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Chancellor confirms Mansion Tax to take effect in April 2028 for homes worth over £2m
By Joseph Mullane published
Luxury homeowners face a new Mansion Tax following the 2025 Budget, sparking warnings from property experts about potential market ripple effects

OBR forecast predicts mortgage rate rises from 3.7% to 5% in response to Autumn Budget
By Joseph Mullane last updated
A new year could bring new hope for those looking to secure a mortgage for a house

Is the proposed 'Mansion Tax' already impacting house prices, and should homeowners be concerned?
By Joseph Mullane published
Talk of a 'Mansion Tax' is already cooling the top end of the UK housing market, but how steep is the impact and what should homeowners be doing?

Cooling inflation fuels hopes of cheaper mortgages before the New Year
By Joseph Mullane published
As 2025 draws to a close, cooling inflation is lifting expectations of a potential base rate cut – and offering fresh hope for homebuyers preparing for 2026

High-value homes face new inheritance tax scrutiny from upcoming Budget
By Joseph Mullane published
Rising house prices mean more families risk paying inheritance tax as the Chancellor considers changes to property reliefs and thresholds in the November Budget

Is Britain about to introduce an exit tax for emigrants? What could this mean for UK property owners and how much would you have to pay
By Joseph Mullane published
A possible UK “exit tax” is potentially on the horizon, meaning if your home is your biggest asset, you need to know what’s being discussed now

Are mortgage rates going down? How to lock in the best deal before rates rise again
By Joseph Mullane last updated
UK mortgage rates dip again as the Bank of England announces the base rate will remain at 4%

This is how much to budget for French drain costs according to industry experts
By Sam Webb, Sarah Harley last updated
Although french drain costs vary, it's an expenditure that could help protect your property against the more costly issues of dealing with excess surface water

Curious about new staircase costs? Find out how much you can expect to pay to replace your old staircase
By Steve Jenkins last updated
Discover how much you’ll need to invest on new staircase costs. Here we look at prices for all types of staircases, how much to relocate and labour rates
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