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June, 2019
Over a third of prospective home buyers to rely on Bank of Mum and Dad

The latest data and analysis from Legal & General has revealed that lending at the Bank of Mum and Dad (BoMaD) has increased on average by £6,000 during the last year as young people continue to struggle to get on the property ladder. ...Read more

June, 2019
Rightmove: Average new asking prices close to record high

The latest data and analysis from Rightmove has revealed that average new asking prices are close to a record high, up 0.3% on a monthly basis at £309,348, with new all-time price highs in the east midlands, north west, Wales, and Yorkshire & the Humber. ...Read more

June, 2019
Retirement plans to include property for half of homeowners aged over 45

The latest analysis from the Equity Release Council has revealed that 51% of homeowners aged 45 and over see money invested in property as part of their financial plans for later life. ...Read more

June, 2019
Homes England: Rise in homes built by govt schemes

Building work began on 45,692 new homes through government-run programmes in the year to April, the highest figure for nine years according to Homes England. ...Read more

June, 2019
Halifax: Recovery and confidence returning to the market

The latest data and analysis from Halifax has revealed that average house prices in May edged up to £237,837 - a rise of 0.5% on the month as the first signs of stability return to the market. ...Read more

June, 2019
Government makes it easier to begin housing development

The government has introduced new rules for housing developers which aim to make it quicker and easier to begin building properties. ...Read more

June, 2019
Location remains key for over 65s

A new Senior Living Survey has revealed that location remains the most important factor when choosing a property for the UK's over 65s. ...Read more

June, 2019
Top tips to get your garden ready for summer

Believe it or not, summer is just around the corner. We might not get the record-breaking temperatures of last year, but with 48% of us citing summer as the season we spend the most time in our gardens, it's time for some top tips to help us get the most out of our outdoor space. ...Read more