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Bank of England keeps base rate at 4.25%

The base rate remains unchanged in the Bank’s latest review on 19 June. Find out what was behind the decision and whether there could be any rate cuts later in the year. The Bank of England has chosen not to reduce the base rate in today’s review. It remains at 4.25%....

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Housing market activity at four-year high

The UK housing market is seeing an increase in sales, according to the latest data from Zoopla, with buyer confidence now growing. There’s some good news for homebuyers and sellers alike – property website Zoopla reports that housing market activity is on the up....

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House prices dropped in May

Property prices saw a slight reduction in May, according to Halifax, following a slight rise in April. Find out what this means for the housing market. House prices dropped slightly in May by 0.4%, compared to a 0.3% increase in April, according to Halifax. The...

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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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Five good reasons to make a Will

Five good reasons to make a Will

Many people believe that you only need to make a Will if you have a significant amount of money, property or other assets. But everyone should make a Will, regardless of age or financial status. Here’s why… Approximately 56% of UK adults do not have a Will, according...

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Your guide to the stamp duty changes

The stamp duty threshold changed on 1 April 2025. Here’s what you need to know… You might have seen recently that the stamp duty threshold changed on 1 April 2025. Here’s everything you need to know about stamp duty, from what it is to how much you’ll need to pay when...

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