Property market updates

If you’ve been keeping an eye on the UK property market from Malaysia, June 2026 has been quite a wild ride of sunshine, football and shifting numbers. Rightmove just revealed that the average asking price across the UK dipped by 0.6%, making the biggest June drop seen in 14 years. Now, why the sudden drop? …

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If you’ve been keeping an eye on UK property from Malaysia, the latest numbers from May 2026 bring a breath of fresh air. London’s housing market is finding its feet again with a steady, confident comeback. For Malaysian buyers looking to make their Ringgit stretch further, this might just be the perfect window of opportunity …

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For many Malaysian investors, the UK has always been a favourite spot to secure their wealth in a stronger currency. And, now that we are in second quarter of 2026, you might see headlines talking about a market “cooldown” But if you consider yourself a smart buyer, this is indeed a good news! It means …

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For ages, the “London Dream” for Malaysian investors and families was all about the glass-and-steel skyscrapers of Nine Elms or the sleek apartments of Canary Wharf. High-rise living felt familiar or replicated the same, with residing in homes in Mont Kiara or KLCC. However, as we move through 2026, you can see a significant change! …

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For decades, Malaysian investors have witnessed London real estate as a “must-have” for their global wealth. Usually, the goal was simple and clear: wait for the property value to increase over time and keep a place for their families to stay while studying in the UK. However, current market trends are changing that approach. Instead …

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The latest Benham and Reeves analysis indicates that although renting in London remains costly, the pressure on tenants is beginning to ease as income levels rise across most of the capital. Our latest studies compare average monthly earnings with average monthly rents to better understand the share of income tenants allocate to housing. Across London, …

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After a relatively slower second half of 2025, confidence in the UK housing market is improving. Earlier uncertainty came from rumours about new property taxes and changes to Stamp Duty thresholds. Buyers took advantage of this time and negotiated well as they waited for clarity. Now that these concerns have been addressed, interest rates are …

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