Stamp Duty hike drives up moving costs
The cost of moving home in England has jumped 10.9% over the past year, according to new research from estate agents Yopa. The average mover now faces a total bill
14 May 2025
The cost of moving home in England has jumped 10.9% over the past year, according to new research from estate agents Yopa. The average mover now faces a total bill
Buying a home is now significantly cheaper than renting across most of Great Britain, according to research from property website Zoopla. The average monthly mortgage payment for first-time buyers (FTBs)stands
The UK mortgage market bounced back strongly at the end of 2024, driven by first-time buyers and home movers, according to UK Finance. First-time buyer mortgages rose 16.4% to 334,000
The housing market continues to show signs of recovery as house price growth remains relatively stable*. In February, the average UK house price rose by 0.4% – the sixth consecutive
Two-year fixed mortgages could become cheaper than five-year deals in 2025*. Typically, longer fixed mortgage deals are more expensive than two-year deals due to uncertainty surrounding interest rates in the
Fixer-uppers are the most popular type of home among buyers this year*. Analysis has found that nearly half (46%) of fixer-upper homes on the market are under offer or have
When buying a home, home insurance is often top of mind, but it’s not the only protection you need. It’s equally important to consider protecting yourself with insurance in case
Getting life insurance is a way to prepare for the worst and to protect what matters most to you, especially when securing your mortgage. Whether you live in Enfield, Brentwood,
The Office for National Statistics (ONS) reported UK house prices increased by an average of £10,000 in the year to October 2024. The report showed the value of a typical
Have first-time buyers left it too late to pay lower Stamp Duty? It would appear so. At present, first-time buyers pay no Stamp Duty when buying a home worth £425,000.
UK mortgage rates in the spotlight as economic factors suggest rates could rise again. Hopes that the Bank of England would significantly lower interest rates in 2025, leading to cheaper
As the UK housing market continues to evolve, one question on many prospective buyers’ minds is: Will higher mortgage rates become the norm? Recent developments suggest that the era of
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