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Worst of slowdown in housing market activity may be starting to pass – surveyors

The Standard

July 8, 2026

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Worst of slowdown in housing market activity may be starting to pass – surveyors

Housing market activity is likely to remain relatively subdued in the near term until there is further clarity, Rics said.

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