Property demand falls

Property demand falls

Zoopla’s latest House Price Index shows reduced demand for properties due to interest rates being higher than they were earlier this year, with the South of England affected more than the rest of the country. Demand for properties in the UK has fallen by 18% in the...
Interest rates are coming down

Interest rates are coming down

While interest rates are no longer at the historic lows we saw last year, they are starting to come down and the market is showing signs of stability. The Bank of England base rate has increased steadily all year in a bid to combat inflation. On 3 November, it was...
“Stability” may help mortgage rates

“Stability” may help mortgage rates

The increase in fixed mortgage rates appears to have stalled as financial markets eye-short-term stability. Recent changes in government appear to have calmed the markets, with Santander and Yorkshire Building Society both cutting rates last week, according to The...
How to get the most from your mortgage broker

How to get the most from your mortgage broker

There are many good reasons to use a mortgage broker… a key one being the chance to save money. However, make sure you’ve got all your paperwork prepared so that they can secure the best deal for you. Why use a mortgage broker instead of going directly to a lender? We...