Weekly Wrap – 22nd August 2025

Introducing this Friday’s Weekly Wrap, where we bring the news to you. 

Every Friday we are ending your work week by wrapping up the last 7 days of news for you by choosing some key updates and events to share. This news will cover everything property, from estate agent fees to broker updates to government policy, and be a sure way for you to finish your week up to date.

In the past seven days we have seen updates on inflation figures, remortgage completions, and RICS home surveys. Let’s take a look at this week’s Weekly Wrap:

  1. Inflation rises to 18-month high of 3.8% in July: ONS
  2. Two-year fixes dominate as remortgage completions soar 71%
  3. Brits need 14 years of wages to buy a home
  4. RICS consults on update to residential home surveys
  5. Almost two-thirds of brokers see improvement in affordability post-stress test changes

 

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