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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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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