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When a Property Problem Becomes a Criminal Matter: What Landlords, Buyers and Sellers Should Know

Most property disputes are settled through negotiation, mediation, or the civil courts. However, disputes involving tenancies, mortgage applications, or property sales can sometimes lead to criminal investigations. Landlords, investors, buyers, and sellers should understand where that line sits. If you are facing an investigation, you can speak to trusted defence lawyers for serious criminal cases to...

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First-time buyer numbers slide -10.6% in a year

Pandemic property party over for first-time buyers as numbers slide -10.6% in a year

Research by the Gradual Homeownership provider, Wayhome , has revealed that while the pandemic market boom saw a record increase in the number of first-time buyers (FTB) purchasing a home, the party could be over as this figure has fallen sharply over the last year.

Wayhome analysed FTB transaction...

Pancake property values up 57% annually

To celebrate the one day a year that Brits rush to eat pancakes, the latest research by estate agent comparison site, GetAgent.co.uk , has revealed which Shrove Tuesday related road names have performed best when it comes to house prices in the last year.

GetAgent analysed sold price records from the Land Registry for property sales on pancake themed roads to see which commands the...

Prospective homeowners could save up to £32,000 off their new home this February

HOUSEBUILDER SPREADS THE LOVE THIS FEBRUARY BY OFFERING UP TO £46,000 OFF NEW-BUILD HOMES IN SOUTH WALES

It’s good news for prospective homeowners searching for their dream home. For a limited time only, national and award-winning housebuilder, St. Modwen Homes , is giving potential purchasers the chance to save up to £46,000* on a brand-new home – which is sure to be welcomed by...

UK landlords enjoy rising yields

Market analysis by debt advisory specialists, Sirius Property Finance , reveals that UK rental yields have increased by as much as 2.5% in the past year as rent values outperform house prices.

Despite the government’s best efforts, specifically the abandoned plan to increase capital gains tax for landlords, the UK rental market has continued to strengthen over the past year....

UK bank lending rate sees second highest annual hike of all G8 nations

The latest market analysis by specialist property lending experts, Octane Capital , reveals that, despite recording the second-largest annual increase, the UK’s bank or prime lending rate is only the fourth-highest among all G8 nations.

Octane Capital has analysed current bank lending rates across G8 nations to see how they’ve changed in the past 12 months, and where the UK ranks in...

Tips to help your kids settle into a new home faster

16th February 2023: Searches for advice on ‘moving with children’ have increased 64% in the past month, research from 5 star Homebuilders Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes Yorkshire West has revealed. With average monthly searches reaching 3.5k, it’s clear that families across the UK are keen to learn more about how they can help their children successfully settle into a new home....

Local charities receive £85,000 boost from housebuilder

15 charities have received an £85,000 boost as part of local housebuilder’s charitable initiatives across 2022.

Each year, Barratt Developments Yorkshire East, which includes Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes, works to support charities and organisations across East Yorkshire through its charitable initiatives.

Amongst those that received the housebuilder’s support over...

Key workers most in need of a housing affordability boost

The key workers most in need of a boost to housing affordability

Research by the Gradual Homeownership provider, Wayhome , has revealed which key workers currently face the toughest challenge when it comes to house price affordability, based on their house price to income ratio, as well as which have seen the largest reduction in affordability since the start of the pandemic.

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Coupling up can help homeowners cut £11,000 per year

The latest research by estate agent comparison site, GetAgent.co.uk , has revealed the significant sums you can save when it comes to tackling the property market with a significant other this Valentine’s Day.

GetAgent analysed the current cost of homeownership from the initial deposit, mortgage borrowing potential based on current earnings, as well as the ongoing cost of a mortgage...

Love related names top property table on Valentine’s Day

Love related road names top the house price table this Valentine’s Day - but not all homeowners will be loved up with their property’s performance

The latest research by lettings and estate agent, Benham and Reeves, has revealed that homes on roads with Love in the name remain the most sought after this Valentine’s Day with an average sold price of £372,500, while those with Heart in...

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