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Lincolnshire House Prices – Winners and Losers in the Property Market
Find out if your neighbourhood is booming or seeing prices plummet! New data from online estate agent Purplebricks has revealed which areas in Lincolnshire are experiencing soaring house prices – and which are seeing values tumble. Overall, the average house price in Lincolnshire has risen by a healthy 2% compared to this time last year.…
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Airbnb’s Secret Weapon – New Perks to Beat Hotels
It’s a classic battle: Airbnb vs. Hotels. But Airbnb is now fighting back with a secret weapon – new perks that could convince travelers to ditch hotels altogether. Forget the Hotel Experience, Airbnb is Now Bringing the Spa to You! Imagine this: You’re on holiday, relaxing in your Airbnb, when you decide you want a…
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Developers Agree Government Targets Could Be Key to Unlock Housing Boom
The property development sector is breathing a sigh of relief as the new government throws its weight behind tackling planning delays. Planning Permission: A Major Bottleneck A recent survey by Shawbrook Bank revealed that a whopping 74% of developers believe that the government setting clear housebuilding targets for local councils will be the key to…
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Landlords Get 7 Years to Improve Homes’ Energy Ratings
Get ready, landlords! The government is cracking down on energy-guzzling rental properties. They’re bringing in a new law that forces you to make your properties more energy-efficient. What’s Changing? Right now, you only need an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of “E” to rent out your property. But, starting in 2030, you’ll need to upgrade…
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Gen H Slashes Mortgage Rates – sub-5% Deals Back on the Table!
Generation Home (Gen H) has announced big cuts to its mortgage rates, with some deals now available at under 5%. The company has reduced rates across the board, with some products seeing cuts of up to 0.3% (that’s 30 basis points in mortgage-speak!). This includes their popular ‘homebuying bundle’, which combines a mortgage with legal…
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Election Jitters Fade and Home Sellers Return to the Market
After months of sitting tight, nervous homeowners are finally putting their properties up for sale, with areas that voted Labour and Lib Dem seeing the biggest increase. The recent election seems to have given people more confidence, with a 13% increase in new homes hitting the market across the UK compared to this time last…
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Family Building Society Lowers Mortgage Rates
Homebuyers and those looking to remortgage could be in for a welcome boost as Family Building Society has announced cuts to its fixed-rate mortgages. The building society has reduced rates across its residential repayment and interest-only products, offering some relief to borrowers feeling the pinch of the cost of living crisis. Here’s a breakdown of…
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London House Prices Slashed – Bag a Bargain in Your Borough!
Over a third of homes for sale in London have had their asking prices slashed – meaning big savings for buyers like you! Estate agent Benham and Reeves’ latest figures show 34% of London homes currently on the market have had a price reduction. Fancy a posh pad at a discount? Kensington and Chelsea tops…
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Green is the New Gold – Sustainable Buildings Drive London’s Office Market
Get ready to ditch the old, grey, concrete jungle – the London office market is going green. Demand for sustainable office space is booming, with financial firms leading the charge. Leasing activity soared in the second quarter of the year, according to Savills, a leading real estate firm. Here’s the lowdown: The shift towards sustainable…
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House Prices Set to Rise – But Booms Are Over
Good news – house prices are going up! But don’t expect another property price explosion… For years, buying a house felt like watching your money grow on trees. Prices were shooting up! But lately, things have been a bit more, well, normal. After a bit of a dip last year, experts reckon house prices are…