House Prices Up 21%: Buying A Home In 2022

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Why Have Prices Increased?

The average house property price has now reached a record number at £282,753, according to Halifax’s latest house price index. Nationwide’s Chief Economist, Robert Gardner, also highlights that the significant savings during the pandemic are likely to have helped buyers raise a more significant deposit, which they are now looking to spend on a house. This has created an increased demand for housing, with limited stock on the market causing property prices to soar. 

Gardner also considers that the continued demand for housing may be attributed to labour market conditions, which continue to be strong. Assuming that the market conditions maintain this strength, the Bank of England is likely to increase interest rates further, which will affect mortgage repayments for buyers. 

What Does This Mean For Buyers In 2022? 

With more sellers expected to come to the market during the spring months, for the remaining portion of 2022, it is expected that this will take the pressure off of the current housing demand and likely cool off the rising house prices. If you’re considering buying a house, we recommend considering longer-term options to curve the predicted increase in the Bank of England’s interest rates, with many of our clients currently looking at five-year mortgages over two-year mortgages.

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