UK property market faces pricing pressures amid weak demand
The UK property market is experiencing significant pricing pressures as geopolitical uncertainty and economic headwinds continue to dampen buyer activity, with agreed sale prices falling sharply in mid-to-upper market segments,…
Flat-house price gap reaches 30-year high in UK
The price differential between flats and houses has reached its widest point since records began 30 years ago, according to new data from property portal Zoopla. House prices have increased…
42% of landlords consider reducing portfolios, survey finds
More than two in five landlords are considering reducing their property portfolios despite rising rental yields and sustained tenant demand, according to research published by Aldermore. The lender’s survey found…
Paul Geddes appointed as Lomond chief executive
Paul Geddes, former chief executive of Evelyn Partners and Direct Line, has been appointed as the new chief executive of Lomond, one of Britain’s largest estate agency groups. Company profile…
UK residential auction supply rises as success rates dip
UK residential auction supply increased in May 2026, though success rates declined slightly as buyer demand failed to keep pace with the growing number of properties coming to market. Data…
£21m loan facility supports Cardiff office acquisition
FRP Real Estate Advisory has arranged a £21 million commercial acquisition loan facility with Shawbrook Bank to support the purchase of an office building in central Cardiff. The transaction enabled…
Paragon backs £13.3m Chester care home development
Paragon Development Finance has provided £13.3 million in development finance to North Bay Group for the construction of a 75-bed care home in Chester. The facility on Boundary Lane is…
Renting versus buying in prime London property market
High stamp duty rates are prompting wealthy buyers to reconsider renting rather than purchasing property in London’s prime market, according to industry analysis. Non-UK residents purchasing additional property in London…
Cleaning disputes dominate tenancy deposit claims
Cleaning-related issues accounted for 29.37% of all tenancy deposit disputes in 2025, marking the fifth consecutive year that cleaning has been the primary cause of disagreement between landlords and tenants,…
Vistry cuts house prices by up to 17% amid cash pressures
Major housebuilder Vistry has reduced prices on some properties by more than £100,000, with discounts reaching 17% as the company seeks to improve cash generation and reduce debt levels. Analysis…