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Case Study: Two-HMO Portfolio Sale in Folkestone
The Opportunity We sold two neighbouring 6-bedroom HMOs in Folkestone to an investor we had been working with for around 12 months. Portfolio Highlights The first property was priced at £335,000, producing £47,580 per year at a 14.2% gross yield. The second was priced at £310,000, producing £39,720 per year at a 12.81% gross yield.…
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UK House Price Growth Slows But What Does It Mean for Property Investors?
The UK property market has entered the second half of 2026 at a slower pace, with annual house price growth easing to 1.3%. According to the latest Zoopla House Price Index, the average UK property has increased in value by around £3,400 over the past year, while the number of sales being agreed has fallen…
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Case Study: £865,000 18-Bed HMO Co-Sourced Through Our White Label Network
This transaction is a great example of how the My Property Group White Label Partnership model works in practice combining the relationships of our partners with the sourcing, sales, negotiation and deal progression infrastructure of the wider My Property Group team.
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Renters’ Rights Act 2026: What Landlords Need to Know Ahead of the 1st of May
As we approach the implementation of the Renters’ Rights Act on 1st of May 2026, it is important that landlords take the time to fully understand the upcoming legislative changes and how they will impact the management of their properties. This is one of the most significant reforms to the private rental sector in recent…
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Rightmove Is Now Integrated With ChatGPT: What This Means for UK Property Investors
A quiet but very important update just happened in the UK property space. Rightmove has officially launched an integration with ChatGPT, allowing users to discover property listings directly through conversational search inside ChatGPT. At first glance this might sound like just another tech update but in reality, it signals a much bigger shift in how…
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UK House Prices Hold Steady in February 2026: What the Latest Rightmove Data Means for Property Investors
The latest Rightmove House Price Index shows that UK house prices remained virtually unchanged in February 2026 with the average asking price of newly listed homes standing at £368,019. While this may appear to signal a slowing market, the underlying data suggests something very different especially for property investors looking to secure opportunities in the…
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2025 Wrap Up: A Landmark Year for My Property Group
As we close the chapter on 2025, it is clear this year has been transformational for My Property Group. From record breaking partner demand and major technology upgrades to operational growth and standout deal performance, 2025 laid the foundations for the next phase of scale. This year was not just about growth. It was about…
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Autumn 2025 Budget: What It Means for Property Investors & Landlords
Higher tax on rental & property income (from 2027) High-value property surcharge (“mansion tax”) from 2028 Dividends & investment income taxed more What This Means for Property Investors & Landlords 1. Lower Net Returns 2. High-value assets less attractive 3. Possible increase in landlord exits 4. Bigger focus on tax-efficient structuring 5. More demand for…
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Autumn 2025 Budget: What Property Investors Need To Know
The Autumn 2025 Budget is coming soon, and based on what’s already been announced and leaked, here’s a quick, clear guide on what it could mean for property investors and tenants. The Good News for Investors 1. More motivated sellers (especially higher-value homes) The government is planning to raise taxes on expensive homes. This might…
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That’s a Wrap: September News from MPG and the Industry
Welcome to our September wrap-up, your monthly snapshot of what’s shaping the investment property space and what’s been happening behind the scenes here at My Property Group. As always, our goal is to keep you, our partners, in the know, connect you with the right opportunities, and share a little of what life’s like inside…
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The ‘Too Late’ Myth: Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Start in UK Property
If you’ve been watching the UK property market from the sidelines, you’ve probably asked yourself: “Have I missed the boat?” It’s one of the most common concerns among would-be investors — and it’s fuelled by headlines about rising prices, higher interest rates, and an uncertain economy. But here’s the truth: the ‘too late’ myth is…
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Stamp Duty Shake-Up: What Rachel Reeves’ Property Tax Plans Could Mean for You
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is weighing up a major change for the Autumn Budget: replacing stamp duty with a new property tax. Here’s what’s on the table — and crucially, what it means if you’re a property investor. The proposals in a nutshell Stamp duty replacement: A proportional property tax, payable on sales of homes over…