investors are favouring this property type.
Pr… Read More
2024-03-12 07:55
Optimism in the UK property investment space continues to pick up, and new research reveals that wealthy buyers are making plans to snap up more opportunities.
The UK housing market continue… Read More
2024-03-11 07:50
With prices continuing to recover across all major house price indices at the moment, the UK housing market is once again ramping up as buyers and sellers become more optimistic.
The l… Read More
2024-03-11 06:00
The 7am Cut
In the news this week: house prices rise the for fifth month in a row; Manchester and Liverpool remain top cities for house price growth; and we review what is in it for th… Read More
2024-03-06 20:23
In what is expected to be the final budget before the upcoming general election this year, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt made some predictable and not so predictable announcements.
There were high… Read More
2024-03-06 07:50
In a bid to ensure their property sale goes through, more sellers are favouring cash buyers over mortgaged ones – and this often comes with a good deal for the buyer.
It is a wel… Read More
2024-03-05 07:50
The housing market remains one of the most popular asset classes in which to invest, and a recent survey revealed that optimism outweighs pessimism for UK property investment right now.
Inve… Read More
2024-03-04 07:50
City locations with extensive regeneration and redevelopment underway are favourites among property investors, and new research shows the most active cities for new-build property creation… Read More
2024-03-01 07:50
The UK housing market has been described as having “three speeds” as performance varies across the country, but Manchester and Liverpool continue to stand out.
In Zoopla&rs&hell…Read More
2024-02-29 11:00
Thanks to the resilience of the UK property market, the positive momentum continues as we move through the year and investors are poised for 2024 to outperform 2023.
There has been muc… Read More
2024-02-29 07:50
While homeownership ultimately remains an aspiration for the majority of young people, new research shows that growing numbers of people feel they will never get a foot on the housing ladder… Read More
2024-02-28 07:50
Local leaders in the Midlands will be “empowered” to decide what to do with the reallocated HS2 investment, as part of government’s levelling up agenda.
Earlier this… Read More
2024-02-27 07:50
Despite some uncertainty creeping back in around mortgage rates, there’s good news for property investors as the average buy-to-let mortgage rate has dipped once again.
Landlords… Read More
2024-02-26 13:06
Thinking about purchasing a buy-to-let property? There are a number of common mistakes landlords will want to avoid making, as they could end up costing a significant amount, writes Emily Hi… Read More
2024-02-23 16:41
Although average property prices edged down slightly over the course of 2023, there were some standout locations – including the north west – that registered growth.
In recent ye… Read More
2024-02-23 07:50
The UK build-to-rent sector offers increasing “opportunity for future growth” according to the latest research, which shows 2023 was a stellar year for this section of the housin… Read More
2024-02-22 07:50
This week, new research claimed that buy-to-let lending to those aged 55 and over was down by 53%, but there could be more to the story if you look at recent trends.
New figures released by… Read More
2024-02-21 07:50
New-build property is an ideal investment for a wide range of buyers, from first-timers to home movers and property investors, and there are calls for more measures to boost the market.
Ther… Read More
2024-02-20 07:50
The north west property market remains one of the strongest in the UK, with buyers and investors attracted to the promise of the region’s thriving towns and cities.
More buyers and sel… Read More
2024-02-19 07:50
As housing market activity picks up its pace moving through the first part of the year, experienced property investors are eyeing up opportunities.
While 2023 was undoubtedly a challenging y… Read More
2024-02-15 07:50
For anyone paying close attention to UK house prices, the picture is certainly brightening for the sector with either green shoots of growth or a change in direction from last year’s f… Read More
2024-02-14 07:50
More brownfield sites are set to be unlocked after housing secretary Michael Gove’s latest announcement on planning changes, and it could present more opportunities for property invest… Read More
2024-02-13 07:50
Recent statistics have revealed that the UK population is rising faster than expected, and the research shows why this is likely to lead to more tenants seeking rental homes.
The latest figu… Read More
2024-02-12 07:50
Greater Manchester often leads the way when it comes to housing and rental market performance, and the Stockport and Tameside areas have been marked top for tenant demand.
Over recent… Read More
2024-02-09 07:50
For property investors considering their options right now, focusing on the huge demand within the UK rental sector can be a good indication of portfolio performance.
The buy-to-let market i… Read More
2024-02-08 20:19
The new year has brought with it a new wave of appetite in the UK property market, as the more stable mortgage market creates a welcome boost of confidence.
While 2023 was a year that held a… Read More
2024-02-07 07:50
The build to rent market in the UK saw its second highest year of investment ever in 2023, and it’s a clear sign of changing demands within the private rented sector.
Build to re… Read More
2024-02-06 07:50
With multiple exciting projects and new developments on the horizon, property buyers are seizing the opportunity to invest in Stockport as early as possible.
The regeneration underway in the… Read More
2024-02-05 07:50
While house price growth has slowed or stopped in many parts of the country, it is a very different picture for the UK rental market, as demand for homes remains sky-high.
Buy-to-let landlor… Read More
2024-02-01 12:04
The Bank of England has once again kept its base rate at 5.25%, where it has sat since August 2023. How could this affect mortgage rates for borrowers?
While most forecasts have predicted a… Read More
2024-02-01 09:43
As the UK housing market recovers moving into 2024, Paresh Raja, CEO of Market Financial Solutions, looks at how and where you can find the best property investment opportunities.
It i… Read More
2024-01-31 20:33
With so much news surrounding EPC regulations over the last 12 months, it can be difficult to understand your position and when to act. By taking a closer look at EPCs in more detail, you ca… Read More
2024-01-31 07:50
Confidence is on the rise in the UK property investment landscape, with the ongoing gap between tenant demand and property supply playing a major role.
Reports of prospective tenant numbers… Read More
2024-01-30 07:50
The number of buy-to-let landlords buying and operating their properties through a limited company has accelerated, and 2024 looks set to be an equally busy year for professionalising landlo… Read More
2024-01-29 11:31
The UK housing market experienced a strong start to the year with a rebound in sales activity, with confidence rising thanks to falling mortgage rates.
After a modest fall in average p… Read More
2024-01-29 07:50
Stamp duty often comes under the spotlight as we approach a government Budget announcement, but there’s more evidence than ever that a cut could spur on the private rented sector. &hell…Read More
2024-01-27 08:00
Many buyers are drawn to invest in property that needs extensive renovation, but there are many factors to consider to decide if it’s the right decision for you.
With UK house pr… Read More
2024-01-25 14:49
Property investors remain highly active in the UK housing market, and UK buy-to-let landlords have become more optimistic in recent months according to the latest survey.
Many factors can se… Read More
2024-01-24 07:50
As the UK population is set to continue to rise, the need for more housing is growing, and landlords are likely to feel the effects in the form of heightened demand for their rental properti… Read More
2024-01-23 07:50
Investors are spotting opportunities in the current market as more buy-to-let landlords make plans to snap up further properties in the year ahead.
Market sentiment in the buy-to-let s… Read More
2024-01-22 07:50
Three areas in particular have seen rental yields surge – Wales, the north west and Yorkshire and the Humber – pushing up the average for buy-to-let landlords.
The upwards trajec… Read More
2024-01-18 07:50
While the outlook for the UK’s rental market hasn’t changed much, the latest predictions for UK house prices have improved thanks to renewed economic optimism.
Although yesterday… Read More
2024-01-17 07:50
Record numbers of landlords are investing in buy-to-let properties via a limited company, and the high-yielding northern property market is attracting the most interest.
In recent year… Read More
2024-01-16 07:50
People often gravitate towards certain areas depending on their stage in life, whether that’s town, city or country, and it’s interesting to note the latest trends in the UK rent… Read More
2024-01-15 07:50
Locations that are home to well-renowned universities often prove to have good investment potential, and the latest list shows the top performing spots in the UK.
Preston has ranked th… Read More
2024-01-11 12:51
Older buildings that have been extensively redeveloped have a number of advantages, and can be a great option for property investors looking for their next opportunity.
In recent times… Read More
2024-01-10 07:50
As 2023 came to a close, the UK housing market was already seeing a return in demand and improving property prices, and a number of factors are set to positively influence the sector in the… Read More
2024-01-09 07:50
Price falls are slowing in the UK’s prime property market, but the north and the Midlands are set to outperform over the next five years.
The latest prime UK residential markets… Read More
2024-01-08 07:50
Lenders have continued to cut rates towards the end of 2023 and the start of the new year, bringing hope for borrowers that affordability is set to improve.
Falling swap rates and an improve… Read More
2024-01-05 13:51
BuyAssociation’s Group Managing Director, Sam Hadfield, shares his insights into the property market for 2024.
How was 2023 for BuyAssociation?
2023 was our 18th year in business and a… Read More
2024-01-05 07:50
Over the past three years, parts of the UK rental market have seen a huge surge in tenant demand, and three of the top 10 hotspots can be found in Greater Manchester.
A ranking of the busies… Read More
2024-01-04 07:50
Much like 2023, the 12 months ahead look set to be a mixed bag for landlords, with a more stable financial outlook on the cards and a continuation of the rising rents of recent months.
Highe… Read More
2024-01-03 09:51
The West Midlands city of Birmingham is going through a huge amount of regeneration at the moment, and with millions of pounds more in the pipeline, it’s set to remain an investment ho… Read More
2024-01-02 14:06
The outlook for the UK property investment landscape is positive for the 12 months ahead according to a recent survey of landlords.
Houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) and student pro… Read More
2023-12-22 07:50
Under government plans, from 2025 all new-builds will be zero-carbon ready with clean heating systems installed, removing further upgrade costs for owners.
The Future Homes and Buildin… Read More
2023-12-21 10:19
UK inflation has cooled unexpectedly to 3.9% in the latest November figures, bringing hope that the economy could begin to recover faster in the coming year.
The rate of UK inflation came do… Read More
2023-12-20 07:50
Housing secretary Michael Gove has announced new measures to unblock planning holdups in order to deliver more homes in the UK housing market.
In a speech delivered yesterday (18th Dec… Read More
2023-12-19 07:50
The north west of England is among the top performers in terms of its property sales in recent months, spurred on by improving mortgage rates for borrowers.
The near-term sales outlook for t… Read More
2023-12-18 13:17
The latest data has revealed that an average two-year buy-to-let mortgage now comes in at 5.98%, having reached highs of 7% or more earlier this year.
Mortgage rates have been heading in a m… Read More
2023-12-15 07:50
The number of lenders offering green mortgages for energy efficient homes is on the rise, and many lenders have options available for new-build investors, too.
Energy efficiency in our homes… Read More
2023-12-14 15:44
The Bank of England has just announced it is once again holding interest rates at 5.25%, with most analysts now expecting a series of rate falls in 2024.
Falling inflation levels in the UK l… Read More
2023-12-13 11:55
A number of locations across the West Midlands, the north west, the north east and Yorkshire have been flagged up as places where landlords can most quickly pay off their properties through… Read More
2023-12-12 07:45
The property market has held steadier than many had predicted during the turbulence of the past year, and the outlook for UK house prices has improved for the next 12 months.
Sentiment among… Read More
2023-12-11 07:50
The year ahead could present some strong buying opportunities for buy-to-let investors, with professional landlords in particular expected to remain resilient.
With more stability retu… Read More
2023-12-08 07:50
With rents in the UK continuing to rise, the tenant experience is hugely important right now. How can landlords attract and retain good tenants?
Experienced property investors and landlords… Read More
2023-12-07 07:50
The Liverpool rental sector has seen huge growth in recent years as landlords have honed in on the strong market, but unfortunately that includes rogue landlords.
Liverpool rental dema… Read More
2023-12-06 07:50
The supply-demand imbalance in the private rented sector continues to widen, and a number of factors are contributing to soaring rental demand.
Price growth in the UK rental market has… Read More
2023-12-05 07:50
As 2023 draws to a close with a better-than-expected outcome for the UK housing market, the latest forecast indicates we shouldn’t expect any nasty surprises from the year ahead.
Stabi… Read More
2023-12-04 08:30
The UK has a serious problem with empty buildings, and it’s getting worse. Paresh Raja, CEO of Market Financial Solutions, explores the issue and looks at what can be done.
The number… Read More
2023-12-01 11:14
As the year draws to a close, Nick Sheppard, Managing Director of Framework Mortgaging, shares his 2023 experience as a mortgage provider and his expectations for the future of the UK proper… Read More
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