Tag: First-Time Buyers
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Would You Sacrifice Your Dream Job to Get a Mortgage?
Are you itching to ditch the daily grind and chase your passions? Think carefully – it could be harming your chances of getting a mortgage. New research reveals that a staggering one in four Brits have abandoned their dream jobs due to fears of being rejected by mortgage lenders. A recent survey of 2,000 adults…
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First-Time Buyers Flood Back to the Housing Market
First-time buyer searches jumped up by 9.1% in September! This follows a 5.4% rise in August, meaning more and more people are looking to buy their first home. This surge in interest comes as mortgage rates become more affordable. The average rate on a 5-year fixed mortgage is currently around 4.5%, making it a good…
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House Prices Climb for Third Month Running – Halifax
UK house prices are on the up again! They’ve risen for the third month in a row, with the average price now just shy of the all-time high. But what does this mean for you if you’re thinking of buying or selling? Prices Edge Upwards The average price of a UK home went up by…
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Barnsley House Prices Dipped in July
Barnsley’s house prices took a bit of a tumble last month, and here’s the summary of what’s going on. July saw the average house price in Barnsley drop to £165,820. That’s a 0.8% decrease compared to June. But before you hit the panic button, it’s important to remember that this trend isn’t unique to Barnsley.…
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First-time buyers! Bag a house without paying ANY stamp duty – but hurry, the clock is ticking!
Could you get on the property ladder without paying thousands of pounds in stamp duty? Yes, but you need to act fast! New research from estate agents Lomond reveals 66% of homes for sale in England are priced under £425,000 – meaning first-time buyers (FTBs) like YOU could dodge that hefty tax bill. Right now,…
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NatWest Cuts Mortgage Rates by Up to 0.15%
NatWest is giving both new and existing borrowers a welcome boost by cutting some of its mortgage rates. This means cheaper monthly payments for anyone lucky enough to get one of these deals. Here’s a breakdown: For those buying a new home: First-time buyers If you’re stepping onto the property ladder for the first time…
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Barclays Cuts Rates, Launches First-Time Buyer Mortgages
Barclays is launching new mortgage deals specifically designed for first-time buyers, as well as cutting rates on a range of existing mortgages by up to 0.5%. From tomorrow (4th October), borrowers will be able to access two new deals: New ‘Premier’ Fixed-Rate Mortgages: Rate Reductions on Existing Mortgages: In addition to the new deals, Barclays…
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House Prices Rising, Mortgage Rates Falling – Best Deals This Week
The mortgage market is looking good for borrowers this week, with rates tumbling across the board. Banks are slashing their fixed-rate deals, making it cheaper to borrow. This has led to a surge in the number of people getting mortgages approved. This is great news if you’re hoping to buy a home, but there’s a…
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Saffron Announces Mortgage Rate Cuts Across its Range
Saffron Building Society has slashed mortgage rates across the board, making it cheaper for first-time buyers, home movers and those looking to remortgage. Good news for borrowers! Saffron has reduced rates on all of its mortgage products, with some fixed-rate deals falling by as much as 0.6%. Here are the key takeaways: Boost for Professionals…
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HSBC Cuts Mortgage Rates – Price War Continues!
Mortgage giant HSBC is slashing its fixed rates, making it even cheaper to borrow! From today (3rd October), HSBC will be dropping rates across a range of mortgages, including deals for: Even existing HSBC customers can benefit, with cheaper rates on offer for those switching to a new fixed-rate deal. This is great news if…