Sherry FitzGerald, Ireland’s largest estate agent, reported today (Tuesday May 20th, 2025) that capital flows into the Irish property market totalled €28.7 billion in 2024. This represents a robust 13% increase on the €25.5 billion recorded in 2023. Improvements in capital spend were seen across the commercial and residential property sectors.
Understanding family law valuation
A family law valuation is a property valuation for divorce proceedings or legal separation. The process must be undertaken by a registered valuer. A Family Law Valuation Report outlines the market value of a property. It is a legal document and may be used in court.
As we move into May and the promise of summer begins to show, many homeowners across Ireland are starting to prepare their properties for the market.
“Rising property prices, supply shortages, and geopolitical uncertainty intensify housing market pressures”
Statement by Marian Finnegan, Managing Director, Sherry FitzGerald
Friday 4th April 2025
When someone dies, and property is part of their estate, a Probate Valuation Report is required to calculate inheritance tax. This is an official document and must be undertaken by a registered valuer.
Most buyers do a lot of legal legwork before buying a second-hand home, but is it the same with new homes?
Sherry FitzGerald Gleeson, based in Thurles, Co. Tipperary, has been named the Sherry FitzGerald Countrywide Member of the Year for 2025 .This prestigious accolade was announced at the annual Sherry FitzGerald conference, held at the Lyrath Estate Hotel in Kilkenny.
Sherry FitzGerald Research's latest bi-annual analysis highlights a critical shortage in available housing stock, reaching a new historic low. In January 2025, just 10,380 second-hand properties were listed for sale nationwide, representing a mere 0.5% of Ireland’s private housing stock.
The New Year is all about making a new start. If you’re planning on selling your property, this is an excellent time to begin the process. Potential buyers are energised and highly motivated. They’ve probably made a New Year’s resolution to buy a new home! To tap into that energy, get your property on the market at the start of the year.
Sherry FitzGerald, Ireland's largest estate agent, today announced a 7.2% increase in the average value of second-hand homes nationwide in 2024, up from 3.8% in 2023.
Sherry FitzGerald Launches New Franchise in Athlone, Led by Liam Quain
Sherry FitzGerald is pleased to announce the launch of a brand-new franchise in Athlone, which will now trade as Sherry FitzGerald Quain. This new venture will be led by Liam Quain, an experienced professional with over 20 years of expertise in the property industry, having worked across Cork, Limerick, and Dublin.
Rightsizing, also known as downsizing, means moving to more suitable housing as people’s requirements change. It generally happens in later life when people move from a family home to a smaller and more manageable property.
The Northern Ireland residential market saw an increase in both activity and price growth during the opening half of 2024 .
While not the panacea to solve the housing crisis, Budget 2025 includes some good news for those who rent their homes and those who intend to buy.
