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Coming Price Hikes: What April 2025 Will Bring for UK Households We approach the 1st of April with many UK households ready for new price hikes. Many families face higher bills for energy, broadband, water, car tax, council tax, and stamp duty. These rises may add strain as many still work hard to recover from past hard times. Below is a clear guide on what to expect and some ideas that may help cut...

House Prices Flourish Amid Changing Stamp Duty Regulations Editor’s Note: The UK property market shows big shifts as it gets ready for changes in Stamp Duty. Prices grow and buyers and sellers act fast in a busy market. Mortgage Calculators: Navigating the Financial Landscape The market moves with change. Buyers and investors use mortgage calculators to check repayment amounts. These tools show extra...

Erdington Community Triumphs in Fight Against New HMOs Midlands News - Birmingham City Council Birmingham City Council blocked a plan to change a small three-bedroom family home on Mason Road into a five-bedroom HMO. The council acted on local feelings and worry over more HMOs. The area now has 180 HMOs—a high count in Birmingham. Community Response Many residents stood against the plan. Almost 400...

Super-Prime London Property Market Shows Resilience Amidst Economic Changes The super-prime market in London features homes worth over £10 million. It stays strong despite government changes and a shifting economy. Christie's International Real Estate (CIRE) finds that high-end real estate in London is busy. This activity stands apart from trends in other UK regions. Resilience Amidst Tax Reforms CIRE...

Ellen DeGeneres Sells Montecito Home for $5.2 Million Amid UK Relocation Ellen DeGeneres is a famous comedian and TV host. She sold one of her last Los Angeles homes for $5.2 million. The sale went through in just 10 days after it hit the market on March 10, 2024. The final price was more than $200,000 higher than the original price of $4.99 million. Ellen and her wife, Portia de Rossi, now live in the...

UK Property Market Update: March 2025 Sees Rising Prices Amid Stamp Duty Deadline The UK housing market starts strong this March. Trends pull in buyers and investors alike, especially those interested in HMOs. Stamp duty changes begin on April 1, and both sellers and buyers are in a race to secure good deals while watching their budgets closely. Mortgage Calculators: Understanding Your Finances Homebuyers...

Super-Prime London Property Market Shows Resilience Amid Changes in Tax Law London, UK – London’s super-prime property market stays strong under new tax law shifts. Experts at Christie’s International Real Estate (CIRE) now see steady trends. The market adapts well as rules change and views on tax grow. Unexpected Strength in High-End Property In a City AM interview, Mike Golden and Thad Wong shared...

Property Market Report: March 2025 - A Rise Amid Stamp Duty Changes The UK property market shows strong signs in March. Rightmove reports data that marks rising prices. Asking prices move up 1.1% and now reach £371,800. Agreed sales climb 9% compared to last year. Buyers act fast as stamp duty rules change. The market moves with clear speed. March Market Trends Mid-March data shows listings gain value....

Navigating the Property Market: Insights on Mortgage Trends and Stamp Duty Changes The property market grows, and many parts affect prices and how buyers act. New data shows asking prices are higher. Demand grows as buyers try to meet stamp duty rules starting 1 April. This article shows trends, mortgage rates, and tools for those who plan to buy, especially in HMO properties. Mortgage Calculators:...

Understanding House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) Regulations: What Tenants Need to Know Sharing a home with people who are not family puts you in a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO). If your landlord does not hold the proper licence, you may live in an unlicensed HMO. This error can bring financial issues for tenants and landlords. What Is a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO)? A House in Multiple...