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Autumn Budget

Agent confidence split as housing market braces for Autumn Budget impact

The latest agent sentiment survey from GetAgent.co.uk reveals that, while property market activity has remained resilient through 2025, confidence among agents is now divided as the industry awaits key housing announcements in the Autumn Budget.

The survey of estate agents, commissioned by GetAgent, found that whilst cautiously optimistic, there are increasing concerns about external...

Outdoor Kitchens

Outdoor Kitchens in the UK: Do They Really Increase Property Value?

Outdoor kitchens—once seen mainly in Mediterranean villas or American homes—have become one of the UK’s fastest-growing garden upgrades. As British homeowners increasingly invest in making their gardens functional year-round, outdoor cooking and entertaining spaces are transforming from luxury novelties into mainstream features.

But do outdoor kitchens actually add value to a UK...

Christmas

Remortgagers could cover Christmas with savings from lower mortgage rates

The latest research by award-winning mortgage adviser, Alexander Hall, has revealed that those currently approaching the end of their fixed-term mortgage could be in for an early Christmas present, as recent improvements in the mortgage market mean the savings available to them could more than pay for the increased cost of the next three Christmases.

Alexander Hall analysed the...

Buoyant property market

UK property market defies negativity as 2025 transactions forecast to climb 8.5%

The latest market analysis by GetAgent.co.uk suggests that the doom and gloom headlines surrounding the property market are misplaced, as not only has the market stood firm where property values are concerned, but transactions are forecast to increase by 8.4% across the UK market in 2025 when compared to last year, signalling the strongest year for property purchases since 2022.

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Tik Tok

Young landlords turning to TikTok for buy-to-let advice, specialists warn

Millennial and Gen Z landlords now make up 60% [1] of new buy-to-let investors in England and Wales. However, new analysis from Just Landlords reveals that many may be relying on social media for investment guidance, sparking concerns that they could be missing out on professional advice and vital legal know-how.

There are currently over 516,000 posts under #PropertyInvestment on...

Park Homes

This property type is setting a new standard

A new generation of park homes is redefining what affordable living means in Britain. Fresh analysis from Regency Living shows that modern park homes are not only a lower-cost alternative to traditional housing but are built to a higher energy standard that guarantees lasting savings on heating and power.

According to Regency Living , one of the UK's leading Park Home specialists,...

Homes near armed forces

Britain's most desirable military towns where homes command premiums as high as 51%

The latest research from eXp UK has revealed that homes located close to some of Britain's most prominent military towns command a price premium of up to 51% when compared to property values across their wider local authority areas.

eXp UK analysed property values across 12 postcode districts home to major Army, Navy and RAF locations, comparing the average sold price in each area to...

AI Estate Agents

AI meets instinct: Why the human relationship still defines real estate lending

AI is now a core driver of transformation in financial services, reshaping the foundations of real estate lending. Over 85% of UK lenders now deploy AI tools to streamline operations and improve decision-making, according to AllAboutAI.com. For a sector long criticised for rigid risk models and slow processes, this is transformative. Yet, in the alternative lending sector, which has grown to...

Energy Systems

A new era for the clean energy transition: Aira launches fully integrated home energy system

Significantly cutting monthly energy bills by over 90%, Aira’s new integrated system empowers people to take control of their energy creation, usage and storage
  • Aira launches new Power range – Aira Power Hub and Aira Power Store – to complete the full Aira Home Energy System
  • The system, seamlessly integrated through Aira Intelligence, makes clean energy simpler, smarter and
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Schoolkids opening

Local schoolchildren open new show home at Zephyr Place, Devizes

Earlier this month, award-winning, independent housebuilder Redcliffe Homes welcomed pupils from The Trinity CE Primary Academy to officially open its new show home at Zephyr Place in Devizes.

Six pupils from the school helped cut the ribbon before touring The Banbury show home, a four-bedroom detached property designed for modern family living. The visit marked an important...

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