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Dundrum Named NI’s Best Place to Live 2025

Discover why Dundrum, Co Down, was named Northern Ireland’s Best Place to Live 2025, praised for its coastal charm, community spirit and stunning scenery.

£153m funding for Co-Ownership

£153m funding for Co-Ownership announced to help 4,000 households buy homes. Property value cap also raised to £210k from April 2025.

Landlord Registration: Key Updates & Changes

All NI landlords must register under the Landlord Registration Scheme. Learn key updates, fees & penalties to stay compliant with the law.

Stamp Duty Changes in 2025

Discover how the 2025 stamp duty changes impact buyers & sellers in Northern Ireland. Learn key thresholds, benefits & expert tips today.

Bank of England Cuts Interest Rates to 4.5%

The Bank of England has lowered its key interest rate by 0.25 percentage points to 4.5%, marking its first cut in months.

NI Housing Market: What to Expect in Q1 2025

Explore the Northern Ireland housing market outlook for Q1 2025, including trends in house prices, interest rates, and rental demand.

How BBC's Hope Street Boosted Donaghadee Homes

The programme's success has spotlighted Donaghadee’s charm and boosted its property market appeal, with rising interest and growing demand.

Hotel Sector Strong Despite Budget Uncertainty

CBRE NI reports strong hotel sector growth in Q3, with RevPAR up 8% despite market challenges.

Stamp Duty Change Announced

In the latest Budget, Chancellor Rachel Reeves revealed an increase in Stamp Duty for second home buyers.

NI Housing Market Activity Surge: Q4 2024

Northern Ireland housing market activity is surging, with sales up 18% year on year. Stay tuned for the upcoming PropertyPal Q3 report for more insights.

Base Rate Cut to 4.75%

Bank of England cuts base rate from 5.25% to 5%, the first reduction in 4 years, to ease inflation and boost growth.

How Cost of Living Crisis Affects Home Buyers

Discover how the cost of living crisis is impacting home buyers in Northern Ireland, influencing property budgets, preferences, and market behaviour.