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Mortgage Deals Get a Shelf-Life Boost
Mortgage hunters are getting more time to secure a deal, with the average offer now lasting twice as long as it did just a month ago. Back in June, you had a tiny window of just 15 days to lock in a mortgage offer. But hold onto your hats, because that’s now doubled to 30…
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Northern Property Boom – Searches Rise by 67% in Just One Year!
Could cheaper houses and the rise of working from home be tempting homebuyers to head north? It’s official – the North of England is the place to be for house hunters, with mortgage searches in major cities soaring by 67% in just twelve months. New data from mortgage technology experts, Twenty7tec, reveals that Leeds, Bradford,…
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Co-living – The Future of Property? Investors Are Betting Big
It’s not just a trend, it’s a booming industry. Co-living, the idea of purpose-built accommodation with shared spaces and social events, is attracting serious money. Co-living has evolved from the old-school HMOs (houses in multiple occupation) that you might have lived in as a student. Think shared kitchens, maybe a bathroom or two, and not…
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London Prime Property – Labour’s Win Could Be a Boost for Investors
The recent Labour victory has sparked a wave of optimism amongst London’s property investors, with analysts predicting a strong rebound in the prime property market. Pent-Up Demand and Interest Rate Cuts Experts believe that the election results have cleared the air, prompting a surge in buying activity, City AM reports. “A lot of buyers were…
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Rental Demand is On the Rise
Good news for landlords – the latest figures show that the demand for rental properties is starting to pick up! Rental demand is on the rise, especially in the south The number of tenants looking for homes has increased by 1.5% since the start of the year, according to research by Zero Deposit. This means…
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Commercial Property Boom Back On? Retail Leads the Charge
Good news, commercial property investors – the market is starting to look a little brighter! For the second month running, commercial property values are on the rise, according to the latest figures from CBRE. This is a welcome change after a tough few years. Retail Is Back In Fashion One of the biggest surprises is…
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Forget the South, Head North for Property Deals!
House hunters priced out of the South are flocking North for affordable homes in booming areas like Bradford, Blackpool and Rochdale. That’s according to the latest figures from property portal OnTheMarket, which tracks house hunter interest across the UK. The North-South divide is more apparent than ever, with northern towns dominating the list of property…
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Rent Rises Cooling Down in London’s Prime Areas
According to property experts Knight Frank, rents in prime central London only went up by 3.5% in the year to June. That’s the smallest increase since July 2021. It’s a similar story in prime outer London where rents rose by 3.6%. Why are rents cooling down? Remember when rents went crazy high? That’s because there…
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Are Heat Pumps Too Noisy for Your Neighbourhood?
As the UK transitions towards greener energy solutions, heat pumps are becoming increasingly popular. But how noisy are they, and could they be a nuisance to your neighbours? The government is pushing for millions of heat pumps to be installed in homes across the UK by 2030 to help reach net zero carbon emission targets.…
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More Mortgage Rate Cuts – Virgin Money and Skipton Slash Costs for Borrowers
Virgin Money and Skipton Building Society are cutting mortgage rates, making it cheaper to borrow. Virgin Money, the banking giant, is slashing rates on selected residential and buy-to-let mortgages by up to a hefty 22 basis points. This means lower monthly repayments for borrowers. Here’s a breakdown of Virgin Money’s reductions: From 8pm tonight (8th…