Property and mortgages

From housing affordability and property investment to commercial real estate and sustainability, our UK property market specialists provide the context and guidance needed to help you make informed decisions with confidence.
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Find helpful, expert insights and commentary on property, mortgages, and market trends

17 February 2026

Outlook for UK house prices in 2026

The interest rate cutting cycle has slowed and the UK economy is sickly. What does that mean for the UK housing market?

Outlook for UK house prices in 2026
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17 November 2025

Renters' Rights Act 2025: Strategic implications for property investors and landlords

The Renters’ Rights Bill is now the Renters’ Rights Act. Following months of debate in the UK Parliament, which provisions made it onto the statute book?

Renters' Rights Act 2025
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29 October 2025

Buying a university property for your child

If your child is leaving home for university, you may be thinking about buying a property for them. A big commitment, it’s also an opportunity to provide security for your child and build long-term wealth.

Buying a university property for your child
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14 October 2025

UK housing affordability

Homes are more affordable in terms of income multiples than they have been since 2022. But as our UK Chief Economist James Sproule points out, that doesn’t mean they are affordable.

How affordable is buying a home in reality?
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8 October 2025

What is an offset mortgage - and could it work for me?

If you have significant savings, offsetting could help you to pay less for your mortgage. Find out more.

What is an offset mortgage?
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4 July 2025

How to start property investing: is creating a limited company for you?

Read our guide to find out the pros and cons of structuring your portfolio as a limited company.

Is a limited property company right for you?
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4 June 2025

What you need to know before buying a unique home

If your dream home is a little different from the norm, the financial reality of buying and maintaining it might be trickier than you think.

What you need to know before buying a unique home
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18 February 2025

What you need to know about changes to EPCs

Read our guide on what you need to know about Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) and energy efficiency rules.

Read more about EPC changes
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