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What explains the widespread falls in property values in March?

Economic theory suggests that the increased transaction costs stemming from the recent changes to the stamp duty regime should be fully and quickly reflected in lower capital values. March’s widespread falls in the IPD indices suggest that, while perhaps not complete, this process is well underway.


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