Economic Review – November 2025

Economic Review - November 2025

ONS data reveals the UK economy barely expanded across Q3, with the economy contracting by 0.1% in September alone  The Monetary Policy Committee voted to leave Bank Rate on hold by a 5–4 majority in November   The headline index from last month’s GfK consumer confidence survey fell two percentage points  OBR downgrades UK growth forecasts  New projections from the […]

In the news

View of people walking in hilly seaside towards resort village in the bay at sunset; swimming beach and sunset sky in background

Buyers are willing to pay a premium for a home with a sea view  One million UK homes have risen in value by at least 50% since 2020  6.5 million homeowners in the UK have some regrets about the property they bought  Buyers pay more for a sea view  Buyers are willing to pay a premium for […]

Buying later and borrowing longer

Buying later and borrowing longer

More first-time buyers are purchasing homes later in life to manage affordability challenges  Longer mortgage terms help keep monthly payments manageable but extend debt into later years  Professional guidance can help buyers select the most suitable mortgage for their circumstances  Getting onto the property ladder has become harder in recent years and that’s had a noticeable impact. People are […]