Tag: GetAgent
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Slight Property Slowdown but House Hunters Still Keen
Even though interest rates are still relatively high, there are more homes being snapped up compared to last year. That’s according to the latest figures from property experts GetAgent. They say 43.9% of homes for sale in England have already been snapped up – that’s 2.6% more than this time last year. Where is the…
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Could the October Budget Trigger House Price Rise?
Could the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget be the magic bullet that gets the UK property market moving again? A new report suggests house-hunters are waiting to see what Labour announces before making an offer on a property. Traditionally, Budgets have given the property market a shot in the arm. Estate agent comparison site GetAgent.co.uk found the…
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Brits Ready to Move House After Election Shake-Up
Thousands of homeowners across the UK are feeling confident about moving home following the recent general election. A new poll has revealed that a wave of optimism has swept the property market, with many Brits feeling ready for a fresh start. The survey, conducted by Opinium, asked 2,000 homeowners about their post-election plans and discovered…
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First-Time Buyers Could Get “First Dibs” On New Homes Over Landlords
New Labour plans could see first-time buyers getting the chance to buy new-build homes ahead of buy-to-let landlords. A new survey by GetAgent.co.uk has revealed that over half of estate agents (56%) support giving first-time buyers “first dibs” on new homes. This policy – previously suggested by Boris Johnson in 2019 – could give those…
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First-Time Buyer Stamp Duty Cut Could Leave Homebuyers with Fewer Properties to Choose From
First-time buyers could be in for a shock as the number of properties they can buy stamp duty free could plummet by 20% in 2025. The warning comes as estate agents predict a squeeze on the number of affordable homes available if the current stamp duty holiday is scrapped. Currently, first-time buyers pay no stamp…
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House Hunters Are Back! Demand Jumps as Buyers Sniff Out Bargains
Good news for anyone thinking of selling their home – buyer demand is bouncing back! After a tough year for the property market, new figures show that more and more people are looking to buy, with demand seeing its biggest jump since 2021. Demand Climbs Across England The latest data from property experts GetAgent reveals…
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Estate Agents Hope for Interest Rate Cut – Summer Hopes for a Housing Market Boost
With buyers on the sidelines and transactions at a standstill, estate agents are eagerly awaiting a summer interest rate cut to breathe life back into the property market. While the IMF has recommended a cut to 3.5% by the end of next year, many agents are hoping for a more immediate solution – a rate…
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Quick Sales – The UK Cities Where Homes Sell Fastest
Recent analysis has revealed a striking disparity in how quickly homes are selling across different regions of England. According to data released by GetAgent, a comparison site for estate agents, only 14% of properties listed for sale in the last 30 days have found buyers nationwide. However, this figure significantly increases in certain urban areas,…
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Bargain Beachfronts – Discover the UK’s Cheapest Seaside Town for Property
For many, the dream of seaside living with beach strolls and sunset swims seems just out of reach due to high property prices. However, new research from property experts GetAgent has revealed a hidden gem in the UK that combines coastal charm with affordability. According to this recent study, Saltcoats in North Ayrshire has emerged…
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Is Your House Priced Right? The Real Cost of Over-Valuing Homes
With a slowing housing market, sellers are being urged to set realistic asking prices to attract buyers. However, the practice of estate agents over-valuing properties to secure business from sellers, known as ‘gaining instructions’, is creating issues for everyone involved. Recent findings from GetAgent.co.uk, an estate agent comparison website, highlight the negative impact of this…