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Helpful articles and advice on buying and selling a property, as well as useful updates on changes in the property market and mortgage interest rates.

New 100% mortgage launched for buyers with no deposit

New 100% mortgage launched for buyers with no deposit

April Mortgages has unveiled a new 100% loan-to-value mortgage designed to help buyers without a deposit and unable to rely on financial help from family. Good news for those who want to buy a property without a deposit. April Mortgages has just launched a new 100%...

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UK house prices crept up in April

UK house prices crept up in April

House prices edged up last month, continuing a trend of stability despite wider economic uncertainty. The latest Halifax data shows modest growth, with the strongest gains seen in Northern Ireland, Wales, and Scotland. House prices in the UK rose slightly in April,...

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Modest drop in house prices

Modest drop in house prices

Halifax records a slight drop in prices in March, which it blames on the stamp duty threshold changes that started in April. UK house prices fell slightly by 0.5% in March, compared to 0.2% in February, according to Halifax. The lender’s latest House Price Index...

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Demand for larger houses fuels growth in property prices

Demand for larger houses fuels growth in property prices

Detached homes have increased in value by more than £100,000 over the past five years, while flats are currently lagging behind. The demand for bigger homes with more space has driven property prices up over the past year, according to analysis based on data from the...

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House prices remain stable in February

House prices remain stable in February

The average UK house price held steady throughout February, with annual growth remaining unchanged from January. According to the latest House Price Index from Halifax, the average UK house price has remained stable throughout February 2025. House prices dipped by...

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House price growth subdued, but activity remains robust

House price growth subdued, but activity remains robust

After a fast start to the year, February’s price increase is muted as new sellers lower price expectations. While the past month has still seen a rise in house prices, it’s certainly modest for this time of year, at just 0.5%. This brings the average price of a...

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