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Nationwide Slashes Mortgage Rates
Nationwide Building Society is cutting mortgage rates by up to 0.3% – a move that could save you thousands of pounds! This good news comes into effect tomorrow (9th July) and applies to various types of mortgages. Here’s a breakdown of what’s changing: New Customers Buying a Home: First-Time Buyers: Remortgaging Your Existing Home: Switching…
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First-Time Buyers Refuse to Be Shaken by Tough Housing Market
Despite soaring interest rates and a wobbly housing market, first-time buyers are refusing to give up on their dreams of owning a home. New figures show they are adapting to the tough conditions and snapping up properties, proving their resilience in the face of economic uncertainty. Over the past couple of years, anyone looking to…
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Hinckley & Rugby Mortgage Rate Cuts Give Homebuyers a Boost
Hinckley & Rugby Building Society has announced good news for first-time buyers and those looking to remortgage, with cuts of up to 0.3% on some of its mortgages. The changes apply to the building society’s Income Flex, Flex Together, and Visa products, with new two and five-year fixed-rate deals now available. These changes come as…
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Labour’s Big Plans to Reform Planning System
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has thrown down the gauntlet, promising a radical shake-up of the UK’s planning system to kick-start a housing boom. She’s aiming to get those shovels in the ground and create a “nation of homeowners” – but will it be enough to unlock the UK’s potential? Reeves has blasted the current planning system…
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Missed Opportunity – Seniors Housing Shortage Spells Gold for Developers
The UK is facing a massive shortage of homes for senior citizens, and it’s only going to get worse. That means huge opportunities for savvy investors looking to capitalise on an ageing population. The numbers don’t lie. JLL, a global real estate firm, has just released a report showing a predicted shortfall of 46,000 seniors…
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UK House Price Indexes: Your Guide to Understanding What the Numbers REALLY Mean!
Trying to understand the housing market can feel like you’re lost in a jungle of confusing numbers. Every month, a bunch of different groups throw out house price figures, and it’s enough to make anyone’s head spin! But don’t worry, we’re here to guide you through the madness. Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious…
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House Prices Dip Across Europe
Good news for buyers? Prices drop in Germany, France and more. Homeowners across Europe are facing uncertain times as house prices take a dip. New data from Eurostat, the EU’s official statistics agency, reveals that house prices across the euro area fell by 0.4% in the first three months of 2024. This downward trend follows…
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Good News for First-Time Buyers as More 95% Mortgages Available
Worried about getting a mortgage with a small deposit? Don’t despair! The number of low-deposit mortgages available has jumped to its highest level in two years, offering a glimmer of hope for aspiring homeowners. The latest figures from Moneyfacts show that there are now 361 different 95% loan-to-value (LTV) mortgages on the market. That means…
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Mortgage Rate War to Bring Cheaper Deals For Homeowners This Summer!
Experts are predicting a mortgage rate war in the coming weeks, which means cheaper deals for you. Banks are battling it out to attract new customers, and they’re slashing their mortgage rates to get your business. This comes as a welcome relief after months of rising interest rates and expensive mortgages. Just last week, big…
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Blips on your Credit Report? New Mortgage Offers Could Help You
Norton Home Loans has launched two new mortgage deals designed to help borrowers with less-than-perfect credit histories get on the property ladder. The new ‘Optimal’ plans, available on both first and second charge mortgages, offer a lifeline for those who have had financial hiccups in the past. Even if you have a history of bad…