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You might think the stamp duty holiday was largely to blame for the property market boom but not so, according to The Resolution Foundation. Many people have different property needs now. The house price boom in the last year wasn’t caused mainly by the stamp duty...
The housing market has boomed in the last year, but some areas have grown in value far more than others. Londonderry tops the list as the most affordable. Here’s the lowdown on the cheapest and most expensive areas in the UK. Halifax has released a list of the most...
There’s never been a better time to get a mortgage or move house where interest rates are concerned. Here’s what you need to know… If you’re thinking of getting on the property ladder or moving from your existing property, now is a good time to take out a new mortgage...
While many property industry experts predicted the market would ease up slightly after the end of the first phase of the stamp duty holiday in June, it’s encouraging to see the market is still healthy. Halifax has reported a small price increase for July. Although...
July showed a small drop in house prices but there are various reasons why the market may remain busy for the rest of this year. House prices have dipped very slightly in July according to Nationwide. After prices achieved a record high of 13.4 per cent in June...
A recent survey of the financial sector showed that many women have suffered from stress and anxiety. Our founder, Monica Bradley, managed to stay positive and grow her business during the pandemic. She shares her top tips for remaining focused and positive in a...
The government’s new 95 Per Cent Mortgage Guarantee Scheme launched on Monday 19 April 2021. The aim of the scheme is to make more 95 per cent mortgages available to those with smaller deposits. First-time buyers can apply but you don’t have to be one to be eligible.
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