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2026: UK's Housing Market at Tech-Politics Crossroads

1/6/2026

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In 2026, Britain's housing market faces a pivotal moment as mortgage platforms seek to become central financial hubs by using data to deepen consumer relationships.
Chris Goodfellow of Acre notes the shift from transaction-focused services to ongoing client engagement.
Companies in home decarbonization face political uncertainty, with climate policies now in question, according to Simon Bones of Genous.
The tension between technology and politics could shape the housing sector's future.

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Story summary

In 2026, Britain's housing market faces a pivotal moment as mortgage platforms seek to become central financial hubs by using data to deepen consumer relationships.
Chris Goodfellow of Acre notes the shift from transaction-focused services to ongoing client engagement.
Companies in home decarbonization face political uncertainty, with climate policies now in question, according to Simon Bones of Genous.
The tension between technology and politics could shape the housing sector's future.