Residential Property Review – October 2026
The residential market is adjusting to changing economic conditions, with softer buyer demand, resilient prime property activity and fresh government support for first-time buyers. Together, these developments provide a snapshot of the opportunities and challenges shaping the housing market
Commercial Property Review – October 2026
From high street regeneration and logistics market activity to the growing influence of garden centres, these articles highlight how investment, consumer demand and changing uses of space are shaping local economies and creating new opportunities across the UK’s property and retail sectors
News in Review
This week’s news – UK monthly GDP ticked 0.1% higher in August with Chancellor John Healey saying, “It’s a sign of resilience in the UK economy that some had not expected.” The latest IMF report predicted an expansion in the UK economy of 1.3% this year, based on a better-than-expected global performance
Business Property Relief and Agricultural Property Relief – changes ahead
From April 2027, changes to the rules mean that some qualifying business and agricultural assets may no longer benefit from the same level of IHT relief as before, particularly where the value of those assets exceeds certain thresholds.
Why life insurance could play an even bigger role in Inheritance Tax planning from April 2027
Life insurance can provide a cash payment that beneficiaries may use to help settle an IHT bill. This can be particularly valuable where much of an estate is tied up in property, investments or other assets that cannot easily be accessed or sold quickly.
ISA changes incoming – what they mean for your savings
The biggest overhaul of the ISA (Individual Savings Account) regime in several years is coming into effect on 6 April 2027 – learn more about the changes…
Six-month countdown to April 2027 Pension IHT shake-up
The forthcoming pension IHT reforms are regarded as one of the most significant changes to estate planning in recent years – the clock is ticking
News in review
In this week’s news – steady global growth, AI’s growing influence and the impact of energy costs on growth and inflation. Plus rising UK borrowing costs, increased remortgage activity and the growing gap between retirement expectations and reality
News in Review
In this week’s news – UK annual house prices halved in September as ongoing economic uncertainty weighs, mortgage rates have come under renewed pressure as lenders had been increasing mortgage rates amid rising swap rates and inflationary concerns, Q2 GDP revised up and 82% of businesses expect regional economic growth in the next 3 years
Budget 2026 – planning ahead, not predicting
The Budget is on the horizon, what will Chancellor John Healey announce in his first Budget on 28 October? Look beyond the headlines, don’t get swept away with pre-Budget speculation
