When you're planning to buy a new house, you might wonder why some are way more expensive than others. Despite having a similar appearance and size, some properties are still pricier. While it doesn't mean they're perfect for you, it pays to know how properties get their price tag.
Law of supply and demand
It’s basic economics. When there’s more demand for the property in the area,...
The answer to that question could well be yes, according to the latest research by estate agent comparison site, GetAgent.co.uk , who found that house prices in 92 areas of Britain have climbed by more than the average net annual salary in the last year.
With a property market boom in full swing, GetAgent analysed the latest house price data from the Land Registry and found that...
The latest research, by new build experts, BuildScan , has found that homebuyer demand for new build homes has climbed 9% in the last year, with coastal towns in the south of England and Wales leading the charge.
BuildScan’s New Build Homebuyer Index analyses the appetite for new build homes across 22 major cities in Britain, as well as the market as a whole. The index looks at...
Research by lettings and estate agent, Benham and Reeves , has highlighted the varied levels of stamp duty payable by both domestic and foreign buyers across the capital.
With the stamp duty holiday still in full swing, those completing on a transaction within the capital are still due to save a considerable sum, regardless of whether they are UK nationals or purchasing their first...
Research by Astons , the international experts on real estate, residency and citizenship through investment, has revealed that a number of prime central London postcodes are seeing homes sell at a considerable discount of up to -20% per square foot.
Astons analysed the average asking price of property in London’s most prestigious postcodes and how it compares to the price at which...
Homes on St George’s Day streets could offer patriotic homebuyers a more affordable leg up onto the property ladder. That’s according to research by the estate agent comparison site, GetAgent.co.uk , which shows that on average they’re home to houses that sell for -6% cheaper than the national average.
The research looked at the average property sold price on street names associated...
A significant proportion of new builds that changed hands in the past year were detached homes, reflecting how demand has shifted across the new build sector in the past 12 months.
The research, by new build snagging and defect management experts, BuildScan , found that 40% of new build transactions between March 2020 and February 2021 were for detached homes.
Research by estate and lettings agent, Barrows and Forrester , has revealed that while just 17% of local authorities across England have seen property transactions exceed pre-Covid conditions, the top 10 biggest market revivals have been around national parks and areas of outstanding natural beauty.
