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Revealed: The hottest spots for first-time buyers in Britain

New research by Halifax has revealed Britain’s hottest locations for firs...
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UK housing market takes time out: A cooling trend or a sign of things to come?

It seems like just yesterday we were talking about soaring house prices but...
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Post-Budget blues? Here’s what homebuyers should be looking out for

City pundits and financial experts are still trying to fathom out the real ...
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Surge in mortgage approvals and climbing property prices points to recovering housing market

The housing market continued its recovery in August with mortgage approvals...
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The new Labour government has committed to building 370,000 homes per year, but is it realistic?

The new Labour government has committed to building 370,000 homes per year,...
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Inflation and interest rates: Will we be seeing another cut in September?

Inflation rose for the first time this year in July, jumping back above the...
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First interest rate cut in four years brings boost to homeowners

The Bank of England voted to cut the cost of borrowing for the first time i...
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Overpaying your mortgage can save you thousands if you can afford it

It’s always worth saving for a rainy day but have you thought about using...
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Do I need to have a will if I am buying a house or remortgaging?

This may come as a surprise, but when it comes to buying a house for the fi...
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What do I need to know or do before I take out my mortgage or remortgage?

Buying a home, moving house or even just remortgaging can be one of the mos...
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What do I need to consider when looking at a shared ownership property?

One of the first things to look at if you’re considering purchasing a hom...
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Is a good credit rating important when taking out a mortgage?

Need a loan or a mortgage? You’ll need a good credit rating first to make...

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