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As the housing market continues to evolve, renters today are facing unique challenges and shifting preferences that shape where and how they live. For landlords and property managers, understanding these trends is crucial to staying relevant and meet... read more »

The UK housing market has shown remarkable resilience, bouncing back from the instability caused by former Prime Minister Liz Truss's 2022 mini-budget. The controversial policy, which led to a sudden rise in borrowing costs, had a pronounced effect o... read more »

In September 2024, Scottish First Minister John Swinney announced the government’s commitment to rent controls as part of the Housing (Scotland) Bill. This initiative forms part of a broader Programme for Government, which aims to address housi... read more »

The UK is facing an ongoing housing crisis, characterized by a chronic shortage of affordable homes, rising house prices, and housing affordability challenges. In response to this, the Labour government, led by Prime Minister Keir Starmer, has set am... read more »

Deciding whether to buy a house is a significant financial commitment, especially given the complexities of the current UK housing market. This case study explores the factors that potential homebuyers and investors should consider before making this... read more »

The UK housing market has experienced a notable shift in recent months, driven primarily by falling mortgage rates following the Bank of England's base rate cut to 5% on August 1, 2024. This case study examines the real-world implications of these ch... read more »

The UK government's recent publication of the revised National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) marks a significant shift in the housing sector. Since taking office in July 2024, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has underscored the importance of "gett... read more »

As we progress through 2024, the UK rental market is undergoing significant changes, signaling the end of the rapid rent hikes that have dominated recent years. This analysis explores the major trends shaping a more balanced and sustainable environme... read more »

In a significant development for Northern Ireland’s property market, PropertyPal and Propertynews, two leading property websites, are merging to create a more robust presence in the digital property space. This case study delves into the motiva... read more »

The Bank of England’s recent interest rate cut has sparked a noticeable revival in the UK property market. Following the rate reduction on August 1st—the first since the COVID-19 pandemic—data from Rightmove shows a 19% increase in ... read more »