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SD Hike: A Blow to Renters in a Strained Market
Stamp duty hike on second homes risks deepening the rental crisis, reducing supply and raising costs for tenants.
CBRE: Portugal's home prices doubled in a decade
The average value of a house in Portugal increased from €102,000 in 2013 to €212,000 in 2023, according to CBRE.
UK house sales surge at the fastest rate in three years
Zoopla reports increased buyer demand in September driven by lower interest rates.
Lisbon excels in Europe's rental market
Lisbon ranks as the 6th most profitable European capital for purchasing a property to rent out.
UK House Prices Hit Two-Year High After Rate Cuts
Modest growth expected as market confidence rises amidst interest rate reductions.
Lisbon, Faro, and Porto Lead Luxury Home Market
Over 80% of a million-euro plus properties are concentrated in Portugal's three key districts.
UK Property prices surge following interest rate cuts
The average property price rose to £291,268 from £289,042 in June, per Halifax's index.
Top Locations for Foreign Buyers in Portugal
Lisbon, Porto, and Faro comprise over 50% of loan requests from non-residents.
House Sales Set to Rise Amid Mortgage Rate Optimism
Survey indicates boost in UK Home sales and prices with potential mortgage rate cuts.
Surge in Rental Demand Raises Prices in Portugal
Increased rental activity in Portugal at the start of 2024, with a slowdown in rent increases.
UK Rental Market Faces Growing Challenges
Rising demand and low supply hit ‘Generation Rent’ amid election focus on home ownership.
Montijo Airport Decision Spurs Real Estate Demand
Industry pundits predict increased demand in Montijo, Alcochete, and Setúbal following the Portuguese government's announcement.
Why the UK Attracts Foreign Property Investors
The UK property market provides numerous opportunities outside the major cities.
Portugal's Costliest Cities for Home Buyers
Housing prices hold steady in April compared to the previous month as diverse patterns in Portugal's real estate landscape emerge.
UK house prices continue to rise
UK home prices averaged £281,000 in February, but exhibit notable regional discrepancies.
House prices down in Europe, but not in Portugal
According to Eurostat, Portugal ranked fifth in the EU for increased house prices between Q4 2023 and the previous year.
UK Rental Market Soars by Record 9%
ONS data illustrates the consequences of elevated borrowing costs and a stagnant property market.
Stable Rental Market in Portugal
Lisbon retains its status as the costliest city for apartment rentals, despite rental price decreases in five district capitals.
Remortgaging Drives Rate-Seeking Homeowners
Mortgage approvals in the UK rose at an average rate of 7.7% per month between October and December 2023.
Porto and Lisbon ranked among top 20 global cities
Time Out Global's annual ranking highlights the allure and appeal of Portugal's Porto and Lisbon.
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