Moving House

Latest updates on house prices, property market changes and what you need to think about if you plan to move house in the near future.

8 key things to do before you move home

8 key things to do before you move home

Make your forthcoming house move as smooth as possible with our handy checklist of things to take care of before you head for your new abode… Moving home can be both an exciting and daunting experience. Whether moving to a new city, downsizing or upgrading to a bigger...

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House prices fall by an average of £14,000 in a year

House prices fall by an average of £14,000 in a year

UK house prices fell by 4.6% annually and 1.9% in August – the most significant monthly drop since November 2022 – but Halifax says it may be a good thing for potential first-time buyers. Latest figures published in Halifax’s House Price Index show that a typical UK...

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The base rate goes up to 5.25%

The base rate goes up to 5.25%

The base rate has gone up to 5.25%, marking the fourteenth consecutive increase in the last 18 months. Find out what it means for your mortgage payments. The Bank of England has increased the base rate from 5% to 5.25%. The increase was widely anticipated, despite...

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Inflation dropped in June

Inflation dropped in June

Inflation fell to 7.9% in June, which marked a pleasant surprise for the mortgage industry. So what will happen with interest rates now? Read on… With rising interest rates, and the cost of living still expensive, you could be forgiven for thinking there’s very little...

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