Shape the Future of its Property Market Smaller household sizes are one of the reasons the SE16 (and the UK) property market and house prices will continue to hold up well in the medium to long term. British households for the last 100 years have been getting smaller, and this trend will drive demand for… Continue reading Why SE16’s Shrinking Households Could
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The SE16 Baby Boomer Housing Paradox:
Wealth in Property, But Nowhere to Go For decades, baby boomers in the UK have been the quiet beneficiaries of a housing market that has worked in their favour. Rising property prices and a growing housing shortage have pushed home values sky-high, giving this generation substantial equity in their homes. However, as more and more… Continue reading The SE16 Baby Boomer Housing Paradox:
SE16’s Ageing Population Turning to Rentals: What it Means for Landlords.
Recent figures from the Office for National Statistics reveal that across the UK, 486,795 households are occupied by individuals aged 65 (and over) who live in a private rental sector home. This represents 6.71% of all OAP’s that are now renting privately. Ten years ago, only 267,704 households were occupied by individuals aged 65 (and… Continue reading SE16’s Ageing Population Turning to Rentals: What it Means for Landlords.
SE16 Properties Selling in 77 Days
Are you an SE16 homeowner or landlord? Are you thinking of selling your home or property in early 2025? Then, in this article, let me show you how long it will take, on average, to find a buyer for your SE16 home and how long solicitors will take to get you moved. Independent research from… Continue reading SE16 Properties Selling in 77 Days
SE16 Buy-to-Let is Dead
Long Live the SE16 Buy-to-Let Landlord Future legislation and the recent Budget have stirred considerable anxiety among landlords. The Chancellor’s decision to increase the additional Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) from 3% to 5% for landlords purchasing additional properties initially suggested a grim outlook for the buy-to-let sector. This move, coupled with the introduction of… Continue reading SE16 Buy-to-Let is Dead
The Hidden Trap of Overpricing Your Home in SE16’s Property Market
In an age of sensational headlines, the UK property market—particularly in SE16—often finds itself misinterpreted. While we cannot ignore the challenges of higher mortgage rates and shifting buyer preferences, it is vital to appreciate the broader context to understand what’s happening in the SE16 property landscape. The UK housing market is currently at a junction,… Continue reading The Hidden Trap of Overpricing Your Home in SE16’s Property Market
SE16 October ’24 Property Market:
SE16 October ’24 Property Market: A Comprehensive Overview for Buyers and Sellers Are you a homeowner in SE16? Perhaps you’re planning to move/sell/buy within the next six to twelve months, or maybe you’re on the lookout for your next dream home and have no timescales. Whether you’re buying or selling, having a clear understanding of the… Continue reading SE16 October ’24 Property Market:
The Hard Truth About SE16’s Young:
Where Do They Live and What Does the Future Hold? It’s no secret that the younger generation in SE16 is finding it tough to get onto the property ladder. With the rising cost of living, stagnating wages, and stricter mortgage criteria, it’s no surprise that fewer under-34s are becoming homeowners. But just how grim is… Continue reading The Hard Truth About SE16’s Young:
4,725 SE16 Homeowners Fallen Foul of Estate Agents ‘Overvaluing’ in Last 5 Years
If you’ve ever considered selling your SE16 home, you may have felt the temptation to list it at a higher price, hoping for a bigger payday. After all, who wouldn’t want to maximise the return on their largest tax-free investment? However, this approach has a downside that many SE16 homeowners – and even some estate… Continue reading 4,725 SE16 Homeowners Fallen Foul of Estate Agents ‘Overvaluing’ in Last 5 Years
The Resurgence of the SE16 Terraced House
Or Has it Ever Been Out of Fashion? The terraced house, once considered a relic of the past, is making a notable comeback. But one might wonder – did it ever truly go out of fashion? The simple, unassuming two-up two-down, a hallmark of Victorian red brick Britain, is now being rediscovered by modern SE16… Continue reading The Resurgence of the SE16 Terraced House
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