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Nationwide: UK house price growth slides after stamp duty rush – is now a good time to buy a property?
The housing market is counting the cost of stamp duty changes in April
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What’s happening with UK house prices? Latest property market moves explained
House prices rose ahead of March's stamp duty deadline, but higher purchase costs and trade tariffs could dampen buyer demand going forward. Will house prices rise or fall in 2025?
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Equity release jumps 32% amid growing inheritance tax concerns
Homeowners have unlocked millions of pounds in housing wealth so far in 2025. Could it help reduce inheritance tax liabilities?
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Property wealth in hands of over 60s hits record level
Over 60s property owners are estimated to be sitting on a record £2.89 trillion of net housing wealth, according to the latest data from property firm Savills, and they are showing little signs of wanting to downsize
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Is UK prime property making a comeback as a safe haven asset?
Cheap prime central London property is attracting overseas buyers, helping it regain its safe haven status
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Equity release vs downsizing house – which is best?
Downsizing and equity release are both popular ways to unlock the capital in your home. We weigh up the pros and cons of each.
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What sole traders and landlords need to know about Making Tax Digital with one year to go
Sole traders and landlords will have to start reporting their earnings digitally on a quarterly basis to HMRC from April 2026 – here is what you need to know
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Will mortgage rates fall this year?
Mortgage rates are tumbling, with a range of sub-4% deals now on offer. Whether you're buying a home, remortgaging or a buy-to-let landlord, we look at the outlook for mortgage rates this year
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Can you use your property to avoid inheritance tax? What you need to consider
Your property is likely to be your highest value asset which is why more homeowners may look to the capital locked up in their bricks and mortar to help them avoid inheritance tax (IHT)
