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The base rate remains unchanged

The base rate remains unchanged

In the latest base rate review, the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee has voted to keep the rate the same. The Bank of England reviewed the base rate on 21 March and decided to keep it at 5.25%. It has remained unchanged since August. Recent news...

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Inflation falls in February

Inflation falls in February

Inflation went down last month, edging closer to the government’s 2% target. What does this mean for interest rates? Consumer prices index (CPI) inflation fell to 3.4% in February, down from 4% in January – the lowest level in two and a half years. CPI inflation is...

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UK House Prices Rise In February

UK House Prices Rise In February

Halifax reports another month of rising property prices, indicating positive trends in the property market. UK house prices went up for the fifth consecutive month in February, according to Halifax. The lender’s latest House Price Index, published yesterday, showed...

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Your Spring Budget Summary

Your Spring Budget Summary

Missed Jeremy Hunt's Spring Budget speech? We've got you covered with the key highlights. Discover the latest Spring budget changes: lower Capital Gains Tax on homes, decreased national insurance rates, updated child benefit rules, and a raised VAT threshold. Stay...

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MB Associates is Highly Commended in local awards

MB Associates is Highly Commended in local awards

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...

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Work with us

Work with us

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...

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First time buyers teaming up to buy a property

First time buyers teaming up to buy a property

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...

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A Guide to the First Homes Scheme

A Guide to the First Homes Scheme

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...

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House prices increase in January

House prices increase in January

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...

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