Millions of UK homes may be less secure than first thought, as new data reveals that more than 10 per cent of Brits still have a key to their previous property.
According to MyBuilder.com , the reliable way to hire tradespeople, 13 per cent of UK residents still have a key to their previous property. Concerningly, the figures among Brits in the 18-34 age category, at 23 per cent....
The latest research from Yopa has found that, six years on from the first Covid lockdown (23rd March 2020), the average UK house price remains 1.7% above the peak reached during the pandemic property market boom, despite the more subdued market conditions seen since.
Yopa analysed* average house price data at three key points in time - January 2020 prior to Covid arriving in the UK,...
Spring is in the air and the property market is heating up. And the latest research from Benham and Reeves suggests London buyers hoping to enjoy the warmer months in their own garden have a decent chance of fulfilling their aspirations, as almost 60% of homes currently listed for sale across the capital offer private outdoor space.
Mortgage lending now underpins 30% of England's housing stock, rising to as high as 42% in the country's most mortgage-reliant locations. At the same time, many areas of the market have seen a notable increase in the number of homes owned with a mortgage over the last three years, highlighting the continued strength and resilience of the lending sector.
Leading proptech firm Coadjute has today announced a major strategic shift towards full-service anti-money laundering (AML) compliance, positioning the fight against financial crime at the heart of its future growth. As part of this renewed focus, the company has appointed one of the UK's most recognisable and trusted property broadcasters, Phil Spencer, as an ambassador.
New instructions for auction catalogues have risen steadily in recent months, reflecting a clear shift in seller behaviour. In a market where confidence can fluctuate, more vendors are prioritising certainty and a defined timeline over open-ended negotiations.
There is still a perception that auction properties are unmortgageable or in need of major renovation, perhaps due to issues...
Research from Alto , the UK's most popular and fastest growing estate and lettings CRM, reveals a growing split within the UK agency market over the competitive threat posed by DIY property platforms such as OpenRent and For-Sale-By-Owner (FSBO) services.
According to the research, more than a third of agents [34%] say DIY property platforms represent a competitive threat this year...
Food prices continue to rise, with the price of food rising by over a third over the last five years by July 2025. As a result, shopping for meals has become increasingly more expensive, meaning that many Brits are opting for cheaper sources of food.
According to brand new data from MyBuilder.com , the reliable way to hire tradespeople, 35 per cent of UK shoppers have considered...
The latest research by London lettings and estate agent, Benham and Reeves, has revealed a stark disparity in asking prices depending on how extensively a property is marketed, with homes listed using four photos or fewer priced almost £80,000 lower on average than those benefiting from five or more images.
Benham and Reeves analysed current for-sale listings across England,...
The government's renewed focus on energy efficiency in the private rented sector is set to place further strain on DIY landlords, according to a leading brokerage founder.
But Ian Macbeth, managing partner of Avocado Property believes this has created a significant commercial opportunity for professional letting agents.
This week, ministers outlined further detail around the...
