The Portsmouth Baby Boomer Housing Paradox: Wealth in Property, But Nowhere to Go
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- By Samantha Cartwright
- News
- 12 December 2024
For decades, baby boomers in the UK have been the quiet beneficiaries of a housing market that has worked in their favour. Rising property prices and a growing housing shortage have pushed home values sky-high, giving this generation substantial equity in their homes. However, as more and more boomers enter retirement age, a new reality sets in, and the properties they need for this next stage of life are almost impossible to find.
Read More Portsmouth House Sales Up 18.1% on 2023 – Yet Challenges Still Remain
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- By Samantha Cartwright
- News
- 10 December 2024
The number of agreed UK property sales until Saturday, 22nd November 2024, is 18% higher than a year ago.
Read More Portsmouth’s Ageing Population Turning to Rentals: What it Means for Landlords
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- By Samantha Cartwright
- News
- 3 December 2024
Recent figures from the Office for National Statistics reveal that across the UK, 486,795 households are occupied by individuals aged 65 (and over) who live in a private rental sector home. This represents 6.71% of all OAP’s that are now renting privately.
Read More Portsmouth Properties Selling in 68 Days
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- By Samantha Cartwright
- News
- 26 November 2024
Are you a Portsmouth homeowner or landlord? Are you thinking of selling your home or property in early 2025?
Read More Portsmouth Buy-to-Let is Dead - Long Live the Portsmouth Buy-to-Let Landlord
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- By Samantha Cartwright
- News
- 13 November 2024
Future legislation and the recent Budget have stirred considerable anxiety among landlords.
Read More The Hidden Trap of Overpricing Your Home in Portsmouth's Property Market
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- By Samantha Cartwright
- News
- 5 November 2024
In an age of sensational headlines, the UK property market—particularly in Portsmouth—often finds itself misinterpreted.
While we cannot ignore the challenges of higher mortgage rates and shifting buyer preferences, it is vital to appreciate the broader context to understand what's happening in the Portsmouth property landscape.
Read More Portsmouth October ’24 Property Market: A Comprehensive Overview for Buyers and Sellers
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- By Samantha Cartwright
- News
- 24 October 2024
Are you a homeowner in Portsmouth? Perhaps you’re planning to move/sell/buy within the next six to twelve months, or maybe you're on the lookout for your next dream home and have no timescales. Whether you're buying or selling, having a clear understanding of the current state of the property market in Portsmouth is vital to make informed choices.
Read More The Hard Truth About Portsmouth’s Young: Where Do They Live and What Does the Future Hold?
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- By Samantha Cartwright
- News
- 22 October 2024
It’s no secret that the younger generation in Portsmouth is finding it tough to get onto the property ladder. With the rising cost of living, stagnating wages, and stricter mortgage criteria, it's no surprise that fewer under-34s are becoming homeowners.
Read More 12,420 Portsmouth Homeowners Fallen Foul of Estate Agents ‘Overvaluing’ in the Last 5 Years
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- By Samantha Cartwright
- News
- 3 October 2024
If you’ve ever considered selling your Portsmouth home, you may have felt the temptation to list it at a higher price, hoping for a bigger payday.
Read More 1 in 7.2 Portsmouth Home Sellers Lower Their Asking Price Every Month
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- By Samantha Cartwright
- News
- 3 October 2024
As the property landscape in Portsmouth continues to evolve, many homeowners who have been on the market for a while find themselves navigating the complex decision of when and how much to reduce their asking prices to attract buyers.
Read More The Resurgence of the Portsmouth Terraced House: Or Has it Ever Been Out of Fashion?
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- By Samantha Cartwright
- News
- 27 September 2024
The terraced house, once considered a relic of the past, is making a notable comeback. But one might wonder - did it ever truly go out of fashion?
Read More A Tale of Two Portsmouth Property Markets and the Need for Realistic Pricing
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- By Samantha Cartwright
- News
- 20 September 2024
The Portsmouth property market has undergone significant changes over the past few years, as depicted in the two graphs provided.
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