Weekly Wrap – 24th January 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 asking prices rise, changes to leasehold rules, and discussions around mortgage affordability.  It’s time to dive into this week’s Weekly Wrap:

  1. Average asking prices report highest jump at year start since 2020
  2. Two-year wait to buy leasehold to be scrapped within weeks
  3. FCA considers relaxing mortgage rules
  4. Stamp duty tax receipts reach £14bn
  5. One in four releasing funds to cover debt and mortgage
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