News in Review
Inflation eased in April, UK trade deal with Gulf partners, Fuel Duty freeze extended and unemployment rate rises
Commercial Property Review – May 2026
Geopolitical uncertainty hits investor confidence, Build-to-Rent investment holds strong and quality drives UK holiday lets
Residential Property Review – May 2026
Savills highlight an active but cautious housing market, landlords exit rental market, average house sale takes 33 days
News in review
Figures show the UK economy grew 0.3% in March, outline of the King’s Speech, Trump visits Beijing as US inflation soars
The power of participation – markets move – participation matters
Long-term investment success depends more on time in markets than timing them
BTL lending leaps–where are the hotspots?
Buy-to-let (BTL) lending rises sharply, with regional hotspots outperforming London
Building wealth today, planning for tomorrow
Why understanding Inheritance Tax early helps shape smarter long-term financial decisions
In the news
In the news – confidence in a comfortable retirement is on the up and over half of cash ISA savers could reinvest
Equity Release continues to grow in popularity
Equity release lending rises as homeowners access housing wealth in retirement
News in Review
Monetary Policy Committee held Bank Rate at 3.75%, business confidence dropped in April, housing market shows resilience
