Tax and Insurance | Key Challenges for Investors in 2025

In this week's episode of The Investor's Corner, Mike and Andy are joined by Luke Masters, Director of Survey Network. Together, they unpack the takeaways from our recent Home Movers Webinar for 2025, including insights into interest rates, potential stamp duty changes, and the importance of proper Reinstatement Cost Assessments (RCA)

In this week’s episode of The Investor’s Corner, Mike and Andy are joined by Luke Masters, Director of Survey Network. Together, they unpack the key takeaways from the recent Home Movers Webinar for 2025, including insights into interest rates, potential stamp duty changes, and the importance of staying insured through proper Reinstatement Cost Assessments (RCA).

Even though we experienced some technical difficulties during our recent webinar, this session highlighted key considerations for property investors in 2025. You can still catch the full webinar, this session highlighted key considerations for property investors in 2025. You can still catch the full webinar replay here.

Key Topics Covered:
  • Interest Rates and Market Trends for 2025: Predictions on what lies ahead for property investors
  • Stamp Duty Changes: Why waiting until after April 2025 could make financial sense.
  • Reinstatement Cost Assessments (RCA): Why staying updated on RCAs is essential for insurance.
  • Avoiding Underinsurance: Simple tips to protect your property investment.

Key Takeaways:
  1. Prepare for Interest Rate Changes: Stay informed to make smarter decisions.
  2. Timing Your Property Purchase: April 2025 could be a turning point for buyers due to stamp duty adjustments.
  3. Review Your Insurance Regularly: Ensure your RCA is current to avoid underinsurance.

For professional advice on property surveys or RCAs, contact Luke Masters at Survey Network:

📞 Call: 07920 063812

🌐 Website: Survey Network

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