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England & Wales Property Possession Statistics (New Data)

Feb 16, 2025
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The Q4 2024 UK property possession statistics reveal key trends across England and Wales, including rising social landlord claims, declining private landlord activity, and regional differences in mortgage possession rates. Discover the latest data insights and their implications for property investors.

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Where Are the Cheapest Places to Live in Wales? (2025 Edition)

Feb 12, 2025
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Wales in known for its dynamic capital Cardiff, the scenic South Wales Valleys and Snowdonia. It’s less well known for its attractive cost of living. In this report we’ve crunched the numbers and found which are the cheapest places to live in Wales.

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Top 20 Cheapest Places To Buy A House In England (2025 Edition)

Feb 12, 2025
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Our comprehensive analysis reveals England’s most affordable places to buy property, with average asking house prices starting from £58,259. Find detailed insights on property prices, market activity, and economic indicators across the UK’s cheapest locations.

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Rochdale Property Investment: Best Buy-to-Let Areas 2025

Feb 11, 2025
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Rochdale property market combines Victorian architecture and green spaces on the foothills of the Pennines, attracting tenants seeking affordable housing with Manchester connections. With average prices 29% below UK average and yields up to 5.60%, plus significant regeneration including the £80 million Riverside development, it offers lots of things for homeowners, landlords and tenants.

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Tameside Property Investment: Best Buy-to-Let Areas 2025

Feb 10, 2025
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Discover the potential of Tameside’s buy-to-let market, with extensive regeneration projects and rental yields of up to 5.4%, the area is primed for development.

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Trafford Property Investment: Best Buy-to-Let Areas 2025

Feb 10, 2025
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Trafford offers compelling buy-to-let opportunities in 2025, with average property prices 32.6% above the UK average and rental yields ranging from 3.20% to 4.70%. Stretford (M32) emerges as a standout area, offering the highest yields at 4.70% with entry prices of £310,281

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Bury Property Investment: Best Buy-to-Let Areas 2025

Feb 9, 2025
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Discover Bury’s buy-to-let opportunities in 2025. With average yields from 3.5% to 5.4% and property prices 12% below UK average, areas like Radcliffe offer high yields (5.4%). Includes detailed market analysis, population trends, and landlord licensing requirements.

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Different Types of Home Surveys & When They Are Needed

Feb 9, 2025
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When you’re buying property everyone knows that it’s a good idea to commission a home survey before you commit. However, few people know very much about the different types of survey and when to use them.

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Wigan Property Investment: Best Buy-to-Let Areas 2025

Feb 8, 2025
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Wigan combines affordable property prices from £190,969 to £299,761 (33% below UK average) with attractive rental yields between 4.2-5.4%. Top performing areas include WN3 for yields (5.4%) and capital growth (45.2% over 5 years). Weekly rents range from £175-£241, offering strong returns for buy-to-let investors.

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Stockport Property Investment: Best Buy-to-Let Areas 2025

Feb 7, 2025
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Stockport combines its strategic location within Greater Manchester with a large property market, providing entry-level housing for both homeowners and buy-to-let investors. With yields reaching 5.50% in areas like SK1 and SK5, plus strong transport links to Manchester, Stockport offers compelling real estate opportunities in 2025.

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Oldham Property Investment: Best Buy-to-Let Areas 2025

Feb 6, 2025
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Discover Oldham’s buy-to-let market, offering yields up to 6.40% and property prices 30% below UK average. With strong population growth of 7.6% and excellent transport links to Manchester, Oldham combines affordable entry prices with attractive gross rental yields for property investors in 2025.

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Bolton Property Investment: Best Buy-to-Let Areas 2025

Feb 5, 2025
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Bolton combines affordable property prices with strong rental yields up to 5.7%. With average house prices from £192,327 to £324,464 and consistent growth across postcodes, this Greater Manchester town offers value opportunities, particularly in areas like Farnworth (BL4) and Great Lever (BL3)

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Salford Property Investment: Best Buy-to-Let Areas 2025

Feb 5, 2025
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Complete guide to Salford property investment in 2025. Explore average house prices from £191,623 to £337,582, rental yields up to 6.5%, and detailed analysis of the best buy-to-let areas including Pendleton, Worsley, and Salford Quays. Data-driven insights for investors.

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Manchester Property Investment: Best Buy-to-Let Areas 2025

Feb 4, 2025
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Explore Manchester’s property investment landscape with in-depth data on house prices, rental yields, and growth hotspots. From student-rich Fallowfield’s 12% yields to young professional hubs like Didsbury, get expert insights into buy-to-let opportunities.

Free Stamp Duty Land Tax Calculator (SDLT): 2025 Edition

Feb 1, 2025
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Access our free Stamp Duty Land Tax calculator for 2025, featuring the latest HMRC rates for England and Northern Ireland. Compare rates before and after April 1st 2025, with special calculations for first-time buyers, investors, and non-UK residents.

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Free Rental Yield Calculator: Instant results and what they mean

Feb 1, 2025
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Calculate rental yields instantly with our free calculator. Compare gross and net yields for different UK property investments, from buy-to-let to HMOs. Get expert guidance on what makes a good rental yield in 2025, plus practical examples for better property decisions.

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LTV Calculator: Results in Seconds & What Loan to Value Really Means

Feb 1, 2025
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LTV or the loan to value ratio is the value of a property, minus the deposit, to calculate the percentage value covered by the mortgage.

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Curtilage Meaning: Understanding Property Boundaries

Jan 31, 2025
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Curtilage defines the enclosed land adjacent to a property, affecting property rights and planning permissions. Learn what constitutes curtilage and why it’s crucial to know your properties boundaries for property owners, especially those with listed buildings.

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What Does Let Agreed Mean?

Jan 30, 2025
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A property marked as ‘let agreed’ means an offer has been accepted, but several steps remain before the deal is final. Learn what this status means for tenants and landlords, what happens next, and why some properties return to the market even after being ‘let agreed’

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What Exactly is a Maisonette?

Jan 30, 2025
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Explore what defines a maisonette – from its French origins as a ‘little house’ to its unique position in UK housing. Learn about the key benefits like private entrances and outdoor spaces, plus important drawbacks to consider before buying this interesting property type

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What is Adverse Possession and How Does it Work?

Jan 29, 2025
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Adverse possession allows someone to claim legal ownership of land through continuous occupation. Discover how this complex legal concept works in England and Wales, including claim requirements, timelines for registered and unregistered land, and steps to protect your property

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Property Investment Scams & How To Avoid Them

Jan 29, 2025
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The UK property market offers excellent wealth-building opportunities, but fraudsters are becoming increasingly sophisticated. Learn how to identify and avoid the seven most common property investment scams, from inflated rental yields to phishing schemes.

Using a Bridging Loan for Property Development – 7 Things to Know

Jan 29, 2025
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The key to being able to leverage bridging loans to finance a development is first and foremost being able to move quickly. Please note that bridging finance is not for everyone and beginners should approach this strategy with a lot of caution.

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15 Property Investment Tips: Lessons Learnt from Experts (2025)

Jan 28, 2025
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Looking for proven property investment tips? Learn from real-world lessons and expert insights gained from two decades in the UK property market. These 15 essential tips cover investment strategies, location analysis, and portfolio building tactics for 2025.

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What is Build-to-Rent & How it Works?

Jan 25, 2025
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Build-to-rent is transforming the UK property sector with purpose-built developments designed specifically for renters. Unlike traditional rentals, these properties offer professional management, premium amenities, and flexible tenancy terms for modern living.

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Empty Home Grants in the North West: What’s Available, Where & How Much

Jan 24, 2025
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Discover current empty home funding across North West England councils. From renovation grants and interest-free loans to lease schemes, see what’s available to transform vacant properties in your area,

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Tenant Health and Safety Rights | Insight in to UK Rental Property Standards

Jan 21, 2025
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Discover essential insights into UK rental property health and safety standards for tenants. Learn about tenant rights, key safety requirements, hazard prevention, and legal obligations. Guidance on maintaining a safe and healthy home.

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How to Find Houses That Need Renovation: On Rightmove & Zoopla

Jan 20, 2025
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For property buyers seeking to add significant value to their portfolios, finding the right large renovation or small-scale refurbishment project can be the key to improving your return on investment, adding equity, and attracting the best long-term tenants.

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Top 5 Property Tools & Chrome Extensions in 2025

Jan 17, 2025
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Looking for powerful property investment tools? While Property Bee is no longer available, several new Chrome extensions now offer enhanced features for tracking prices, analysing deals, and making smarter decisions. Here are the top 5 property tools that serious property buyers are using in 2025.

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The 8 Best UK Property Investment Strategies in 2025

Jan 15, 2025
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Explore the top UK property investment strategies for success in 2025. From traditional buy-to-let to innovative crowdfunding, this guide covers the advantages and disadvantages of each approach.

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Property Investment Terminology: Complete UK Guide to Abbreviations & Acronyms

Jan 15, 2025
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Understanding UK property terminology shouldn’t be complicated. We explain the common abbreviations used in estate agent listings and property investment – from GCH and DG to BTL and HMO – in clear, simple English.

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Most Expensive Streets in Birmingham: New Top 10

Jan 14, 2025
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Birmingham’s most expensive streets revealed: from Sutton Coldfield’s £5M mansions to Solihull’s prestigious estates. Explore the city’s most expensive roads, highest-value sales, and record-breaking property hotspots in our comprehensive 2025 analysis.

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The Best Areas of Birmingham To Invest in Buy-to-Let

Jan 13, 2025
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Latest analysis of Birmingham property market data shows highest prices in B94 (£664,613) and lowest in B2 (£179,311). Best rental yields found in B18 (6.9%). Includes detailed breakdowns of house prices, rental rates and capital growth across Birmingham’s postcode districts.

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Most Expensive Streets in Manchester: New Top 10

Jan 10, 2025
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Discover Manchester’s most expensive streets. Using Land Registry data, see where record-breaking sales and luxury developments are reshaping Manchester’s premium property market.

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Most Expensive Streets in London: New Top 10

Jan 9, 2025
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Latest HM Land Registry sold house price property data reveals London’s most valuable addresses, with The Boltons averaging £32.5M per property and Grosvenor Square achieving £1.75B in total sales. See the new top 10 streets for London super prime property.

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How to Build a Property Portfolio – A Real Estate Business Plan

Jan 4, 2025
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Building a successful property portfolio doesn’t require vast wealth. Whether starting with £20,000 or £100,000, discover how to grow your real estate business using proven strategies like the two plus one approach, suitable for both new and experienced investors.

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Areas of London: Buy-to-Let Property Investment Hotspots

Jan 3, 2025
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Discover the potential of London’s buy-to-let market. With exceptional rental demand, the UK’s capital remains a prime investment destination. This guide offers insights into yields, regulations and the best areas of house price growth.

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Is Buy-to-Let Worth It? The Future of UK Property

Dec 18, 2024
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Buy-to-let investing in the UK has undergone significant changes in recent years. With new regulations, tax reforms, and market shifts, investors face both challenges and opportunities. Discover if buy-to-let is a viable strategy and learn how to navigate this evolving landscape for long-term success.

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Is Flipping Houses a Profitable Strategy in 2025?

Dec 16, 2024
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Flipping houses is a popular and potentially profitable property investment strategy where a house is bought, done up, and sold again.

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How To Find & Buy Off-Market Properties

Dec 16, 2024
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Off-market properties represent an increasingly significant portion of UK property sales. Learn how to access these hidden opportunities, understand valuation strategies, and navigate private property transactions successfully.

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How Big Should a New-Build Apartment Be?

Dec 15, 2024
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When building a new build apartment there are minimum sizes the government require depending on the number of bedrooms and occupants. We look at all the sizes in this article.

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Buying Off-Plan Property: Advantages and Disadvantages

Dec 12, 2024
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If you are looking to buy a new house or apartment then buying a property off-plan is one option you might consider. Here’s what this strategy is and what are the pros and cons of buying it.

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What Does ‘Assisted Move’ Actually Mean?

Dec 9, 2024
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The aim of assisted move is to help make buying a new house easier and quicker by assisting with the sale of your existing house. They are intended for those who want to buy a new-build house but have an existing house they need to sell first.

Areas of Manchester with the Highest Rental Yields

Dec 4, 2024
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Discover the Manchester postcodes offering the highest rental yields. See why the South and West of the city are performing the best for demand and returns.

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HMO Fire Safety: Basics Explained for Landlords

Nov 30, 2024
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Understand the basics of fire safety in Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs). From initial risk assessments to key features like thumb-turn locks and fire doors, discover what landlords need to consider when making their properties safe and compliant

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Setting Effective Property Investment Goals: How To Achieve Success in 2025

Nov 26, 2024
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Learn how to set effective property goals that get results. Our guide shows you how to transform ideas into achievable targets using the SMART framework, whether you’re a beginner or experienced investor.

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What is the 18-Year Property Cycle? Where Are We Now?

Nov 26, 2024
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Some experts believe that property markets follow a cycle of boom and bust. In this article we will look more closely at what is known as the 18-year property cycle to look at at what causes markets to lurch between boom and bust and ask ourselves where on this cycle we might be right now.

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1950s and 1960s Housing Styles: Adventures in Modernism

Nov 25, 2024
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Author, illustrator and specialist in period architecture, Trevor Yorke, takes a dive into housing from the 1950s and 60s to look at the construction techniques of the day and at at what a modern investor should be looking for in houses from this era.

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HMO Property Investment Guide: Tips to Reduce Costs and Maximise Returns

Nov 14, 2024
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HMOs (Houses in Multiple Occupation) have gained significant popularity among property investors in recent years, and for good reason. Their attractive returns are hard to ignore, especially as the demand for affordable housing continues to rise.

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How to Invest in Property: A Guide to Getting Started

Nov 13, 2024
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Discover how to invest in UK property with our straightforward guide. Learn about buy-to-let, HMOs, and development strategies, understand yields and get expert insights on building a profitable property portfolio – perfect for new buy-to-let landlords.