Tax Hikes Drive Sharp Drop in Second Home Demand

Nikka Sulton 

An estate agent operating in one of the UK’s most popular tourist hotspots has reported a dramatic decline in demand for second homes. Bradley Start, who works for

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Surge in Tenant Disputes Over Rent Hikes

Nikka Sulton 

Generation Rent has reported a significant surge in tenant disputes over rent increases, with claims that the number of cases has risen eightfold. The organisation has pointed to

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LLMs Drive Traffic, But What About Engagement?

Nikka Sulton 

AI-driven referrals are rapidly increasing, yet shifts in user behaviour are reshaping how traffic is directed to websites and influencing brand visibility. As large language models (LLMs) like

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More Landlords Plan to Sell

Nikka Sulton 

A recent survey by Landbay, which typically reflects landlord confidence, has revealed a notable shift in sentiment, with an increasing number of landlords planning to sell parts of

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House Prices Up £10k as Buyers Rush Before Stamp Duty Hike

Nikka Sulton 

House prices have increased by £10,174 over the past year, with the typical home gaining more than £3,000 in value in 2025, according to the latest figures from

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BoE: Mortgage Approvals Fall as Rates Rise

Nikka Sulton 

Here is a more expanded version of your content, with additional context and detail: Net residential mortgage approvals saw a decline of 600 in February, bringing the total

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Halifax Intermediaries Revises Mortgage Rates and Terms

Nikka Sulton 

Starting tomorrow, Tuesday 1st April, Halifax Intermediaries will roll out several updates to its mortgage product range. These changes will affect a wide range of borrowers, including homemovers,

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Buyers’ Market Emerges Amid Surge in Property Listings

Nikka Sulton 

The latest data from Zoopla reveals that the property market is becoming increasingly flooded with listings. This surge in supply is providing buyers with significantly more options than

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EPC Refurbs Push Landlords to Bridging Loans

Nikka Sulton 

Refurbishments and energy efficiency upgrades aimed at improving rental property EPC ratings are expected to fuel the demand for bridging loans this year. This projection comes from Octane

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UK House Prices Surge with £15k Rise in One Area

Nikka Sulton 

UK house prices maintained their upward trend in January 2025, with every region across the country experiencing growth in property values. The North East of England saw the

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