Tag: Rightmove
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House Prices Climb as Buyers Shake Off Summer Slump
Good news for sellers as asking prices see biggest jump in years, but experts warn the ‘cost-of-living’ Budget could cool things down. The average price tag on a home has jumped by almost £3,000 this month, according to the latest figures from property website Rightmove. This 0.8% rise, pushing the average asking price to £370,759,…
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Will New Renters’ Rights Bill Drive Landlords Out of the Market?
The new Renters’ Rights Bill could be a game-changer – and not in a good way. This bill, which aims to shake up the buy-to-let market, goes further than many expected and could send shivers down a landlord’s spine. More Than Just a Ticking Box The bill isn’t just a rehash of the Conservative government’s…
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Capital Gains Tax Fears Spark Rush to Sell Large Homes
Worried homeowners are rushing to sell their larger properties, fuelled by speculation that a Capital Gains Tax (CGT) bombshell could be dropped in the upcoming October budget. Rightmove, the UK’s leading property website, has reported a massive surge in the number of bigger homes hitting the market. In the week ending September 9th, listings for…
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Eco-Friendly Homes Now Worth Thousands More
Want to boost your home’s value by £56,000? Forget fancy kitchens, it’s all about going green according to new research! Forget avocado bathroom suites, Brits are ditching their old ideas of a dream home and embracing eco-friendly living. A huge 81% now believe green gadgets like heat pumps and solar panels are essential, not just…
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Mortgage Rates Plummet – Five-Year Fixes at Lowest Since Mini-Budget Chaos
Average mortgage rates have dropped significantly since last year, with five-year fixes hitting a low not seen since before the disastrous mini-budget. Rightmove’s latest data reveals some incredibly attractive deals for those looking to buy a home. The most significant savings are on five-year fixed-rate mortgages at a 60% loan-to-value (LTV). This means if you…
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Americans are Snapping Up London Homes!
American buyers are leading the charge for luxury London property, with almost half of all homes sold for over £12 million last year going to US buyers, according to new research. UK Sotheby’s International Realty revealed that a diverse group of American buyers, from tech millionaires to families, are behind the surge in interest. These…
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Manchester on a Budget: Top 6 Places for First Time Buyers
Manchester’s calling first-time buyers! This buzzing city has it all, but house prices can be scary. Fear not, though – there are still affordable gems to be found. Manchester Evening News teamed up with the experts at Bridgfords estate agents to reveal the hottest spots for first-time buyers right now. Manchester’s been getting a serious…
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Head to Wolverhampton for Your Dream Renovation!
New research has revealed that Wolverhampton is the top spot in the UK for your next renovation project. So, if you’re handy with a hammer and fancy bagging a bargain, this could be the news you’ve been waiting for! The study, conducted by flooring experts Mr Sander, looked at a range of factors to determine…
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Home Buyer Demand Surges – This Week’s Best Mortgage Rates
Good news for sellers as mortgage rate cuts spark a buying frenzy! The property market is heating up! Thanks to recent mortgage rate cuts, more and more people are clamouring to buy homes. Rightmove, the property website, has revealed that since August 1st, there’s been a 19% increase in the number of people contacting estate…
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Yorkshire House Prices Defy National Trend with August Rise After Interest Rate Cut
While house prices across the UK have dipped, Yorkshire and the Humber are seeing a different story with asking prices actually going UP! Rightmove’s latest data shows that the recent Bank of England interest rate cut has given the housing market a much-needed summer boost. Across the UK, buyer demand has surged by 19% since…