Where UK House Prices Rose (and Fell) Fastest in March 2025 The UK housing market experienced a modest shift in March, with the latest Halifax House Price Index showing a slight dip in average prices. While not unexpected, this monthly decline comes after a flurry of activity ahead of April's stamp duty changes, and highlights the increasingly nuanced nature of the property market in 2025. House...
The Spring Statement 2025, delivered by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, didn’t introduce any new tax rises but did confirm significant spending cuts. These measures, alongside economic forecasts from the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR), offer insights into how landlords might be affected in the short and long term. Read on to understand the implications of these updates for landlords and the rental...
The ongoing global economic shifts, including the continued ripple effects of US President Donald Trump’s tariffs, are set to drive down mortgage rates in the UK. As these tariffs disrupt global supply chains, financial markets are increasingly pricing in a potential economic slowdown, with interest rate cuts now expected to occur at a faster pace than previously anticipated. Recent movements in...
The digital pound is quickly becoming a topic of interest as the UK considers the introduction of a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC). As the Bank of England consults on the future of digital currency, it’s crucial for property investors, developers, and landlords to understand how this change could impact their transactions. While still in its early stages, the digital pound has the potential to...