Halifax publish their house price index for April. Meanwhile, the market slump in Q1 2023 reveals itself in official figures.
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“Worst is behind us”, as house prices stabilise
Nationwide and Zoopla both report a stabilising of house prices; but the impact of the mini-budget becomes clear.
Myths of the housebuilding industry
Housing commentator and author Peter Bill writes for ‘Housing View’ about the myths surrounding the housebuilding industry.
London no longer the world’s most expensive city to build in
A report by Arcadis finds that London is no longer the most expensive city to build in, as house prices in the capital fall.
Gove slams “broken” housing model, as residential construction plummets
Housing Secretary Michael Gove writes about the industry in the foreword to a new report. Meanwhile, housing construction output declines and planning applications fall.
Reasons to be cheerful: why a career in housebuilding is one of the best there is
With so much negativity currently surrounding the housebuilding, Housing View creator Ben Wakeling takes a look at why construction can be one of the most rewarding career choices.
Housebuilding industry receives little support in Budget
Jeremy Hunt’s first Budget as Chancellor contained little to support the housing industry.
House prices rise in February as brick manufacturers enjoy soaring profits
Halifax have reported a slight growth in house prices during February. Meanwhile, Ibstock and Forterra post bumper profits.
Developers enter crisis mode as housing industry braces against uncertain future
Taylor Wimpey and Persimmon have both published gloomy outlooks for 2023 – but NHBC registrations hit their highest point since 2007.
Property transactions fall in January, but buyer demand improves
Rightmove have revealed a flat month for house price growth, but buyer demand is showing signs of improving.
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