AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoHomebuying Reality Check: Zoopla says cottage demand has cooled sharply, with views down 32% since H1 2023 and cottage sales agreed down 13% year-on-year, as higher costs, mortgage rates, and second-home taxes bite. Asking-Price vs. Reality: In York (YO postcode), sellers cut asking prices by an average £10,864 (3.46%) over 12 months, highlighting how buyers are more discerning and deals hinge on value. Mortgage Mechanics: A guide to assumable mortgages explains how buyers can take over a seller’s existing loan terms—often at a lower rate—while still needing to cover the equity gap. Local Costs Spark Backlash: Bellevue residents pushed back on a proposed property tax levy increase tied to budget shortfalls and infrastructure concerns. New Builds & Buyer Options: A Leigh show home is set to open at Brook Gardens, offering a first look at a 34-home development. Property Market Signals: Domain data points to more buyer-friendly conditions in Sydney, Brisbane, and Canberra as supply rises and selling times lengthen. Home Maintenance & Risk: A BBB explainer revisits the 3-day right to cancel for certain high-pressure in-home purchases, a reminder for buyers signing on the spot.
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