Property Market News

Sell Now or Wait for Autumn? A South Wales Timing Guide for Late 2026

21st July 2026

TL;DR — Mark’s Quick Take The classic advice is to wait for the September bounce, when buyers return from holidays and families try to move before settling into the school year. There is real truth in it. But autumn is not automatically better for every seller. More buyers come back, but so do more sellers, […]

Why The South Wales Property Market Is Moving Differently to England in 2026

15th July 2026

TL;DR — Mark’s Quick Take For a while Wales was clearly outgrowing England. That gap has narrowed: Welsh prices are now up around 3.5% over the year, just behind the UK’s 3.8%. But the headline hides what matters. Wales is not one market, and parts of South Wales like Newport and Caerphilly are strongly outperforming, […]

What July 2026 Means for South Wales Buyers and Sellers

15th July 2026

TL;DR — Mark’s Quick Take The Bank of England held the base rate at 3.75% in June, but the vote was 7-2 with two members wanting a rise, not a cut. The next decision is on 30 July. Inflation has eased to 2.8%, and mortgage rates have actually been falling, with lenders competing hard. The […]

Summer 2026 Market Check-In: What South Wales Sellers and Buyers Need to Know

14th July 2026

TL;DR — Mark’s Quick Take The market has slowed for summer, as it usually does, and this year the slowdown came early. Nationally, June saw the biggest drop in asking prices for that month in fourteen years. But under the surface South Wales is holding up reasonably. Welsh prices are up around 3.5% over the […]

Which Types of Property Are Selling Quickest Right Now in South Wales?

24th November 2025

In South Wales this November, the quickest house sales are happening in well-presented three-bed family homes, tidy rental-ready terraces, and modern properties needing little work. Buyers are favouring homes that are realistic on price, energy efficient, and ready to move into. Projects are still selling too, but only when the numbers make sense. If you’re […]

Top Auction Mistakes Sellers Should Avoid (South Wales, 2025)

20th November 2025

We’re now deep into the final auction cycle of the year, and I’m seeing sellers in South Wales either doing brilliantly or missing out completely. Right now, success depends on realistic reserves, full legal packs, and strong presentation. If you’re planning to sell before Christmas or early in the new year, make sure you’re prepared. […]

Common Mistakes I’m Seeing Sellers Make Right Now in South Wales

03rd September 2025

Over the past few months, I’ve been speaking to dozens of homeowners across South Wales, from Cardiff to the Valleys and through to Newport and Bridgend. One thing that stands out is the number of avoidable mistakes sellers are making in today’s market. These mistakes don’t just cost time; they can knock thousands of pounds […]

How Long Is It Currently Taking to Sell a Home in South Wales?

26th August 2025

One of the most common questions I hear is: “How long is it actually taking to sell a home in South Wales right now?” The truth is, the process is taking longer than many sellers expect — and it’s important to go in with your eyes open. What the Market Data Shows At the moment, […]

Should You Sell Your House at Auction in This Market (South Wales)?

21st August 2025

I get asked this question a lot – “Mark, should I sell my house at auction right now?” The truth is, it depends on your situation, your property, and how quickly you need to sell. I’ve been buying and selling property in South Wales for over 20 years, and I’ve seen the auction market go […]

South Wales Residential Market Update – March 2024

27th March 2024

In our latest market update, we delve into the current state of the residential property market across South Wales. From owner-occupier trends to property investor behaviours, here’s what’s happening in our region. The Owner-Occupier Market There’s a strong presence of first-time buyers and owner-occupiers, particularly in the more affordable segments of the market. Modernised or […]

Mid-March 2024 Mortgage Market Update

25th March 2024

In recent months, lending rates have been trending downward.  However, over the last few weeks, this trend has slowed and even stalled in some cases. Surprisingly, some lenders increased rates over the previous week to ten days despite the general market consensus and expectations for both inflation easing and the likelihood of a general election […]

Property Auction Sales Collapse

10th December 2022

Auctioneers are getting far lower sales in recent months many local auctions are showing over 50% of lots withdrawn and unsold (at the time of writing December 2022). Auctioneers we are speaking to are now refusing to list properties unless they have very low reserve prices – making it difficult to achieve the higher bids […]

Estate Agency Sales: Lowest Since Pandemic 

05th December 2022

Property sales falling through due to broken chains and funding issues for buyers means that the property market is seeing a downturn in supply and demand of properties. According to Estate Agents up and down the country, homebuyer enquiries fell in August and September – the steepest since the pandemic. This makes it the fourth […]

Why are mortgage interest rates rising?

31st October 2022

Inflation causes prices of all commodities to gradually increase. As that happens, the purchasing power of the average person dwindles, especially if income doesn’t rise at the same rate – which often it doesn’t. Mortgage brokers, in response, have to increase interest rates to combat the hike caused by inflation. If inflation rates are high, […]

Why are Mortgages in South Wales Falling Through? 

31st October 2022

Hundreds of residential mortgage deal offer in the U.K. have been pulled after market chaos sparked concerns about base rates rising as high as 6% next year. Overall, 935 mortgage products were pulled from the market on Tuesday, according to data from money comparison site Moneyfacts. The company said this was the largest ever daily […]

How will the cost of living crisis affect house prices in Wales?

31st October 2022

The increase in the cost of living is likely to cause a slump in the property market due to soaring inflation and a squeeze in surplus funds for people.  This could be particularly problematic for first-time buyers seeking mortgages. Historically the areas that have had the sharpest increases in prices have often been the same […]

How to keep your house cool during a heatwave

26th July 2021

The MET Office has issued a rare Amber, extreme heat weather warning after consultations with Public Health England. The warning says to prepare for temperatures to reach a staggering 35 degrees in some areas of the UK.There have also been concerns regarding people’s health and wellbeing during such extreme weather conditions. The vast majority of […]

Will The Property Market Crash?

20th July 2021

As UK house prices continue to soar, it seems that any hope for the property market to calm is a long way off. With each month that passes, new records are being broken, which fuels mass speculation that a crash in the property market is inevitable. The increase in property demand is down to incentives […]

Indemnity Insurance on Property

03rd December 2019

A guide to help answer questions about Indemnity Insurance.  What is Indemnity Insurance?  Indemnity Insurance is used in conveyancing to offer sellers protection if there is a defect with their property. Sellers take out a policy to cover any costs from the buyer, making a claim against their property. There is usually only a one-off […]

Who wants to buy a South Wales beach?

05th September 2017

If it is one thing Wales has in abundance, it is beautiful homes, historic landmarks, and enviable open spaces. But how would you like to be the proud owner of one of the best views the country has to offer? The gorgeous 2.2 acre Saundersfoot beach in Pembrokeshire was put on the market this summer, […]

Will Brexit affect my house sale?

10th April 2017

In the last few weeks, Google has recorded a huge number of searches on the term “How will Brexit affect…….?” High on the list of topics attached to this question is the repercussions for property prices and mortgages. So now Article 50 has been triggered, how will Brexit affect your plans to upgrade to a […]

5 main reasons why house sales fall through 2016

24th October 2016

If you are looking to sell your home quickly, securely and free from concerns about sale completion, a cash sale could be for you. Data released earlier this year demonstrated that one in four house sales fell through in 2015. This could be for a variety of reasons, but most of these can be solved […]

Are low interest rates good for a quick house sale?

16th September 2016

On the face of it, news that interest rates in the UK are now at their lowest level since the founding of the Bank of England in 1694 is quite depressing, especially for those intending to save money. But in the world of investment, some are effected positively, and some are effected negatively, and as […]

Landlords looking to sell houses fast following the Brexit

11th August 2016

Hi Guys, My name is Mark King, I’m a Cardiff based property buyer. Just wanted to catch up on what is happening in the South Wales Market at the moment. We are getting a lot of calls from landlords and investors that are looking to sell on at the moment. A lot of people are […]

How to sell a house in a changed South Wales Property Market

27th July 2016

My name is Mark King and I am a Cardiff-based property buyer. I buy properties throughout the South Wales region. I’ve been in the business over 20 years and have bought over 700 properties in that time. How to sell a property following the recent Brexit. Part of my short series on Brexit, I want […]