Tag: Cambridge
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Downsizing Dreams: Where to Find Your Perfect (and Affordable) Retirement Haven
Thinking of downsizing for a comfortable retirement? You’re not alone! It’s a big decision, and finding the perfect location to enjoy your golden years is crucial. The Daily Mail did some research, crunching the numbers to uncover hidden gems and retirement hotspots across the UK. Downsizing isn’t just about finding a smaller house; it’s about…
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Landlords – Where are the UK’s Property Rental Hotspots (Outside London)?
St Albans Crowned Most Expensive City to Rent, While Carlisle Offers Bargains New data from property website Rightmove has revealed a significant gap in rental prices across Britain, with St Albans emerging as the priciest city outside of London. Tenants in this Hertfordshire hotspot are now paying an eye-watering average of £2,307 per month –…
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Renters Are Snapping Up Homes FAST in These Areas!
The rental market is booming, and some areas are seeing tenants snatch up properties quicker than you can say “deposit”. Renters are on the move, and here’s where they’re headed: Fastest Rental Markets: Slowest Rental Markets: Expert Advice: OnTheMarket president, Jason Tebb, says: “The rental market is super competitive, and some tenants are having to…
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Peterborough Crowned UK’s Cheapest City for First-Time Buyers
Forget battling it out in the capital, first-time buyers looking for a bargain should set their sights on Peterborough. New research has revealed that this Cambridgeshire city offers the most affordable route onto the property ladder. While Peterborough might not be known for its good looks, it seems that what it lacks in charm, it…
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Watford House Prices Jump by £20,000 in a Month!
Good news for Watford homeowners! House prices in your area have seen the biggest jump in the East of England, with the average property value soaring by £20,000 in just one month! According to the latest Land Registry figures, the average house price in Watford climbed to £387,277 in May, a 2.3% increase from April.…
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Southend Property Prices Still Falling Despite April Bump
Good news for first-time buyers in Southend-on-Sea as house prices continue to fall, despite a small increase in April. Hold tight if you’re thinking of selling your house in Southend – prices dipped by 3.3% over the last year, despite a slight increase in April. The average price tag on a Southend property in April…
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Country Living is Winning the Property Race!
Move to the countryside? It might be the smartest move you can make right now. Forget the frantic city life – while urban house prices are taking a nosedive, the countryside is proving to be a more stable bet. New research from Yopa shows that the countryside is holding its own while city prices are…
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Rent Prices Fall in Some Cities, But It’s Not Everywhere… Yet
While the cost of renting has been rising for years, there are signs that is changing in some parts of the country. New data from Zoopla shows that rents actually fell in six major cities in the first three months of this year. Where did rents drop? These falls are modest, and the overall picture is still…
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Rent Rises Slow Down – Is Landlording Still Worth It?
Landlords are facing a double whammy! Rent increases are slowing down, and it’s making some wonder if being a landlord is still a good investment. The latest research shows that rent increases have slowed to their lowest level in 30 months. This means landlords are making less money than before, and it’s all thanks to a…
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Slowing Rent Hikes: What’s Ahead for UK Rental Market in 2024?
The UK rental market is poised for a significant shift in 2024. After years of rapidly climbing rents, a new report from Zoopla forecasts a slowdown to just 5% growth this year. This change is largely attributed to evolving demand and affordability concerns, rather than an increase in housing supply, which remains a crucial issue…