Tax & Other Financial

Data revealed on Wednesday that UK house prices declined in December, although the pace of decline notably slowed. According to provisional estimates from the ONS, house prices dropped by 1.4% at the end of 2023, compared to a revised 2.3% decline in November. On a...

Heather Powell of Blick Rothenberg is urging the government to introduce tax incentives for buy-to-let landlords to enhance the energy efficiency of their rental properties. She emphasizes the importance of this move as higher energy efficiency standards are set to be...

Writing in the Telegraph Kallum Pickering, a senior economist, opines that 'It is now even more evident why the panic over a property market crash was overblown' The article can be read here (subscription may be necessary) and says that the prevailing view among...

Anthony Codling of RBC Capital Markets provides an optimistic view of the current housing market for investors, highlighting the resilience of the market despite challenges. Here's a summary of his perspective: Overview of Housing Transactions: Housing transactions...

The latest Halifax Price Index has reported a continued rise in average house prices, with January marking the fourth consecutive month of growth. Here are the key points from their recent findings: Monthly and Annual Growth: Average house prices rose by 1.3% in...

Your Overseas Home has highlighted the most popular regions in Europe for prospective expats and holiday home owners, showcasing the diverse attractions each destination offers: Cyprus - Paphos: Known for its historical significance, Paphos attracts buyers with its...

According to latest Bridging Trends data, contributors transacted £831 million of bridging loans in 2023, making it the highest recorded annual gross lending figure since Bridging Trends launched in 2015.  Key Points for 2023: Annual contributor gross lending up 16%...

 A report Zoopla provides valuable insights into the dynamics of the UK housing market, particularly in 2023 and the projections for 2024. Here's a breakdown of the key points: Overall Market Trends: Zoopla predicts a 2% average house price drop for the year, with...