UK property market news
Keep up with the latest UK property market news here at Property Guides. We cover all the updates that matter if you’re looking to buy property in The United Kingdom, including legislation, market forecasts, and housing developments. You’ll also find handy tips and insights to help you on your buying journey.
Life in a British village, is it for you?
If you dream of moving to a British village, what are the practicalities? Covering everything from house prices to services to making friends, we’re heading to the countryside…Read more...
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Where to buy in the UK in 2021
The UK has many great cities, all with their own charm. It can be difficult to know where the best place is to invest in a property. Whether you’re looking to move back to the UK, buy a second home, or perhaps a holiday home, we’ve got you covered with our list of the five best places to buy property in the UK in 2021.Read more...
Viewing property in the UK: travel and quarantine update
What are the latest rules on travelling to the UK from overseas and quarantine? And can you buy property here when you do arrive? We checked through the latest quarantine procedures and the property buying rules for home buyers.Read more...
UK property open for business, but flights delayed
Many of us have had to put our plans to buy a home in the UK on hold for a few months. But for those of us who want to move before the Brexit transition period, who want to avoid the non-resident stamp duty from next April, or who just want to be here now, waiting until next year is not an option! So what can you do now?Read more...
Buying UK property during coronavirus
With estate agents working from home during coronavirus, you can still buy your dream home here, with the help of technology. We find out what your options are if you wish to buy a property in Britain or you are already well into the process. Find out, too, how the industry is adapting to the crisis and see how future purchasers can fix their exchange rate.Read more...
Getting a mortgage when you move back to the UK
If you’re moving back to the UK from abroad and are looking to buy a home, is it possible to get a mortgage still? And what rates might you expect? We spoke to Aaron Strutt of Trinity Financial Group to find out more.Read more...
What HS2 means for property buyers in the North
What effect will the biggest infrastructure project in Western Europe have on the UK property market? And should you be grabbing a piece of it? We investigate HS2, the £106 billion rail line that could transform Britain.Read more...
Protecting your UK holiday home for winter
With long nights and icy temperatures, winter holds additional risks for our homes. When they’re holiday homes that are left empty during void periods or treated a little carelessly by tenants, those risks multiply. You need to look carefully at your insurance policy! Even better, don’t get into a position where you need to suffer damage and make a claim in the first place. The UK Property Guide’s partner Intasure offer a few tips on keeping your holiday home in Britain safe this winter.Read more...
Can you get a UK buy-to-let mortgage from abroad?
If you’re looking to invest in UK rental property and wish to take advantage of historically low interest rates, what are your options for borrowing money as an expat still living outside the UK?Read more...
Is the door closing on British bargains?
The pound’s weakened state since June 2016 made British property at least 18% cheaper, while falling demand forced prices even lower. Is a likely Conservative victory mean the bonanza is about to end?Read more...
What’s happening in the British property market?
Apprehension over Brexit, compounded by the upcoming election have brought the UK housing market to a near standstill, according to recent data, which could make now an ideal time for some buyers to grab a bargain or move house.Read more...
