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MB Associates is Highly Commended in local awards

MB Associates is Highly Commended in local awards

The company was recognised for its achievements in the property sector at the recent Kingston Borough Business Awards… MB Associates received a Highly Commended accolade in the prestigious Kingston Borough Business Awards last month. The company received the...

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Work with us

Work with us

We're hiring a Mortgage Administrator. Could it be you? Read more about our requirements and how to apply… MB Associates is an award-winning mortgage broker committed to providing bespoke advice and exceptional client outcomes. With a team of experienced advisers and...

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First time buyers teaming up to buy a property

First time buyers teaming up to buy a property

Over 60% of first-time buyers are teaming up with someone else to buy their first home, according to Halifax. The lender says that joint first-time buyers now account for 63% of all mortgage transactions, with mortgage completions now in joint names with two or more...

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A Guide to the First Homes Scheme

A Guide to the First Homes Scheme

The government's First Homes Scheme is intended to help first-time buyers get onto the property ladder by offering homes at a discount. Read on to find out if you're eligible… The government's First Homes Scheme offers buying discounts for first-time buyers, which...

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House prices increase in January

House prices increase in January

The latest House Price Index from Halifax shows encouraging signs for the housing market. House prices went up by 1.3% in January, according to Halifax. This increase marks the fourth monthly rise in a row, says the lender. It also reveals that property prices grew by...

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Base rate stays the same in February

Base rate stays the same in February

No change to the base rate, but now the Bank of England is facing mounting pressure to lower it. Discover the details of today's latest review. The base rate has remained at 5.25%. The Bank of England reviewed the rate on 1 February and agreed to keep it the same. The...

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