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House prices went up in November, says Halifax

House prices went up in November, says Halifax

The lender has published its House Price Index, showing another month of price growth, and optimism in the property market has also improved. House prices went up by 0.5% in November, according to Halifax’s House Price Index. Last week, we reported that Nationwide’s...

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House price recovery continues, says Nationwide

House price recovery continues, says Nationwide

UK house prices increased for the third consecutive month in November. Want to know more about what's happening in the property market? Read on… House prices rose by 0.2% in November, which was the third consecutive monthly increase, according to the latest Nationwide...

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8 key things to do before you move home

8 key things to do before you move home

Make your forthcoming house move as smooth as possible with our handy checklist of things to take care of before you head for your new abode… Moving home can be both an exciting and daunting experience. Whether moving to a new city, downsizing or upgrading to a bigger...

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Protect your loved ones and your finances

Protect your loved ones and your finances

We’re seeing a rise in the number of clients diagnosed with serious health conditions. Naturally, it’s devastating for all concerned, and even worse if money is also a worry. Our goal is to help you become financially resilient if the unexpected happens… Losing a...

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House prices see small decline in July

House prices see small decline in July

Halifax’s House Price Index for July shows a slight price dip and an annual reduction of 2.4%, with house prices ‘little changed’ over the past six months. House prices went down slightly in July by 0.3%, according to Halifax. The lender has published its latest House...

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House prices dipped in June

House prices dipped in June

Prices have gone down slightly in the past month, but Halifax says that it is still receiving a consistent volume of mortgage applications House prices dropped by 0.1% in June, according to Halifax. The lender has just published its monthly House Price Index and has...

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Younger generation leads the way in home-moving trends

Younger generation leads the way in home-moving trends

Home movers are getting younger, according to Halifax, and demand for detached homes remains high. The age of those moving home in the UK is dropping at a surprising rate. The average age of a UK home mover has fallen to 39, a year younger than just 12 months ago and...

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Asking prices go up in March

Asking prices go up in March

While many predicted doom and gloom for the housing market this year, Rightmove’s latest house price survey says that asking prices increased in March. Despite a nervous start to 2023, the housing market has remained resilient. Property website Rightmove has revealed...

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Seven key things to do before putting your house up for sale

Seven key things to do before putting your house up for sale

Selling your home is a big decision, and it’s important to ensure you are well-prepared before you put it on the market so that you can get the best possible price. Here’s what to do… Getting your house ready to go on the market is no small task, but if done...

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House prices expected to drop in 2023

House prices expected to drop in 2023

Halifax is expecting property prices to drop in the new year but says the price rises during the pandemic were some of the biggest the market has ever seen. The lender predicts that UK house prices will fall next year by around 8%. However, it says that forecast...

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