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Could house prices fall by 5% in 2026?The Iran war is causing house prices to slide as higher mortgage rates hit buyer confidence. Some experts believe they could fall by as much as 5% in 2026.
By Sam Walker Published
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Is now a good time to sell a house?The latest Middle East conflict may dampen demand in the housing market, making it crucial for sellers to be realistic about asking prices to attract interest
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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The seaside towns where house prices are rising the most – and where they’re cheapestAsking price growth in certain seaside towns is outpacing the rest of Great Britain, suggesting demand for coastal homes remains resilient.
By Sam Walker Published
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Renters' Rights Act: The rules that landlords must follow by the end of May to avoid a £7,000 fineNew rights for renters took effect from 1 May and landlords need to act fast to avoid a fine for not keeping tenants informed.
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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Collapsed property sales costing thousands – how to avoid itMore than half of property sales fail, leaving buyers and sellers with a total average bill of £3,000. But there are ways to protect your home moving process.
By Laura Miller Published
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The best properties for sale in or near national parksProperties for sale around national parks – from an Arts & Crafts house overlooking a castle in Pembrokeshire to a Grade II-listed house in the Peak District.
By Natasha Langan Published
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How much stamp duty do you pay on buy-to-let properties?Stamp duty is an important cost to consider when buying property. We explain what rates landlords can expect to pay when purchasing a buy-to-let.
By Holly Thomas Last updated
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Mansion tax: How the government’s High Value Council Tax Surcharge will workWork is underway on a mansion tax for high value homes from April 2028. We reveal when you would need to pay the charge and how you could get an exemption.
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Will mortgage rates fall this year?Mortgage lenders are sending mixed messages to borrowers with a mixture of rate cuts and hikes as the conflict in the Middle East continues to rattle markets. Whether you're buying a home, remortgaging or you’re a buy-to-let landlord, we look at the outlook for 2026.
By Marc Shoffman Last updated

