‘These are the best conditions for home buyers for some years’ – Zoopla
Property prices are still falling across most of the UK as supply improves - with buyers in London and the South East securing the biggest asking price discounts.
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Latest portal data suggests London's deal tally is up 8% on the year, while supply is up 13%.
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