Record January Rises: Positive Signs
🌟 UK Property Market Shows Strong Momentum – Big Wins for Buyers, Sellers & Landlords! The UK property market has kicked off 2026 on a surprisingly strong note, with fresh data front Rightmove pointing to rising confidence across sales, mortgages and rentals. From record-breaking house price growth to improving mortgage deals and stronger rental returns, […]
Read moreMortgage Rates Continue To Fall
🌟 Mortgage Market Positive News — Lower Rates & More Choice for Borrowers There’s a real sense of positivity building in the UK mortgage market great news for homebuyers, remortgagers and those thinking about moving in 2026. With lenders actively reducing rates and expanding product choice, there’s more opportunity for competitively priced deals than we’ve seen […]
Read moreHSBC Becomes First Major Lender to Cut Mortgage Rates in 2026
HSBC has kicked off 2026 with positive news for UK homebuyers and landlords 🎉, becoming the first major UK lender to cut mortgage rates in the new year — passing on lower costs across a wide range of residential and buy‑to‑let products from January 5, with Halifax and Barclays also joining in with the rate reductions. […]
Read more2026 UK Property Market Forecast
🏠2026 UK Property Market Forecast Industry forecasters are increasingly aligned on a steady, balanced housing market in 2026, with modest house price growth, improving affordability and stronger buyer activity expected through the year. Nationwide Building Society projects annual UK house price increases broadly in the 2–4% range in 2026, supported by falling mortgage rates […]
Read moreUK Property Market 2025: An End-of-Year Roundup
As 2025 draws to a close, the UK property market has proven to be one of adjustment rather than collapse shaped by easing inflation, changing interest rate expectations, major legislative reform, and a growing divide between regions. At Hannells, we’ve spent the year helping buyers, sellers, landlords and tenants navigate a market that has required […]
Read moreHannells Crowned Best Estate Agent in the UK at the AllAgents Awards 2025
We’re incredibly proud to share that Hannells has officially been crowned the Best Overall Estate Agent in the UK at the allAgents Awards 2025. Against more than 15,000 estate and letting agencies nationwide, our Derby-born, family-run business has taken the top spot, a milestone achievement that reflects our long-standing commitment to exceptional customer service. đź”· […]
Read moreProperty Market Holds Strong
In a period of economic uncertainty and political debate, recent data suggests the UK property market is not just surviving, in some key areas, it’s beginning to show real signs of resilience. From sustained house-price growth to improved affordability and renewed borrowing activity, the next few months could offer genuine opportunities for buyers, sellers and […]
Read moreAutumn Budget: What Could It Mean For The Property Market?
The 2025 Autumn Budget has now landed — and while it delivers some tax hikes, there are aspects that could lead to stability (or even opportunity) for many property‑owners. Below, we break down what the changes mean — and why not all of it should be viewed through a grim lens. 🔎 Key New […]
Read moreWinter Selling – Should I Wait?
Why Winter Might Be the Smartest Time to Sell — Don’t Wait Until Boxing Day Many homeowners assume the property market only springs back into life after Christmas — but listing your home in winter (not waiting until Boxing Day) can offer several strategic advantages. Backed by recent UK data, here’s why you might want […]
Read moreRoadmap to Reform: Unpacking the Implementation of the Renters’ Rights Act 2025
The private rented sector in England is about to undergo its most significant overhaul in decades. The recently passed Renters’ Rights Act 2025 (RRA 2025) marks a deliberate shift in the balance between landlords and tenants: making renting safer, fairer and more secure. The government has now published an official implementation roadmap, laying out how […]
Read moreBase Rate Held – Positive News?
The Bank of England have held the base rate at 4%, but this could prove to be a real positive move for the property market. Data from the UK lending market suggests a renewed burst of competitive momentum – for both homebuyers and those looking to re-mortgage in the wake of the Bank of England’s […]
Read moreUK Mortgage Approvals Hit Nine-Month High
The latest figures from the Bank of England show that mortgage approvals across the UK have climbed to their highest level in nine months, a strong indication that confidence is returning to the housing market. In September, 65,900 new mortgage approvals were granted for home purchases, marking the biggest monthly rise since December. Despite uncertainty […]
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