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Could the October Budget Trigger House Price Rise?
Could the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget be the magic bullet that gets the UK property market moving again? A new report suggests house-hunters are waiting to see what Labour announces before making an offer on a property. Traditionally, Budgets have given the property market a shot in the arm. Estate agent comparison site GetAgent.co.uk found the…
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Robot Estate Agents? Get Ready for AI to Turbocharge Your House Hunt!
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is about to shake up the property market, promising to make buying and selling your home faster, cheaper and way less stressful. According to brand new research from global real estate gurus CBRE, AI could soon be doing the heavy lifting when it comes to all the boring paperwork and admin that…
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What Students Want from Accommodation – Opportunity for Property Investors?
Students Crave Affordable, Secure Housing with Top-Notch Wellbeing Support A new report reveals that 65% of university applicants consider the availability of suitable accommodation when choosing where to study. This highlights a golden opportunity for landlords and property investors to cater to the growing demand for student housing. Affordability Crisis Drives Demand for Purpose-Built Student…
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SVR Mortgage Rate Cuts Give Hope to House Buyers
Mortgage rates are finally falling, making it cheaper to buy your dream home. Just a month after the Bank of England slashed interest rates to 5%, we’re seeing some relief in the mortgage market. The average interest rate you’ll pay on a standard variable rate mortgage (SVR) has dipped below 8% for the first time…
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First-Time Buyers Find It Takes FIVE MONTHS Longer to Buy a House
Thinking of getting a foot on the property ladder? Brace yourselves! New research reveals that first-time buyers are wildly underestimating the time it takes to buy their first home. According to a study by Aldermore Bank, those dreaming of owning a home are out of touch with the reality of the housing market, leading to…
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Mortgage Rates Reduced by Principality
Good news for house-hunters! Principality Intermediaries has announced cuts to their mortgage rates, making it cheaper to buy a home. The building society has reduced rates on a range of two, three and five-year fixed-rate mortgages, by as much as 0.25%. This applies to mortgages with an 80% loan-to-value (LTV), meaning you’d need a 20%…
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Suffolk Building Society Makes Holiday Let Mortgages Cheaper for Expats
Suffolk Building Society has announced it is cutting interest rates on its mortgages for expats looking to invest in holiday lets in the UK. The building society is reducing rates on its two-year discount and its two and five-year fixed rate deals. It has also increased the maximum loan size for its expat holiday let…
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Milton Keynes House Prices Rising
Good news for Milton Keynes homeowners: house prices are rising! But how does this compare to the rest of the South East, and what does it mean for buyers and sellers? The latest figures show that the average house price in your area has jumped to £321,883. That’s a 2.95% increase in just one month…
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Wrexham House Prices Dip in July
House prices in Wrexham experienced a slight dip this July, but don’t worry, the long-term outlook is still positive. The Land Registry’s latest figures show that the average house price in Wrexham during July was £201,514. This represents a 0.5% decrease compared to June. However, it’s crucial to keep in mind that this small dip…
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Mortgage War Continues with Rates Below 4% – Best Deals this Week
Good news for anyone looking to buy a house! Mortgage rates are falling fast, with some experts predicting they could plummet as low as 3.5% by the end of the year. This comes as lenders brace for a potential mortgage war, slashing their rates in a bid to attract new customers. This means cheaper monthly…