More and more people taking out repayment mortgages
May 12th, 2011 Add your Commment
It has been revealed recently that the number of repayment mortgages being taken out by property purchasers has reached record levels, having increased steadily since 2007 when they hit their lowest level in six years.…
Read MoreMore viewings stem from sunshine
May 11th, 2011 Add your Commment
As most industry experts know the figures relating to property sales and viewings have not been all that impressive over the past few years, with everything from unusually cold weather conditions to restrictions in the mortgage market keeping potential buyers away from property.…
Read MoreNo change to base interest rate
May 6th, 2011 Add your Commment
Many homeowners and a variety of industry groups will be celebrating today after it was announced that the base interest rate was to be held for yet another month at the all time low of just 0.5 percent, where it has been for well over two years.…
Read MoreHousing minister encourages self build properties
May 5th, 2011 Add your Commment
The property market in the UK has undoubtedly been through some turbulent times over recent years, and this has resulted in increased difficulties for some people who have been unable to get onto the property ladder or own their home property due to affordability problems and issues with getting a…
Read MoreTenants scramble for property as rental shortage continues
May 4th, 2011 Add your Commment
It has been reported recently that the scramble amongst potential tenants for privately rented accommodation is heating up as the shortage of rental homes on the market continues.…
Read MoreAdding value to your property with the right improvements
May 3rd, 2011 Add your Commment
At this time of the year there is usually a rise in the number of people that decide to carry out work on their homes, adding a variety of improvements that can range from simply decorating the home to installing a new kitchen or bathroom and even adding a new…
Read MoreFirst time buyers could get help with council scheme
April 18th, 2011 Add your Commment
First time buyers in the Hyndburn area or Blackburn could soon find that they are able to receive valuable assistance in raising a deposit to get onto the property ladder.…
Read MoreSome areas see increase of family accommodation for rent
April 15th, 2011 1
As many people know the demand for rented accommodation has been soaring lately, with a huge number of people and families on the hunt for a suitable property to rent.…
Read MoreNaming your home could speed up the sale
April 13th, 2011 Add your Commment
In the current climate selling a property can be quite difficult for many homeowners. There are many people that spend a small fortune making changes to their homes in the hope that they will be able to sell the property more quickly and more easily or that they will get…
Read MoreNo change to base interest rate
April 8th, 2011 Add your Commment
For the 25th consecutive month the Monetary Policy Committee and the Bank of England have decided that they will be keeping the base interest rate on hold once again at just 0.5 percent, which is the lowest level it has been in the history of the Bank of England, which…
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