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Foxtons Is Crushing It – How This Estate Agent Is Outperforming the Market
If you’re looking to invest in the UK property market, you can’t ignore Foxtons. The London-based estate agent, known for its bright green and yellow Minis, is proving to be a force to be reckoned with, despite the challenging market conditions. Foxtons recently released its first-half results, showcasing a significant turnaround in its fortunes. Here’s…
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Landlords, Get £350 Cashback & Lower Mortgage Rates!
If you’re thinking of adding to your property portfolio, LendInvest has just announced some great news that could save you money! LendInvest, a popular mortgage lender for landlords, has just launched a brand-new offer that includes both cashback and reduced interest rates. Here’s what it means for you: More Than Just Money LendInvest isn’t just…
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London Prime House Prices Surge as Buyers Return to the Market
Property prices in upmarket parts of London have bounced back to levels not seen in a year, with the average asking price now £1.5 million. That’s a jump of 3.4% in just three months, according to the latest Coutts London Prime Property Index. The number of deals being struck has also shot up, with a…
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Green Homes on Their Minds – Young Buyers Demand Eco-Friendly Policies
In a win for the planet, young homeowners are leading the charge for greener homes, putting pressure on politicians to step up their eco game. New research from NatWest and S&P Global reveals that younger homeowners are more passionate about green living than their older counterparts, with almost half (44%) of those aged 18-44 saying…
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Starter Homes Shrinking While Deposits Skyrocket!
First-time buyers face a tough climb up the property ladder as homes get smaller and pricier, while deposits demand a king’s ransom! Thinking of buying your first home? Get ready for a bumpy ride! A new study by Yorkshire Building Society has revealed that first-time buyer properties have shrunk considerably over the past few decades,…
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Can You Get A BTL Mortgage in the UK If You’re Living in Spain?
If you’re thinking of adding a UK buy-to-let property to your retirement portfolio but are living in Spain, you might be wondering – can I even get a mortgage? That’s the question a reader of Inews asked their mortgage expert. The short answer is, yes – but it’s not as straightforward as if you were…
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Detached Houses Now £170k Pricier than Semis – But Buyers Don’t Care!
The dream of owning a detached home is alive and well, even if it means digging deeper into our pockets. It seems Brits are happy to pay a hefty premium for extra space and privacy – with detached properties now £170,000 more expensive than semi-detached homes. According to Lloyds Bank, a third of movers opted…
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Rent Prices Soar to Record Highs in July
Rent prices have gone through the roof! According to the latest figures from Goodlord, the average rent across England has jumped 20% in July, hitting a record high of £1,470 per month. Where are the biggest increases? The North West and South West are seeing the biggest jumps, with rents soaring over 40% in these…
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London Landlords – Your Investment is Worth £14.6 BILLION!
A report, by PwC, found that the private rented sector in London alone generates £14.6 billion in gross value added (GVA) to the UK economy. That’s a massive 2.6% of the total GVA for the entire region. It’s not just about the numbers; this money helps create jobs, build infrastructure, and keep the city running…
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Paragon Slashes Rates on Two-Year BTL Mortgages
Paragon Bank has just announced some tempting new rates on their two-year fixed-rate buy-to-let mortgages. So, if you’re looking to buy or remortgage a property, now could be the perfect time to grab a deal. Paragon are offering rates starting from just 3.89% for single self-contained properties with good energy ratings (A to C). That’s…