Welcome to our August 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 the MPG team.
So what’s going?
Interest rates fell
The Bank of England’s MPC voted by a narrow 5–4 margin to cut the base rate to 4%, the lowest it’s been in almost two years. After sitting at 5.25% between August 2023 and August 2024, we’re finally seeing a gradual easing.
This matters because lenders are already adjusting products, which could unlock new possibilities for investors looking to refinance or expand their portfolios.
Read our full blog post: Bank of England Cuts Base Rate to 4% – What It Means for Property Investors
Social housing remains a hot topic
With 1.3m households on waiting lists across England (Shelter, Feb 2025). Supply isn’t keeping up — just 650 homes were lost last year, fewer than 20,000 new builds were completed, and in London, new project starts have dropped 76% despite £11.7bn in government funding.
For housing associations, new regulations on safety and maintenance are increasing costs and slowing delivery — creating pressure but also opening the door for collaboration. For our investors, sourcers, and partners, this is where My Property Group plays a vital role. With our in-house expertise and established relationships, we help our network connect with local authorities, housing associations, developers, and funding partners to bring forward viable projects. Our goal is to support the wider effort to address the housing shortage while helping our partners maximise opportunities in a responsible and sustainable way.
Stamp Duty and other Property Taxes
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is weighing major tax changes in the upcoming Autumn Budget that could reshape the property landscape. Here’s what’s on the table:
- Stamp Duty Replacement → A proportional property tax on home sales over £500k, affecting ~20% of transactions.
- Council Tax Overhaul → Moving to an annual local property tax based on current values, replacing outdated 1991 bands.
- Capital Gains Reform → Potential removal of the primary residence exemption for homes above £1.5m, meaning CGT rates of 18–24% could apply even on main homes.
For investors, these changes could have big implications for strategy and timing. Read our full blog post on what this mean for you as a property investor here.
Reintroducing webinars
We’ve brought back webinars, all led by our team, and we covered some really exciting topics in August:
- Using your black book to unlock new opportunities
- Power networking to build those key connections
- Leveraging social media for maximum outreach
- Creating lead magnets that actually convert
It’s all about giving you the tools to succeed, and we’re really looking forward to having more of these conversations with you!
MPG Office Summer Social
All work and no play isn’t our style at MPG, so we made the most of the beautiful summer sunshine and headed to the office rooftop for some post-work drinks.
Introducing the Private Wealth Desk: Bespoke Property Investment for You
For serious investors, the best property deals move fast. That’s why we created the Private Wealth Desk, offering you exclusive access to off-market opportunities 24 hours before anyone else. Designed for investors with £200,000+ to deploy, we provide more than just deals — we offer personalized strategy, expert guidance, and hands-on support to help you build long-term wealth. From investment consultants to social housing specialists and financial planners, your dedicated team works alongside you to craft a portfolio that delivers sustainable returns.
With proven success stories, like helping a client secure £12 million in property and 50% ROI in just six months, the Private Wealth Desk is your gateway to smarter, more profitable investments. We’re here to give you confidence, clarity, and a real edge in today’s competitive market.
With Flair Agency
We’re excited to share that Flair has officially joined forces with My Property Group! Flair (spearheaded by Company Director Ellis and new Marketing Manager, Abi) has built a strong reputation for creative, results-driven digital marketing—covering everything from paid search and SEO to full campaign strategies. By bringing Flair into the MPG family, we’re not only strengthening our digital offering, but also expanding beyond property into sectors like sport and healthcare. This move allows us to offer even more flexible and innovative marketing solutions to our clients, wherever they operate. It’s a big step forward, and we can’t wait to show you what’s next.
MPG All-Stars
If you ask Timmy what he does after work, he’s probably at one of his many football projects, be that playing, coaching or managing. He’s been instrumental in setting up the MPG All-Stars team here and they kicked off in style with their first game as a team ending in a 12-11 victory with Joe and Slade on fire in front of goal.
Behind the Scenes: Media Day with Jamie and Joe
Jamie and Joe headed out of London to the leafy Berkshire countryside, where they spent the day at the Origins studio. They shared insights into their journey — from being the first employees at MPG to watching the team grow to over 30 — and talked about the ins and outs of the listing and buying process.
Don’t forget to follow us on all our socials to hear more from them and stay updated on the latest in the property world!
See you in the next one for our September wrap-up!