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House Hunters Back in Force but Price Wars Continue
Good news for sellers – buyer demand is on the rise again with more people registering with estate agents in July. But the bad news? The difference between what sellers want and buyers will pay is getting wider. Propertymark, the experts in all things housing, say their members saw an average of 71 new buyers…
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House Prices Set to Rise Despite “Painful” Budget, Says Expert
Experts predict house prices will climb by 3% this year, even with the upcoming budget expected to bring financial challenges. Despite Prime Minister Keir Starmer warning of a “painful” budget looming, property expert Tom Brill, head of UK residential research at Knight Frank, believes the housing market remains strong. While the Prime Minister has hinted…
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Barclays Lowers Mortgage Rates and Launches New Deals for Homebuyers
Good news for anyone looking to buy a home or remortgage – Barclays is launching new deals and cutting rates! From 3rd September, Barclays is adding cheaper mortgages for both new and existing customers. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or looking to remortgage your current home, you could find a better deal. Here’s what’s changing:…
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Nottingham Joins Mortgage Rate Price War!
Nottingham Building Society has jumped on the bandwagon and cut mortgage rates by up to 1.6%! This follows hot on the heels of high street giants NatWest, Barclays and HSBC, who’ve also announced cuts to their mortgage rates. Nottingham Building Society is cutting rates across a range of their fixed-rate mortgages, making it cheaper for…
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MFS Cuts Rates on BTL Mortgages, Bridging and Fusion Loans
Looking to secure a bridging loan, buy-to-let mortgage or a hybrid product that combines the best of both worlds? Market Financial Solutions (MFS) has just slashed rates across their entire product range, offering attractive deals for those looking to invest in property. MFS’s Bridge Fusion product, launched earlier this year, provides a unique blend of…
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Mortgage Hope for Homeowners as HSBC Reduces Rates!
HSBC is cutting mortgage rates across the board. From tomorrow (Tuesday, September 3rd), you’ll find cheaper deals whether you’re buying your first home, moving up the property ladder, or remortgaging. Here’s what you need to know: Existing HSBC Customers: First-Time Buyers & Home Movers: Going Green Pays Off: Remortgaging Just Got Easier: Landlords Aren’t Left…
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Grand Designs’ Kevin McCloud Reveals his Biggest Home Design Bugbear
After 25 years of watching people build their dream homes, McCloud is tired of seeing houses with more toilets than people! In a recent interview, he called the trend “absurd” and questioned why people are so obsessed with having multiple bathrooms for guests. And it seems he’s not alone. While many homeowners are adding extra…
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Landlords Are Going Block-Busting – Why Multi-Unit Freehold Blocks Are Hot Right Now
For landlords, there’s a new property type on the block – literally! Multi-Unit Freehold Blocks (MUFBs) are becoming a real hot ticket for investors looking to boost their returns. What’s the Deal with MUFBs? Simply put, a MUFB is a building with multiple apartments or flats, where the landlord owns the entire building – freehold…
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Rent Price Growth Hits 7% in August
Rents are still soaring, but could this be the peak? It’s good news for landlords: rental prices have jumped by 7% in the last year, according to new data from Goodlord. That means the average rent across England is now a hefty £1,438 per month. But don’t get too excited just yet. While the annual…
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London Second Homes are Worth £6 BILLION!
Fancy a second home in Kensington and Chelsea? You’ll need deep pockets – properties here are worth a staggering £6 billion! New research has revealed that London’s poshest neighbourhoods boast the most expensive second homes in the UK. Estate agent Benham and Reeves found Kensington and Chelsea’s second home market is worth a cool £6…