Geopolitical Impacts on Spring 2026 Valuations: Expert Witness Strategies from RICS February Survey Data
A net balance of -39% in buyer enquiries by March 2026 represents more than just market correction—it signals a fundamental shift in how geopolitical uncertainty translates into measurable valuation impacts. The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) February 2026 survey data reveals that Middle East conflict escalation has triggered the sharpest deterioration in buyer sentiment […]
Building Surveys for 2026 Agreed Sales Recovery: Checklists for Least Negative Readings Since June 2025 per RICS
The UK property market is showing its first genuine signs of recovery in months. According to the latest RICS UK Residential Survey, agreed sales reached a net balance of -9% in January 2026—the least negative reading since June 2025 and a significant improvement from the depths of late 2025.[1] This turning point signals renewed momentum […]
