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Average homeowner could save £1,000 a year under council tax shake up, but London and South East to pay more

The latest research by Yopa has revealed that the average household across England could be set to save £1,000 per year should the government decide to scrap stamp duty and replace current council tax with an annual homeowners tax.

Yopa analysed* the current average annual council tax bill across every local authority in England, then modelled what an annual homeowner tax could look like using...

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AML fines issued to estate agents on the up

The latest industry analysis by Credas Technologies , the leading identity verification checks provider, has shown that the average Anti-Money Laundering (AML) fine issued to the estate agency sector for non-compliance has started to climb, reversing the previous downward trend seen throughout the pandemic.

The latest data for Q1 of the 2022-23 financial year shows that, the average...

London, Bucks and Brighton have the most estate agents

The latest data release by estate agent comparison site, GetAgent.co.uk , has revealed that when it comes to the highest intensity of estate agents battling it out within the same postcode, it’s the capital that is by far home to the most competitive market, whilst outside of London Buckinghamshire and Brighton rank top.

GetAgent’s internal data tracks the number of agent branches...

New podcast answers the burning questions for first time buyers

Buying a new home in 2023?

Questions on mortgages, conveyancing, or credit ratings answered in new home buying podcast series

In an increasingly challenging home buying market, people searching for their dream property can now access guidance from mortgage brokers, conveyancers, and house sales advisors in a newly launched podcast series hosted by Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes...

Tips for saving money on student housing

One of the best ways to save money on student housing is to look for options for off-campus accommodations . Many universities have a variety of apartments and houses for rent that are within a short distance of the school. These properties are often less expensive than on-campus housing and provide more space and privacy. Additionally, many off-campus housing options are available to rent by...

Rose Cottage tick all 'dream home' boxes

Rose Cottage ticks all ‘dream home’ boxes

A traditional period thatched cottage is a dream home for many. Add to that five bedrooms, 3-4 reception rooms, a detached garage and a barn for conversion on a large plot with countryside views in a Devon village and what have you got? The answer is Rose Cottage – a dream home indeed.

Rendells Estate Agents in Chagford is thrilled...

Fourth steppers face the toughest task when climbing the property ladder

The latest research by estate agent comparison site, GetAgent.co.uk , has revealed that while the nation’s first-time buyers face a monumental task when it comes to getting that first foot on the ladder, it’s those taking their fourth and final step up the ladder that face the biggest jump when it comes to the cost of their onward purchase.

GetAgent analysed the current cost of...

Houses are out-earning humans across half of the UK

Research by property developer, Stripe Property Group, reveals that in 2022, homes out-earned humans across half of all UK regions as annual house price growth eclipsed the average wage.

The latest figures from the Land Registry show that annually the average UK house price increased by £33,089 last year, up from £263,333...

Football clubs seek alternative fundraising avenues as COVID strips up to £100m from 2021 match day revenues

With UK football clubs increasingly seeking alternative fundraising routes such as bonds to increase their financial clout and make long-term sustained success more achievable, Alliance Fund has announced that it’s set to launch a dedicated sports investment fund to sit alongside their existing real estate-focussed offering.

Football is big business. It is the world’s most popular...

High-earners take days to pay average UK wage in tax

High earners pay UK salary equivalent in tax in just days

The latest research by finance experts, RIFT Tax Refunds, has revealed that the nation’s high earners will have paid more in tax by the end of this month than the average person earns in a year, with the very highest doing so in the space of a day.

RIFT Tax Refunds analysed the average annual gross salary of five high...

Here’s how a room with a view could stop you from selling

Research by London lettings and estate agent, Benham and Reeves, has highlighted how many sellers may find themselves unable to secure a buyer in 2023, should their home have a balcony that has been constructed with combustible materials such as timber.

Following the Grenfell tragedy, any leaseholder looking to buy, sell or remortgage an apartment in a multi-storey, multi-occupant...

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