Market Insights

According to the astrology calendar that is.. not the weather! So, will a new Government led by Sir Keir Starmer lead to renewed interest in the property world? Short answer, one would hope so, however there are a few other factors to consider: Interest rates Supply Economy We feel that these are the key factors,…

With warmer weather on the horizon, well we’ve got to stay positive haven’t we (?!) are we seeing the property market warming up as well? Short answer… Yes! Quick review from the beginning of the year, January we saw the up turn in activity with home owners requesting appraisals for their homes, buyers inquiring to…

So, for many in the property world 2023 will not be remembered as being the best but in the last few months of the year we started seeing some promising signs and more positive outlooks of a more stable marketplace. Nationwide figures showed that house prices fell 1.8% over the course of last year; confirmation…

A quick recap…. Main rate of National Insurance cut from 12% to 10% from 6 January, affecting 27 million people Abolishment of NI for self-employed people earning more than £12,570 from April, with 8% to be paid on profits between £12,570 and £50,270 – a 1% cut Legal minimum wage – known officially as the…