Key changes in the housing market
November’s Budget may feel distant, but key changes are on the way for landlords, high-value homeowners and first-time buyers. From rising rental income tax to the end of the Lifetime ISA and a new high-value property surcharge, here’s what to be aware of in 2026
Keep your home safe this winter
Winter can bring unexpected damage, so check you have adequate home insurance. Be prepared for floods, freezing temperatures and high winds. Keep your boiler well maintained with an annual service and check your home for fire hazards.
Residential Property Market Review – January 2026
What’s the outlook for housing in 2026: prices predicted to rise, FTBs gain choice, regional growth varies.
Commercial Property Market Review – January 2026
Commercial property 2026: offices lead, AI drives data centres, retail rebounds, hotels set for stronger year.
House Prices – what to expect in 2026 and beyond
What does Savills’ latest five year forecast shows for UK house-price growth. Northern regions are set to outperform, while London lags. Buyers, movers and investors will each face very different market conditions in the years ahead.
FTBs looking to buy in cities
More first-time buyers are setting their sights on city living, with Dundee and Edinburgh seeing the biggest increase in buyer enquiries. London has lost some appeal due to high prices, showing that affordability remains a key factor in buyer decisions.
Autumn housing market outlook
The UK housing market moves into autumn with steady momentum. Buyers can expect to benefit from improved affordability and negotiating power due to a high volume of homes on the market. This is influencing how sellers approach pricing.
Demand for second homes falls: what does it mean for local buyers and sellers?
Some holiday homeowners are choosing to sell up due to changes in Council Tax rules. This means more properties on the market in coastal hotspots, offering buyers greater choice but also raising challenges for local communities.
Residential Property Review – September 2025
The UK housing market faces uncertainty ahead of the Autumn Budget, with potential tax changes impacting activity. Mortgage rates eased but could rise again. Sales fall-throughs remain high, while affordability continues to shape buyer hotspots across London.
In the News – Home Finance
Dressing rooms are trending and can add up to £40k in value to your property. Older homeowners hold 2.9trn in property wealth in the UK – around 37% of this wealth is in London and the South East. The house buying process is reported to be taking 41% longer than anticipated.
