Many fear rent hikes thanks to 2% Autumn Budget tax
Nearly nine in 10 Brits fear the Chancellor’s decision to increase tax on landlords will lead to higher rents, research by property lender Together shows. Rachel Reeves hit landlords with…
London the cheapest city for outdoor upgrades
London is the cheapest city in the UK for outdoor home improvements in 2026, based on gross disposable income, a study from global construction firm BOLEO has found. Londoners spend…
East Sussex development launches from Bellway
Work has started on a Bexhill-on-Sea development that will deliver 89 new homes. Bellway Southern Counties is developing 58 private properties, 27 affordable homes and four self-build plots. The ‘Highwoods…
Southend rogue landlords fined for failing to make repairs
Southend-on-Sea Council has prosecuted two landlords, both of which failed to act on formal repair notices. The first case involved Habibur Rahman, whose property had widespread damp and mould, fall…
Garage conversions grow in popularity
A rising number of people are looking to transform their garages into functional living spaces, according to garage conversion firm Pro Assist Property Services. The firm suggested people are opting…
Webinar on Renters’ Rights Act and Budget taking place
A special briefing on the Renters’ Rights Act is being held on Monday May 1 online by an agent and chartered accountant in Oxfordshire. Brendan Kay, managing director of estate…
County Durham development unveiled – PropertyWire
Plans for a new housing development that will deliver 79 homes in Pelton while increasing biodiversity by at least 10% have been approved by councillors. Housebuilder Bellway is set to…
Brits consider fleeing to Dubai in wake of Autumn Budget
Brits are increasingly dreaming of leaving for Dubai after the Autumn Budget 2025, indicating that some are thinking of leaving the UK in response to the new tax landscape. Research…
House prices fall for the first time in 18 months across southern England
Property prices in London and the South recorded their first fall in 18 months, driven by Budget uncertainty and more homes for sale. House prices have fallen across London (-0.1%),…
Post-Budget bounce in property activity
Property consultancy Knight Frank has experienced a surge in sales activity after the Autumn Budget took place. The firm is observing renewed confidence among some buyers who had previously adopted…