With still no agreement at Westminster over Brexit, political uncertainty is affecting the country on an increasing scale. Not knowing what type of Brexit will eventually be thrust open us, nor how everything from the price and availability of food to our ability to travel will be affected once it finally happens, is creating indecision across multiple areas.
The UK’s housing market remains a top topic of discussion, particularly amid the current uncertainty surrounding Brexit. Indeed, the collective decision to leave the European Union has had some effect on house prices and house buying activity. However, it’s not the only development that has encouraged a response from buyers, sellers and investors.
The UK’s housing market responds to a wide variety of issues and developments, which can change with the passing of time and introduction of new policies and desires. Among the issues that has affected the property market for over two years now, is Brexit.
There has been increased speculation about how the economy will fare as we make the final approach to Brexit. Ultimately, no one knows the exact outcome. However, there are several aspects to consider which could affect the rental market in both positive and negative ways.
Buying a home is always a big decision, even when everything is on the up and you’re feeling confident. However, with an undecided Brexit still dogging the economy, is now really the right time to make one of the biggest investments of your life and buy a property?
The year 2018 is not going to be a positive one for London house prices, and it’s all because of Brexit. At least that’s what the latest quarterly property price poll from news agency Reuters suggests.
