We’re pleased to share that our Managing Director, Roshan Sivapalan MRICS, has been quoted as a leading industry voice in a recent article on Mortgage Soup titled ‘Higher mortgage rates hit buyer demand’.
The piece, published in April 2026, explores the latest findings from the RICS Residential Market Survey. It examines how higher borrowing costs and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty continue to affect buyer demand and agreed sales across the UK, particularly in southern England and London.
Roshan’s contribution offers a grounded perspective on the current climate:
“Ongoing Middle East uncertainty and recent mortgage rate increases are suppressing sales activity. However, demand persists for realistically priced stock, and the market continues to function where pricing aligns with buyer expectations.”
The article also features expert commentary from other notable figures, including Tarrant Parsons (RICS), Tomer Aboody (MT Finance), and Jeremy Leaf (former RICS residential chairman).
You can read the full piece here: Higher mortgage rates hit buyer demand
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