The Property Podcast Market Update - September 2025
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Sep 11, 2025 The property market faces upheaval as whispers of tax changes swirl. Recent data reveals conflicting trends in house price growth, with London expected to shine amidst a broader slowdown. The rental market looks robust despite legislative uncertainties surrounding the Renters' Rights Bill. Insights on potential shifts from stamp duty to a new property tax could reshape investment dynamics. Stay informed as experts dissect these developments and their implications for landlords and renters alike.
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Pricing Dictates Speed Of Sale
- Asking prices (Rightmove) have fallen three months running and are highly price-sensitive.
- Correct initial pricing sells in ~32 days versus ~99 days after reductions, showing strong listing-level sensitivity.
London Outperformance Is Controversial
- Capital Economics predicts London to outperform, but hosts view that as contrarian and historically unreliable.
- London may recover, but the hosts doubt a strong outperformance within 12 months versus other regional growth hotspots.
Rental Growth Is Slowing
- Private rents rose 5.9% annually but rental growth has been decelerating for months.
- The rental boom is easing and growth will likely drift toward inflation over time.