The housing market is off to a strong start in 2025 amid the rush to beat the drop in Stamp Duty thresholds this April, Zoopla data suggests.

Housebuilding activity has fallen for three consecutive months to November, worryingly for the new Labour government.

More corporate landlords will enter the private rented sector in 2025, as they are less impacted by new rules and regulations, while buy to let landlords will leave the sector, claims Leaders Romans Group.

As we start 2025, the lettings industry is entering a phase marked by stabilisation and opportunity. Rental inflation has slowed to an average of 3-4% for new lets, reflecting the effects of affordability constraints; renters’ budgets are beginning to limit how much rents can rise.

When a tenant is evicted from a rental property, it is not uncommon for them to leave behind personal belongings.

Once the Renters’ Rights Bill passes, Section 8 notices will become the main way to evict tenants.

The Renters’ Rights Bill has passed it’s third reading in parliament last week, confirming amendments including landlords being banned for asking for more than one month’s rent in advance.

Looking Ahead to 2025, interest rates will remain a key factor shaping the property market. While we anticipate a gradual decline, we don't expect the Bank of England to lower rates as sharply as initially predicted.