UK Inflation Spike Challenges Rate Cut Expectations

UK Inflation Spike Challenges Rate Cut Expectations

By Stuart Williamson, Chief Executive Officer   The UK’s inflation rate unexpectedly rose to 3.5% in April 2025, up from 3.2% in March, marking a 15-month high. Are hopes for a reduction in interest rates dashed – or could there be more to the story? Let’s find...
When Will the UK Property Market Pick Up?

When Will the UK Property Market Pick Up?

By Stuart Williamson, Chief Executive Officer | 19th May 2025   After a period of uncertainty, the market appears to be shifting. With inflation easing, mortgage rates adjusting, and rental yields rising in key regions, there are certainly indicators that house...
Is Now the Right Time to Fix your Mortgage?

Is Now the Right Time to Fix your Mortgage?

By Stuart Williamson, Chief Executive Officer | 12 May 2025    With the Bank of England recently reducing the base rate by 25 basis points to 4.25 percent, property investors across the UK are asking the same question: Is now the time to fix my mortgage, or...
Renting vs. Buying a Home: Is There a New Normal in the UK?

Renting vs. Buying a Home: Is There a New Normal in the UK?

By Stuart Williamson, Chief Executive | 2 May 2025   For the first time in two years, the cost of renting and buying a home in the UK is now the same. This shift has sparked a lot of conversation among potential buyers and renters alike. Could this be the new...
UK Mortgage Changes: Opportunities or Risks Ahead?

UK Mortgage Changes: Opportunities or Risks Ahead?

Stuart Williamson, Chief Executive Officer | 2 May 2025   If you’re looking to buy a house in the future, take note – the UK mortgage market is undergoing major changes. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) have signaled a major shift in how lenders assess...