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🏡✨ A Thrilling Start to 2025 in the UK Property Market! ✨🏡

10th February 2025
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The first month of 2025 has been nothing short of dynamic in the property market! 🚀 Here's a snapshot of the activity we've seen:

 📊 Market Highlights:

  • Record Listings: Since Boxing Day, there has been a record number of new sellers entering the market, with the number of new properties coming to market 11% ahead of the same period at the start of last year. 
  • Surge in Buyer Interest: Buyer demand has increased, with the number of buyers contacting estate agents about homes for sale since Boxing Day up by 9% compared to the same period last year. 
  • Increased Sales: The number of sales being agreed between buyers and sellers is now 11% ahead of this time last year. 
  • Reduced Interest Rates: 0.25% reduction in the Base Rate and the prospect of further cuts will provide a major boost for both the property industry and the wider economy

If you're considering making a move this year, now's the perfect time to get started! Give us a call on 01933 427742 to discuss your property journey.

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