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 Is the Discount Real? By Coresworth Research, Coresworth Properties. Examples calculated October 2026. Key takeaways “Below market value” is a claim to test. It rests on someone’s estimate of the finished value, so check it against sold prices. A discount only counts after the works and the costs. Take off the works, a contingency, stamp

A Practical Guide for Property Investors By Coresworth Research, Coresworth Properties. Examples calculated October 2026. Key takeaways The asking price is only a starting point. The value, the rent and every cost each need their own evidence before you make an offer. Yield and return are different numbers. On the same property, the gross yield,

Demand, Supply and Market Analysis By Coresworth Research, Coresworth Properties. Figures checked October 2026. Key takeaways Rents are rising faster than prices. ONS figures to mid-2026 show Newcastle private rents growing faster than house prices, which tends to help gross yields on new purchases. The latest figures are on the ONS website. Supply is steady

Market Analysis, Rental Yields and Due Diligence By Coresworth Research, Coresworth Properties. Figures checked October 2026. Key takeaways Prices and rents are rising, but returns depend on the purchase price. ONS figures to mid-2026 show Liverpool house prices growing faster than the North West average, with private rents rising too. The latest figures are on

Demand, Rents and the New Supply Challenge! By Coresworth Research, Coresworth Properties. Last updated 6 October 2026. Key takeaways Rents are rising faster than prices. Average rent is £1,373 a month, up 4.2%, while the average house price rose 1.2% (ONS). Supply is the thing to watch. The council’s pipeline is heavily weighted towards flats,

Why a 26‑Year Supply–Demand Gap Is Reshaping Returns When UK investors talk about “northern powerhouses,” Leeds is always near the top of the list—and for good reason. It combines strong economic fundamentals, a growing population, and a rental market that continues to attract both first-time landlords and experienced portfolio investors. But as with any market,

Oxford’s 2026 Market Reset Oxford’s property investment outlook enters 2026 with a rare combination of increased housing supply, persistent structural undersupply, and record rental demand—creating a market where investors must think hyper‑locally to identify genuine opportunities. Scarcity Within Plenty Oxford presents a unique paradox for the strategic investor: it is a city defined by scarcity

A data‑driven framework for identifying resilient markets, pricing risk, and allocating capital with confidence The UK housing market investment framework is often described as unpredictable — but for investors, it is one of the most structurally consistent asset classes in the economy. Prices and rents move in cycles, but the underlying drivers are stable: Demand

High Yield Isn’t the Full Story — Void Risk Changes Everything Many UK property investors chase high‑yield areas believing they offer superior cash flow. On paper, a 9–10% yield looks irresistible compared to a “boring” 5–6% yield in a more stable area. But here’s the truth: High yields often come with higher rental voids —