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A well-managed property portfolio can provide a sturdy and reliable stream of income and could contribute significantly towards your long-term financial health. So, if you’re ready to add another property to your portfolio, now is the time to do so. As we head into a fresh new year, here are some of the key reasons for investing in property in 2025:

Growth forecasted

If you’re asking yourself: ‘Why should I invest in the UK property market?’ You only need to look at 2025’s outlook for your answer. According to Statista, the rental market is on track for growth of nearly 21% by 2028.*

Since 2021, rental growth has gained substantial momentum, with March 2024 witnessing the highest annual growth in a decade.* This trend reflects the complex dynamics between rising mortgage rates, constrained housing affordability, and a limited supply of rental properties.

Supply shortages

Despite recent improvements, the rental property market continues to face supply shortages. Although the number of available rental homes has increased by 18% compared to last year, there are still 24% fewer properties available than before the pandemic.**

This persistent shortage leaves renters with fewer options and heightened competition for available homes. For property investors, this represents a prime opportunity. If you have a solid understanding of the market and experience in property investment, now is an excellent time to expand your portfolio, not only to capitalise on strong demand but also to help address the ongoing supply challenges.

High demand

Demand for rental properties is expected to remain strong throughout 2025, driven by a combination of factors. While supply shortages are a significant contributor, the lack of affordable housing for potential buyers is also a major influence. The consistent upward trajectory in house prices will make homeownership less attainable for many, further increasing the demand for rental accommodations. As a result, property investors may expect sustained demand and potentially higher rental yields in the coming years.*

Interested in expanding your investment portfolio? Contact us for expert guidance!

*Home.co.uk

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I had a fantastic experience with Richard Kendall Estate Agent. Their team was professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful throughout the entire process. They made everything clear and straightforward, which really helped reduce any stress. Communication was excellent from start to finish always prompt, friendly, and transparent. They kept me updated every step of the way and were always happy to answer any questions. Abujor 10/04/2026

We used Richard Kendall to find and purchase our first property. The company, including our assigned estate agent Karen Marijewko, have been fantastic and provided service well beyond what we expected. Karen took excellent care of us, kept us updated at every stage, and pushed the sale forward, making the whole process less stressful and much more efficient for us as first-time buyers. Karen scheduled weekly updates with us and always kept to them, ensuring that information was followed up even when solicitors did not. She truly went above and beyond, and many of our family members commented that their estate agents did not come close to the level of service we received. We were extremely happy with the support provided and would be more than happy to use their services again in the future. Jakub 10/04/2026

Professional, reliable, and excellent customer service. Highly recommend Richard Kendall's. Thank you for going above and beyond! Your patience and support made a huge difference in the process. Communication was outstanding from start to finish. Every question was answered and I always felt well informed. Karen was brilliant! Always there to help and advise, she is a great asset to the team! Thank you to Sarah and Miranda too who were very helpful and friendly. Kim 10/04/2026

Donna and Joanne have been a pleasure to have as my estate agents. They have been on it none stop to ensure the sale of my property and get me and my family moved into our new home. Really can’t thank them enough for all the work they have done, they really went above and beyond. Milly 10/04/2026

Big thanks to Emily Dunbar at Richard Kendall’s Wakefield. They were handling my purchase and Emily was always proactive, timely and efficient. I always felt I knew where I was in the process. Karen 10/04/2026

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