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Evening Standard
Evening Standard
Business
Jonathan Prynn

Bank of Mum and Dad out in force in London property market this Spring, says agent

Tooting has proved a happy hunting ground for the Bank of Mum and Dad - (Foxtons)

The Bank of Mum and Dad is playing a bigger role than ever in helping young buyers get on the ladder in desirable neighbourhoods of London, according to a leading estate agent.

Changes in the last Budget that bought most pensions within the scope of inheritance tax, and the higher cost of investing in buy to let properties, means more wealthy people are choosing to help their children now by funding their first buy.

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