UK housing market update – key insights from Propertymark
New data reveals a mixed picture for agents
NEWS ARCHIVES
UK asking prices slide again as market uncertainty persists
Uncertainty linked to speculation around potential property tax rises in November’s Budget contributed to more subdued market activity and weaker pricing
First-time buyers borrow £82.8bn in record-breaking year
The balance between mortgage and deposit is slowly shifting for first-time buyers
Keller Williams UK opens MegaCamp 2026 to all estate agents
The two-day event will take place in London
Federation of Independent Agents joins forces with marketing specialist
New partnership seeks to provide members with additional options to support their marketing activity
What is currently happening in the UK property market?
Post budget, the UK Property Market is ticking along quite nicely; Rents 6.5% down in one month
Comings & Goings
Snippets of industry news: Lomond appoints new COO; Spicerhaart hires new performance director; Joe Sarling joins Colliers’ Residential and Living team
Ambitious estate agency accelerates expansion with latest acquisition
Fast-growing agency expands network to 13 branches
Landlords say government’s energy efficiency plans will break the bank
Government urged to engage with the sector to develop a clear plan to help landlords invest in energy efficiency works