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Mortgage approvals for house purchase jump to two-year high in August

Some 64,900 loans for house purchase were approved in August, the Bank of England said.

The Independent UK · Sep 30, 2024

‘Unsettling’ time for some households as base rate left on pause

Some homeowners will still face a jump in their repayments when they come to remortgage, while savers may need to grab the top rates while they can.

The Independent UK · Sep 19, 2024

UK house prices are set to rise – but for how long?

The General Election is likely to have caused movement in the housing market to slow down

The Independent UK · Jul 5, 2024

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How to grab a last-minute Isa before the April 5 deadline

With just days to go it’s best to act now, do your homework and don’t panic

The Guardian - UK · Apr 1, 2024

What does the latest Bank of England base rate decision mean for households?

With the base rate holding steady, here is a look at what it means for savers and borrowers.

The Independent UK · Dec 14, 2023

UK house prices up almost 1% since last month but mortgage approvals plunge

Just 43,300 mortgages were approved in September, 30 per cent less than the monthly average in 2019

Evening Standard · Nov 1, 2023

UK house prices increased by 0.9% month-on-month in October, says Nationwide

The uptick in house prices in October most likely reflects the fact that the supply of properties on the market is constrained, Nationwide said.

The Independent UK · Nov 1, 2023

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Mortgage approvals slump as ‘autumn housing market pick-up fails to materialise’

Some 43,300 mortgages were approved for house purchase in September, marking the lowest monthly total since January 2023.

The Independent UK · Oct 30, 2023

UK house prices have proven more resilient than expected, says Halifax

Despite recent house price falls,the average property value remains more than £39,000 above pre-pandemic levels, Halifax said.

The Independent UK · Oct 6, 2023

‘Worst of pain may not be over’: Mortgage approvals drop nearly 10% month-on-month

Experts pointed to the impact of concerns about the wider economy on the housing market for the fall.

The Independent UK · Aug 30, 2023

Number of mortgage approvals to home buyers drops by nearly 10% month-on-month

Experts pointed to the impact of concerns about the wider economy on the housing market for the fall.

The Independent UK · Aug 30, 2023

12 smart ways to save money on everyday back-to-school costs

Make some savvy savings with these back-to-school tips.

The Independent UK · Aug 29, 2023

12 smart ways to save money on everyday back-to-school costs

Make some savvy savings with these back-to-school tips.

The Independent UK · Aug 4, 2023

UK house prices drop at sharpest annual rate in 14 years – here's what you need to know

Nationwide reveal that housing affordability 'remains stretched'

Ideal Home · Aug 1, 2023

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The Independent UK · Jun 29, 2023

Squeezed households raid bank accounts by record £4.6bn as mortgages climb

Borrowers hit by soaring mortgages, but savers have yet to benefit from higher rates

The Independent UK · Jun 29, 2023

Squeezed households raid bank and building society accounts by record £4.6bn

Households made the the highest level of withdrawals from banks and building societies in May since monthly Bank of England records started in 1997.

Daily Mirror · Jun 22, 2023

Three ways the Bank of England could try and cut inflation without rising interest rates

The Bank of England has upped its base interest rate again today but are there any other ways it can tackle inflation? - The Mirror asked three financial experts to find out if there is anything else that could be done

Manchester Evening News · Jun 21, 2023

Why today's inflation announcement is bad news for millions of homeowners

"The fear is that the situation could deteriorate from here"

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The Independent UK · Jun 21, 2023

Rise in mortgage rates on Thursday looks inescapable, say experts

Further monetary tightening risks deepening the financial pain for people and businesses, according to some commentators.

The Guardian - UK · Jun 19, 2023

Fancy a top-up? Why the time is right for a £60,000 pension boost

People now have almost two years to improve their state pension substantially by filling in any gaps in national insurance contributions

Daily Record · Jun 5, 2023

New State Pension deadline next month for people to make sure they qualify for full pay in retirement

The chance to plug National Insurance contributions gaps ends on July 31.

Daily Record · May 24, 2023

How inflation drop to 8.7% will impact your household budget, savings and mortgages over next few months

Some monthly mortgage repayments are expected to increase by around £200 a month this year.

Daily Record · May 16, 2023

Realistic ways to tackle financial stress and improve your mental health during cost of living crisis

Anxiety and stress are on the rise among UK adults as inflation and prices continue to soar.

The Independent UK · May 4, 2023

Spring bounce as home-buyer mortgage approvals rise in March

Some experts said the increase in mortgage approvals for house purchase is a sign of the housing market being more resilient than previously thought.

Daily Record · Apr 19, 2023

How inflation drop to 10.1% will impact your household budget, savings and mortgages over next few weeks

Inflation remains higher than experts predicted as food and drink prices continue to soar.

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