Measured Momentum

This week’s top news items in property – and why they matter.

Housing Market Growth Reinforces Strong Investment Potential. The UK housing market has expanded by £379 billion, reflecting a 6.3% increase in 2024. This growth underlines the resilience of property investment – with rising demand supporting stable yields. Those invested in the market should continue to monitor regional opportunities and remain diversified to capitalise on market trends.

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Policy Uncertainty Continues to Challenge Owners. A record number of property owner/managers are incorporating buy-to-let properties into limited companies – reflecting the harmful effects of not being able to claim mortgage interest as an expense outside of a Ltd company. With regulatory changes impacting profitability, reviewing financial structures with tax advisers to optimise efficiency and ensure long-term sustainability in the evolving market has never been more important.

UTILITY OF THE WEEK: Floor Plan Creator (Google Play). Today’s Utility of the Week comes in the form of a handy little app to quickly create floorplans. We’ve heard good things (although not used personally). But if you are needing to make floorplans yourself in a hurry to market a property – or just want to measure up your house without getting out lasers or a measuring tape – this could be your thing. Use only your phone to make some pretty accurate floorplans – pretty useful!

Buy-to-Let Investors Benefit from Mortgage Rate Reductions. Another major lender has reduced buy-to-let mortgage rates across the board, offering a chance to lower borrowing costs. Those with existing financing may want to explore refinancing options, while others may find this an opportune time to enter the market with improved affordability.

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Rising Rents Keep Rental Market Strong. Continued rent growth is being maintained by strong tenant demand – particularly among younger generations who are renting for longer whilst building their careers. Those who offer well-maintained properties at competitive rates can ensure steady occupancy – reinforcing the attractiveness of rental investments.

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Long-Term Outlook for Property Investment Remains Positive. Despite policy challenges, the fundamentals of property investment remain robust. Growing demand, stable rental yields and financial incentives such as lower mortgage rates are strengthening a recently challenged foundation for those in the property sector. Stay informed and adapt to market shifts in order to ensure your success.

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