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August, 2017
Building societies maintain high share of mortgage market

The latest data from the Building Societies' Association has revealed that developments in the wider economy are making it more challenging for homebuyers and savers. ...Read more

August, 2017
First time buyers given boost by equity release

New research from Retirement Advantage has revealed that during the first half of 2017, 13 first-time buyers were helped onto the housing ladder every week thanks to relatives who released equity from their homes. ...Read more

August, 2017
Can energy saving improvements increase the value of your home?

A new report published by leading global real estate advisors CBRE Residential reveals the true environmental impact of residential property, suggests how to create truly eco-friendly homes and considers the long-term premiums attached. ...Read more

August, 2017
Mortgage arrears and possessions decline in Q2 2017

The number of mortgages in arrears of 2.5% or more has reached its lowest level since 1994 at 88,200. ...Read more

August, 2017
Compromise key when you are a first time buyer

Post Office Money surveyed more than 1000 people who made their property ownership goals a reality in the last 24 months and found that compromise was the key to realising their dreams. ...Read more

August, 2017
Homelet: Confidence among landlords see rents rise in July

The latest report from Homelet has revealed that rental price inflation has returned in the UK, rising by 1.1%. ...Read more

August, 2017
UK household wealth now over £10 trillion

Research from Lloyds has revealed that during 2016, total household wealth in the UK reached an estimated £10.5 trillion. This is an increase of £892 billion (or 9%) from £9.6 trillion in 2015. ...Read more

August, 2017
UK leads the way for digital house hunting

A study from HSBC has found the UK is leading the way in online property research as 93% of prospective home buyers revealed they use online channels to enhance property search. ...Read more