A few local hot-spots aside, 2011 was not a great year for UK property markets. But the signs are that 2012 will be worse. Activity will remain weak and both commercial and residential property prices are likely to fall by at least 5%. If events in the euro-zone trigger another major financial shock, there is ample potential, especially in the residential market, for another 2008-style slump.
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