Stamp Duty is one of the biggest reasons the UK property market has slowed, restricting movement and causing deals to fall through. Research shows removing this outdated tax—especially for property traders—could dramatically boost transactions and help get the market moving again.

Recent analysis indicates that a substantial volume of former buy-to-let properties is now entering the sales market at an accelerated pace. Landlords, are reassessing their portfolios amid evolving legislation, rising costs, and changing market dynamics. This steady increase in available housing stock could result in houses being more affordable,

Political change and property have always been closely linked in the UK, and Keir Starmer's resignation has once again brought this relationship into sharp focus.

The UK rental market is entering a period of significant change, with new research suggesting that tenants could face increased housing costs from 2027 as landlords respond to upcoming tax changes. Combined with the wider economic backdrop shaped by interest rate decisions, this signals a pivotal moment for both landlords and renters across UK.