Month: January 2024

FPTV (EP 180) LANDLORDS IN TROUBLE: How we come to the rescue and stop things going wrong again (watch/read/listen)

 

PODCAST: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fife-properties/episodes/FPTV-EP-180-LANDLORDS-IN-TROUBLE-How-we-come-to-the-rescue-and-stop-things-going-wrong-again-e2fai2n

 

Hardly any landlords we meet are fully legally compliant when we first speak to them, but it’s never on purpose. In fact, most of them genuinely believe they’ve got everything handled.

 

Unfortunately, this often means that problems are already brewing by the time they contact us, and some of the biggest areas where landlords come unstuck include:

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Zoopla UK House Price Index – JANUARY 2024 (Watch/Listen)

 

 

PODCAST: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fife-properties/episodes/Zoopla-UK-House-Price-Index–JANUARY-2024-e2feh94

 

Executive summary

  • UK house price inflation moderates to -0.8% on rising sales volumes
  • Strong seasonal rebound in sales activity in first weeks of January on back of pent-up demand and sub-5% mortgage rates
  • Demand up 12% year-on-year, led by London and East of England
  • Sales agreed up 13% year on year – sales up across all regions
  • Available homes for sale over 20% higher than a year ago
  • Important not to over-interpret the positive start to the year – there is some upside for sales volumes, but we remain in a buyers’ market
  • A fifth of sellers having to accept more than 10% below the asking price to secure a sale, closer to 1 in 4 across southern England

 

Why You Shouldn’t Sell Your Fife Home in 2024 (Watch/Read/Listen)

 

 

PODCAST: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fife-properties/episodes/Why-You-Shouldnt-Sell-Your-Fife-Home-in-2024-e2f506h

 

As a seasoned estate agent serving the Fife community, I’ve always prided myself on offering transparent, informed advice to local homeowners. Today, I’d like to provide a balanced perspective on the current housing market trends and what they could mean for those contemplating selling their Fife homes.

 

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FIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 21st – 27th Jan 2024 (Watch/Listen)

 

 

PODCAST: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fife-properties/episodes/FIFE-PROPERTY-MARKET-UPDATE–21st–27th-Jan-2024-e2f277k

 

Weekly round up on what’s driving the Fife Property market including a look at recent listings, sales and coming soon:

Article, Podcast and TV Shows written and produced this week are:

 

 

FP TV (EP 179) RESET THE CLOCK: How to relaunch your home for new year selling success

 

The start of every year brings new energy to the property market, so if you had no luck selling your home in 2023, take comfort that hope is still on the horizon.

 

Jim Parker and Richard Cook provide useful hints and tips for those looking to sell this year and those who are feeling they are out of ideas to get their house sold.

 

(Watch/Read/Listen) https://www.fifeproperties.co.uk/blog/reset-the-clock-how-to-relaunch-your-home-for-new-year-selling-success/

 

 

Cracking the Code: Fife’s Property Market Revealed – Is it a Buyers’ Market or Sellers’ Market

 

Fife homeowners, get ready to unlock the mysteries of our local property market!

 

Whether you’re considering buying or selling in Fife, understanding whether it’s a buyers’ or sellers’ market is crucial. But wait, there’s more!

 

Join Jim Parker as he guides you through the fascinating realm of the lesser known ‘balanced market’.

 

(Watch/Listen/Read) https://www.fifeproperties.co.uk/blog/is-fife-a-buyers-or-sellers-property-market-a-comprehensive-guide-for-fife-homeowners/

 

 

 

THE UK PROPERTY MARKET IN 2024: A Robust Start with Implications for Fife

 

With an impressive 42.37% more UK home sales in the first couple of weeks of January, what are the four key drivers of this surge in the British property market? Also, is this growth in home sales being replicated in Fife? If you are a Fife homeowner or landlord and considering your property options in the next 12 to 18 months, read the article to find out how this will affect your buying and selling options.

 

(Watch/Read/Listen) https://www.fifeproperties.co.uk/blog/the-uk-property-market-in-2024-a-robust-start-with-implications-for-fife/

 

 

 

EP 107: The Wealth Creation Show: Breakthrough

To break through and achieve extraordinary success in 2024 you need to have an inspirational plan in place!

Remember, success is not an overnight phenomenon but a result of consistent and focused action. You need to have vision, focus on empowering beliefs and take action to learn and grow as you travel through your journey to success.

Do you want to know the key elements to an inspirational plan for success?

Luckily, you don’t need to head back to school to understand this as Lettings Director, Richard Cook and one of the UK’s most successful property investors, Jim Parker are on hand to discuss.

 

If you’ve missed the previous shows you can catch up on our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WealthCreationShow

 

If you are a private client of ours, including the ongoing support you can also receive one to one mentoring on portfolio building. Please contact us to richard.cook@fifeproperties.co.uk

 

This is all about accelerating your wealth in 2024.

 

*We must point out that we are not financial advisors, and this is only our opinion of what we would do. Investments can go down as well as up so if you do want professional advice from a qualified advisor, please contact us direct and we will put you in touch with someone.

 

FP TV (EP 179) RESET THE CLOCK: How to relaunch your home for new year selling success (Watch/Read/Listen)

 

 

PODCAST: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fife-properties/episodes/FP-TV-EP-179-RESET-THE-CLOCK-How-to-relaunch-your-home-for-new-year-selling-success-e2f0k34

 

The start of every year brings new energy to the property market, so if you had no luck selling your home in 2023, take comfort that hope is still on the horizon.

 

As the nights get lighter and the market warms up, buyers and sellers start thinking about moving in time for summer, and our diary fills again with valuations and viewings.

 

It’s a buzzing time, and if you want your second shot at selling to be a success, you’ve probably got a few burning questions, like:

 

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The UK Property Market in 2024: A Robust Start with Implications for Fife (Watch/Read/Listen)

 

 

PODCAST: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fife-properties/episodes/THE-UK-PROPERTY-MARKET-IN-2024-A-Robust-Start-with-Implications-for-Fife-e2esf7h

 

As an experienced estate and letting agent based in Fife, I have been closely monitoring the trends in the UK property market. As of January 11th, 2024, the market has shown a solid start, a trend worth exploring, especially in how it might mirror or differ from the local market in Fife.

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FIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 14th – 20th Jan 2024 (Watch/Listen)

 

 

PODCAST: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fife-properties/episodes/FIFE-PROPERTY-MARKET-UPDATE–14th–20th-Jan-2024-e2eo8tl

 

Weekly round up on what’s driving the Fife Property market including a look at recent listings, sales and coming soon:

Article, Podcast and TV Shows written and produced this week are:

 

 

FPTV EP 178: LETTINGS OUTLOOK 2024: What can landlords expect from the rental market this year?

There’s no denying that landlords faced a pretty challenging 2023. In particular, many of those who were highly leveraged decided to simply sell up, but did they act too soon?

Their departure has left a large hole of opportunity for existing investors and newcomers to fill, with the chronic shortage of homes and massive demand in your area pushing rents to ever-new heights.

 

Richard Cook and Jim Parker provide their thoughts, hints and tips on this subject.

(Watch/read/listen) https://www.fifeproperties.co.uk/blog/lettings-outlook-2024-what-can-landlords-expect-from-the-rental-market-this-year/

 

 

Mortgage War Will Save Fife Homeowners £1,942 a Year

Discover how Fife residents can save significantly with the latest dip in mortgage rates! This article explores the remarkable impact of recently reduced mortgage rates on homeowners, landlords, and first-time buyers in Fife, offering insights into how this financial shift can benefit you. Jim Parker and Richard Cook discuss this topic that could potentially save you thousands.

 

(Watch/Read/Listen) https://www.fifeproperties.co.uk/blog/mortgage-war-will-save-fife-homeowners-1942-a-year/

 

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UK House Price Index Scotland and Fife: November 2023

Jim Parker provides a breakdown of the Scottish House Price Index report for November 2023 and gives his thoughts on how this could impact the Fife property market for buyers and sellers.

(Watch/Read/Listen) https://www.fifeproperties.co.uk/blog/uk-house-price-index-scotland-and-fife-november-2023/

 

 

EP 107: The Wealth Creation Show: Breakthrough

To break through and achieve extraordinary success in 2024 you need to have an inspirational plan in place!

Remember, success is not an overnight phenomenon but a result of consistent and focused action. You need to have vision, focus on empowering beliefs and take action to learn and grow as you travel through your journey to success.

Do you want to know the key elements to an inspirational plan for success?

Luckily, you don’t need to head back to school to understand this as Lettings Director, Richard Cook and one of the UK’s most successful property investors, Jim Parker are on hand to discuss.

 

(Watch/Listen) https://www.fifeproperties.co.uk/blog/the-wealth-creation-show-breakthrough/

 

If you’ve missed the previous shows you can catch up on our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WealthCreationShow

 

If you are a private client of ours, including the ongoing support you can also receive one to one mentoring on portfolio building. Please contact us to richard.cook@fifeproperties.co.uk

 

This is all about accelerating your wealth in 2024.

 

*We must point out that we are not financial advisors, and this is only our opinion of what we would do. Investments can go down as well as up so if you do want professional advice from a qualified advisor, please contact us direct and we will put you in touch with someone.

EP 107: The Wealth Creation Show: Breakthrough (Watch/Listen)

 

 

PODCAST: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fife-properties/episodes/EP-107-The-Wealth-Creation-Show-Breakthrough-e2f35s1

 

To break through and achieve extraordinary success in 2024 you need to have an inspirational plan in place!

Remember, success is not an overnight phenomenon but a result of consistent and focused action. You need to have vision, focus on empowering beliefs and take action to learn and grow as you travel through your journey to success.

Do you want to know the key elements to an inspirational plan for success?

Luckily, you don’t need to head back to school to understand this as Lettings Director, Richard Cook and one of the UK’s most successful property investors, Jim Parker are on hand to discuss.

 

If you’ve missed the previous shows you can catch up on our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WealthCreationShow

 

If you are a private client of ours, including the ongoing support you can also receive one to one mentoring on portfolio building. Please contact us to richard.cook@fifeproperties.co.uk

 

This is all about accelerating your wealth in 2024.

 

*We must point out that we are not financial advisors, and this is only our opinion of what we would do. Investments can go down as well as up so if you do want professional advice from a qualified advisor, please contact us direct and we will put you in touch with someone.

 

Continue to article:

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UK House Price Index Scotland and Fife: November 2023 (Watch/Listen)

 

PODCAST: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fife-properties/episodes/UK-House-Price-Index-Scotland-and-Fife-November-2023-e2ekgi3

Economic statement

Average house prices in Scotland increased by 2.2% (provisional estimate) in the 12 months to November 2023. This was up from 0.5% (revised estimate) in the 12 months to October 2023 and was faster than the average UK house price annual inflation of negative 2.1% (provisional estimate) in the 12 months to November 2023.

On a non-seasonally adjusted basis, average house prices in Scotland increased by 1.1% between October 2023 and November 2023, compared with a decrease of 0.6% during the same period 12 months ago. On a seasonally adjusted basis, average house prices in Scotland increased by 0.9% between October 2023 and November 2023.

Comparing the provisional UK HPI volume estimate for September 2022 with the provisional UK HPI volume estimate for September 2023, the volume of transactions decreased by 15.0% in Scotland and by 24.2% in the UK.

In Scotland, detached houses showed the highest annual percentage change out of all property types, increasing by 5.2% in the 12 months to November 2023 to £359,000. Terraced houses showed the lowest annual percentage change, which decreased by 0.1% in the 12 months to November 2023 to an average price of £162,000.

The highest annual percentage change was in East Renfrewshire, where average house prices increased by 9.9% in the 12 months to November 2023 to £310,000. The lowest annual percentage change was in Argyll and Bute, where average house prices decreased by 6.7% in the 12 months to November 2023 to £188,000.

As with other indicators in the housing market, which typically fluctuate from month to month, it is important not to put too much weight on one month’s set of house price data.