Brits keener on second homes

Brits keener on second homes

A third of Brits either currently own a second home or would consider buying one in the UK according to a recent survey conducted by The Guild of Property Professionals which found that 35 to 44 year old's are the most likely to consider purchasing a second home in the country.

Iain McKenzie, chief executive of The Guild of Property Professionals, said: “Approximately 1 million people in the UK, which equates to around 4% of all households, have turned their dream into a reality and own a second property. To read more on this story, please click here


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