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The five types of property London homebuyers should avoid in 2024

Source: Daniel Lynch

January can be a great time to buy a house as a fresh wave of properties comes on to the market and long-standing vendors slash their prices in search of new beginnings.

On the other hand we all know that mortgage rates are high, the economy is sluggish and a general election is imminent with all the uncertainty that can bring.

So how do you make sure the new-year-new-you doesn't make a costly mistake in the property market? Our experts tell you what NOT to buy in the capital in 2024.

Don't buy: a new one-bed flat

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