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Small Sites Hold Key to Solving UK Housing Crisis, Says New Report
Could building on smaller plots be the answer to the UK’s housing shortage? A new report suggests that this is the only way the government will meet its target of building 1.5 million homes by 2030. The report, called “Land Matters,” reveals a worrying trend in the UK’s housebuilding industry. The number of new homes…
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House Hunters Back in the Game at Auctions
The property market is looking a bit brighter, with more homes going up for auction and buyers battling it out to snap them up. However, experts warn that it’s still a tough market out there. According to the latest Propertymark report, there was a surge in the number of properties available at auction in the…
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Sellers Rush to List Houses Before Election
Nervous sellers are rushing to list their homes before the upcoming general election, hoping to avoid a potential post-election lull and cash in on the current hot market. New data from Home Sale Pack reveals a 22.9% surge in new property listings across Britain in just the last two weeks compared to the start of…
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New Build Dreams Just Got Closer – NatWest Slashes Deposits by £20k!
NatWest has announced an important move for those looking to buy a brand-new home. The banking giant has increased the amount buyers can borrow on new build properties, meaning significantly lower upfront deposits. What’s Changed? NatWest has bumped up its maximum loan-to-value ratios (LTV) for new builds: What Does This Mean For Your Wallet? With…
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London First-Time Buyers Hit 20-Year High
Good news for anyone dreaming of owning a home in London: first-time buyers are back in a big way! New research from estate agent Benham and Reeves shows that 181,000 people took their first step onto the property ladder in London during 2022/2023. That’s a massive jump of 24% compared to the previous year and…
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LendInvest Makes Bridge-to-Let Easier
LendInvest has combined their bridging finance and buy-to-let products into one smooth service. This means you can now get the money you need to buy your next property and then quickly switch over to a long-term mortgage – all in one place. This new process offers some advantages for landlords: What’s the Big Deal? Sophie…
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Mortgage Rate Cuts from Furness Building Society
Furness Building Society has announced cuts to its fixed-rate mortgages for both residential and buy-to-let properties. The biggest drops are on two and five-year fixed-rate deals: These deals are available for loans up to 80% of the property value. So, for example, if you’re buying a £200,000 home, you’ll need a deposit of at least…
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Selling Your Home on Social Media – Is It Worth the Risk?
It’s tempting to splash your home across social media when you want to sell it, especially in a tough market. But is using a property influencer to flog your luxury pad really a good idea? Camilla Dell, the brains behind the buying agency Black Brick, has seen it all and warns sellers to be cautious.…
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Bradford First-Time Buyer House Prices Rise by a Third in Five Years!
Thinking of buying your first home in Bradford? Brace yourselves! The latest figures from the Land Registry reveal that the average price for first-time buyer properties in Bradford has shot up by a staggering 30% in the last five years. Back in April 2019, new buyers could snag a home for around £118,900. Fast forward…
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Airbnb Host? Get Ready for a New Holiday Let Tax Regime!
Get ready, holiday let landlords, because the taxman is coming for you! From April 5th, 2025, the rules for how you declare your holiday let income are changing. These changes could hit your pocket hard, so it’s crucial you understand what’s happening and how to prepare. Get Ready for a Tax Squeeze! The government is…