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How could Trump affect the UK housing market? On Monday 20th January, Donald Trump was inaugurated as President of the United States of America for the second time. And whether you love or loathe him, there's no escaping from the fact that he's one of the world's most powerful men (again). Below are three ways President Trump's policies might affect the housing sector on this side of the Atlantic. 1. Mortgage rates and borrowing costs - Trump's economic policies could affect global financial markets, indirectly influencing UK mortgage rates. 2. Energy costs and efficiency - Under Trump's policies, changes in global energy markets could influence UK bills. 3. Increased investment in the UK - In the aftermath of the US election, estate agents in high-value areas in London and Oxford reported an increase in inquiries from left-leaning wealthy Americans looking to move to the UK. Global politics is unpredictable. But, the UK housing market has shown incredible resilience over the years. If you're considering selling your property in 2025, the best things you can do are: 🏠 Choose an experienced local estate agent with a track record of selling homes like yours. 🏠 Market your property with a realistic asking price. 🏠 Remember, a well-presented, cleverly marketed home with an accurate price that represents good value will always sell. Whether you're thinking of selling, buying, or simply planning ahead, we're here to help you make well-informed property decisions. Contact us on 01633 841805. https://buff.ly/3Wt026v #UKHousingMarket #estateagent #estateagency #localpropertyexperts

My wife and I bought our first home in 1987 at the age of 24, one year after getting married. The interest was 9.5 percent. We felt we caught a break because interest rates were north of 10 percent previously. Today, with interest rates much lower, however, it is more difficult for young people to get started in life with home and auto purchases. It seems we need to rekindle the Milton Friedman philosophy of economics and while we are at it, reduce the amount of regulations that has also increased the cost of housing. This WSJ article is worth the read (https://lnkd.in/gfmBn6gJ).

I grew up in a family of gamblers and as a result, I became familiar with the saying 'the house always wins'. As contexts change the meaning of the terms we use often change. In this case, it might be reasonable to interpret the meaning of the saying 'the house always wins' in terms of the House of Commons in the UK, having more public money to spend. How wisely such money may be spent? By whom and for whom? Is likely to be a question of growing importance. #Economy #Government #Money

The thing about the UK property market is that it is resilient. This is not the first time we have seen changes to stamp duty and i doubt it will be the last. Any change, regardless of its nature, is always followed by a period of adjustment, whilst people get used to ‘the new norm’ (i actually hate that saying!). Despite change or uncertainty, which we have seen a lot of recently, the one thing that will always remain the same is that people still need to buy property. People still get married, have kids, get a pay rise, get divorced, move jobs and one day, without being morbid, we will die!! There will always be a requirement for people to move and this requirement will always generate activity in the market. If someone is buying their primary residence, last weeks budget really doesnt affect buyers or sellers materially. 2nd home purchases will now be more expensive and whilst the buy to let market is in trouble, if someone was looking to buy a pied a terre i cant see the additional 2% deterring them to buy altogether. They will either swallow the cost or work it into the price. At INHOUS we have experienced an extremely busy September/October, despite the impending Budget, and have secured some great deals for our clients who saw the value in taking on what was a buyers market. There are great opportinities for buyers and sellers right now if you know how to position yourself! Get in touch for more advice. #opportunities #autumnbudget #change #uncertainty #stampduty #property #londonproperty #buytolet #primeproperty

As a real estate agent, it has been a tough year, and we knew before the election that the future of real estate is just going to go up for the next few years. I am NOT sure what he THINKS he can do but this article is suggesting that it isn't much. Buckle in and save your money if you are in the market to buy and if you want to sell, pray!!! Any thoughts?

Having a hard time finding a place to call home in your budget? Thousands of Americans are on the move in search of better affordability. That’s because broadening where you're looking could help you find somewhere your money takes you a little further. #housingmarkettrends #realestateadvice Message me if you would like to visit about selling or buying a property

🤐 Secrets of Real Estate Agent Commission: The Surprising Truth Revealed About Fannie Mae. 👉The only agency that ever told me what I have to pay a buyers agent that brings the buyer to the table and gets across the finish line and we close was a government-sponsored enterprise, Fannie Mae. They tell all their listing agents exactly what they have to pay every buyers agent. DOJ? What? No? Okay. #doj #fanniemae #buyersagent #listingagent #realestate #compensation #guidelines #fairness #transparency #housingmarket

First impressions matter. When sellers take the necessary steps to list their home, it makes a big difference.  Congrats to our seller for getting her first home under contract, while she prepares for her next chapter in her new home! 🏡 Reach out if you have questions on listing your home! #515realtor #dsmrealestate #justlisted #pending #buyselllovedesmoines #lovewhereyoulive

Country Life Magazine: 'Going up? The property market’s top experts on what will happen to house prices in 2025', featuring research from Jackson-Stops... 'After a jam-packed year, could a brighter and more stable housing market be around the corner? 'Does it go without saying that nobody really knows for sure? After all, the swings of politics, finance and society have been ever more violent in the past eight or nine years. 'That said, the biggest property companies in Britain — from the elite estate agents and the biggest lenders to the property portals — spend vast amounts of time, effort and money trying provide a best-guess which they then share. And we’ve brought together all the expert opinions in one place.' https://lnkd.in/eQfvwDfU https://lnkd.in/edUf8_KZ #2025propertymarket #propertymarketpredictions #countrylife #countrylifemagazine #countryhouses #jacksonstops