The Property Podcast Budget Reaction: Everything you need to know
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Nov 27, 2025 Rob and Rob share their thoughts on the recent budget, highlighting their frustrations with the political build-up. They debate whether the budget lived up to the hype and point out major investor-relief items that were notably absent. The duo criticizes the lack of ambitious investment plans while discussing key changes affecting property investors, including tax shifts and the new council tax. They conclude that the calmer budget could boost market sentiment, potentially creating new opportunities for investors.
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Budget Lacked Ambition
- The budget felt like a 'keep your job' exercise rather than ambitious economic planning.
- Rob Bence and Rob Dix argue it avoided big shocks but offered no long-term vision to stimulate growth.
Hosts' Immediate Frustration After Rumours
- Rob Bence recalls nearly recording immediately after the budget because he was very annoyed.
- He describes the build-up of rumours last year and this year that amplified fear and stalled activity.
Pre-Budget Rumours Hurt Activity
- Many feared drastic tax changes but the budget turned out mostly normal for property investors.
- Rob Bence highlights the repeated pre-budget scare tactics that stalled investment and activity.