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4% Rise in Mortgage Lending in February14 Apr 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
The Council of Mortgage Lenders has revealed that there was a small increase in mortgage lending in February - but activity still remains 'very weak'.
The Council of Mortgage Lenders has revealed that there was a small increase in mortgage lending in February - but activity still remains 'very weak'.
Bank of England Base Rate Left Untouched at 0.5%09 Apr 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
The Bank of England has declined to change the base rate this month, halting a steady decline since the onset of the credit crunch.
The Bank of England has declined to change the base rate this month, halting a steady decline since the onset of the credit crunch.
HSBC Boosts Mortgage Availability08 Apr 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
HSBC has provided a boost to the ailing mortgage market by offering a range of products with loan-to-value ratios of up to 90 percent.
HSBC has provided a boost to the ailing mortgage market by offering a range of products with loan-to-value ratios of up to 90 percent.
Accidental Landlords 'Must be Aware of Legislation'08 Apr 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
People who have let out their property as a result of the financial downturn are being warned to make sure they adhere to all landlord regulations.
People who have let out their property as a result of the financial downturn are being warned to make sure they adhere to all landlord regulations.
New Rules for Home Sellers Come into Effect06 Apr 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
From today, homeowners selling a property must have a home information pack in place before the house can go on the market.
From today, homeowners selling a property must have a home information pack in place before the house can go on the market.
House Prices 'Dropped in March'03 Apr 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
The latest figures from Halifax have revealed that house prices fell in March, in contrast to yesterday's report from Nationwide.
The latest figures from Halifax have revealed that house prices fell in March, in contrast to yesterday's report from Nationwide.
Homeowners Reducing Mortgage Debt02 Apr 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
British householders have been paying off mortgages in record amounts due to the drop in house prices and historically low base rate, the Bank of England has revealed.
British householders have been paying off mortgages in record amounts due to the drop in house prices and historically low base rate, the Bank of England has revealed.
House Price Boost for March02 Apr 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
The latest figures from Nationwide revealed that house prices rose in March for the first time since October 2007, but the building society warned against over-optimism.
The latest figures from Nationwide revealed that house prices rose in March for the first time since October 2007, but the building society warned against over-optimism.
Take Advantage of Low Rates and Overpay, Borrowers Told31 Mar 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
Homeowners should take advantage of the low base rate and overpay on mortgages, according to new advice.
Homeowners should take advantage of the low base rate and overpay on mortgages, according to new advice.
Seek Advice To Gain Best Fixed Rates, Broker Says31 Mar 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
The advertised price of some fixed-rate mortgages may not be available to all borrowers, one expert has said, suggesting that potential property owners seek professional advice.
The advertised price of some fixed-rate mortgages may not be available to all borrowers, one expert has said, suggesting that potential property owners seek professional advice.
Withdrawal of Lenders 'Has Led to Gap in Mortgage Market'30 Mar 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
Current mortgage supply does not meet demand due to the recent withdrawal of foreign lenders and specialist providers, the Council of Mortgage Lenders has said.
Current mortgage supply does not meet demand due to the recent withdrawal of foreign lenders and specialist providers, the Council of Mortgage Lenders has said.
A Third of Tenants In Arrears30 Mar 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
A third of tenants have missed rent payments, which the National Landlords Association (NLA) suggests is partly responsible for the recent rise in repossessions.
A third of tenants have missed rent payments, which the National Landlords Association (NLA) suggests is partly responsible for the recent rise in repossessions.
Owner-Occupier Mortgages From Landlords 'Irresponsible'30 Mar 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
Buy-to-let landlords who take out owner-occupier mortgages are theoretically committing fraud and placing their tenants at a disadvantage.
Buy-to-let landlords who take out owner-occupier mortgages are theoretically committing fraud and placing their tenants at a disadvantage.
Act Now For Best Fixed-Rates26 Mar 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
Borrowers have been advised to lock into fixed-rate mortgages sooner rather than later.
Borrowers have been advised to lock into fixed-rate mortgages sooner rather than later.
CML Calls For "Holistic View" on Affordability25 Mar 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
Lenders and borrowers need to take a 'holistic view' when considering mortgage affordability, according to the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML).
Lenders and borrowers need to take a 'holistic view' when considering mortgage affordability, according to the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML).
Debt Problems 'Affecting Better-Off'24 Mar 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
Debt problems are beginning to affect the more affluent parts of society, with many unable to take the 'quick-fix solution' of remortgaging their properties, according to a debt advice website.
Debt problems are beginning to affect the more affluent parts of society, with many unable to take the 'quick-fix solution' of remortgaging their properties, according to a debt advice website.
Treasury Criticised Over Northern Rock Lending20 Mar 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
The Treasury should not have allowed Northern Rock to continue with its risky mortgage lending after the bank was nationalised, the National Audit Office has said.
The Treasury should not have allowed Northern Rock to continue with its risky mortgage lending after the bank was nationalised, the National Audit Office has said.
Brits 'Concerned About Repossessions'20 Mar 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
A new study from consumer watchdog Which? has found that millions of Britons are worried about the possibility of repossession.
A new study from consumer watchdog Which? has found that millions of Britons are worried about the possibility of repossession.
Mortgage Lending Drops Again19 Mar 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
Mortgage lending fell again in February, new figures have revealed.
Mortgage lending fell again in February, new figures have revealed.
London Street 'Has Average House Price of £6.2m'18 Mar 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
A new survey has found that some areas of the UK have been less affected by the credit crunch than others, with one London street averaging £6.2 million per house.
A new survey has found that some areas of the UK have been less affected by the credit crunch than others, with one London street averaging £6.2 million per house.
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