Looming election deters sellers but cheaper prices tempt buyers
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Strongest December since 2006 as Rightmove forecasts 6% rise next year
The seasonal 1.1% (-£3,120) dip in the price of property coming to market this month is the lowest December fall since 2006.
House prices to rise 30% by 2019, new Rightmove and Oxford Economics forecast reveals
Average house prices in England and Wales set to increase by 30% in the next 5 years, with the national forecast reinforcing the north/south divide.
Tenants expect more rent rises
Our Consumer Rental Forecast finds that 60% of tenants expect to be paying more for their rented accommodation in 12 months’ time.
It’s a buyers’ market, but especially in the north
Rightmove’s Consumer Confidence Survey found that the public believes the property market balance of power lays with buyers.