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Almost half of first-time buyers delaying purchase plans until after the Budget - But not because they want a SDLT cut

The latest research from eXp UK has revealed that almost half of first-time buyers (47%) have paused their homebuying plans until after the Autumn Budget, as uncertainty around potential tax and housing policy changes continues to weigh on buyer confidence.

However, it's not short-term tax tweaks they're waiting for. The survey of aspiring homeowners, commissioned by eXp UK, found that the...

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Kitchen Trade Expert Shares Five Benefits of Fully Assembled Units

The UK kitchen and bedroom fitting sector is currently facing a number of challenges. The UK Trade Skills Index 2023 report revealed that 937,000 new workers will be needed in the construction and trade industries by 2032 to meet the demands of the sector, impacted by the widening skills loss posed by Brexit, an ageing workforce and rising costs.

In 2024, the UK kitchen market saw...

Buying in Spain's a 'Breeze' with Taylor Wimpey España

With the Spanish summer sunshine still within grasping distance of recent memory, but increasingly grey skies here in the UK, it's easy to see why many families consider buying second homes in Spain at this time of year. Enjoying the outdoor lifestyle, with all the associated health benefits, is a great deal simpler when it's not pouring with rain.

Buying a property in Spain, though...

Your poorly performing train station could be costing you £33k on the value of your home

The latest research by eXp UK , the nation's leading self-employed estate agency platform, has revealed that there's a huge £33,000 house price gap between the average home within close proximity to the nation's best and worst performing train stations.

eXp UK analysed the top 20 best and worst train stations across the country based on cancellation rates*, looking at the average...

Park home demand spreads nationwide, as downsizers look for greater certainty and affordability

The latest Park Home Demand Index from over-50s property specialists, Regency Living , has revealed a continued uptick in demand for park homes across England, and particularly strong growth coming in some unexpected areas of the country in the third quarter of 2025.

Regency Living analysed current park home for sale stock across each county of England*, looking at which areas were...

Nearly half of homebuyers move to neighbourhoods they barely know - So how do you find the right home if you aren't familiar with the area?

New research from The Property DriveBuy reveals that nearly half of homebuyers are unfamiliar with their new neighbourhoods before moving in, with more than one in five admitting they visited the area fewer than three times before buying.

The Property DriveBuy surveyed over 1,000 recent UK homebuyers* and found that as many as one in five moved more than 50 miles from their original...

Estate agency sector set for growth in 2025, but rising competition continues to squeeze revenues

The latest analysis from GetAgent Exchange has found that 2025 is set to bring renewed growth for the UK estate agency sector, with both market size and the number of businesses expected to increase, before continuing on an upward trajectory into 2026.

GetAgent Exchange analysed the latest and historic data on the market size of the UK residential real estate agents sector, based on...

Biggest property put-offs could see homebuyers offer £40k less or more - From flying flags to aggressive dog breeds

The latest research from Springbok Properties has revealed the biggest property put-offs that could see buyers offer as much as £40,000 less, if not more, leaving many sellers struggling to achieve their asking price in the current market.

Springbok Properties surveyed over 1,000 UK homebuyers to uncover the biggest property put-offs that are likely to deter a buyer both when it...

Business commentary to Interest Rate

Melanie Pizzey, CEO and Founder of the Global Payroll Alliance, commented:

"The Bank of England's decision to hold rates offers stability, but it won't change the fact that the jobs market is slowing and pay growth is easing.

For employers, steady borrowing costs help with workforce planning, but caution on recruitment and wage rises is set to continue. For employees, that...

Five-Point Plan to Turbocharge Britain's House Building Programme

BRITAIN'S housing market is being hampered by a cycle of delay and undersupply, a leading property expert has warned.

Mish Liyanage , the founder of the Mistoria Group, said solving the issue is a "national mission that requires bold action.

Mr Liyanage has also outlined five steps he believes could help deal with the problem.

He said: "Britain's housing crisis is no longer...

What to Do When Your Home Repairs Keep Being Delayed

For many tenants, reporting a problem in their home is just the start of a long and frustrating process. While landlords are legally obliged to keep their properties safe and in good condition, it is not uncommon for repairs to be delayed, ignored, or only partially completed. What begins as a minor inconvenience – a leaking tap or a broken window – can quickly escalate into a serious issue...

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