What are the current UK mortgage rates?
By Michael Poole on 10th May 2023If you’re thinking about buying a home, you might be wondering what the current mortgage rates are in the UK. Lenders change the rates of their mortgage products regularly. That’s why we update the average mortgage rates...
8 red flags putting off buyers when you're selling a house
By Michael Poole on 10th May 2023If you're selling a house – or are thinking about putting your home on the market – the last thing you want is to put a buyer off with something that can easily be avoided. When preparing to sell a house, we tend to be heavily...
Latest property market figures show a robust and stable performance
By Michael Poole on 10th May 2023With the strong UK property market continuing to show ongoing stability despite economic headwinds, what are the current trends being seen across the sector? Activity in the UK property market is down compared to the heights of...
The first 100% LTV mortgage was launched today.
By Michael Poole on 9th May 2023The first 100% LTV mortgage was launched today. This means that if the buyer meets the lending policy/criteria, no deposit is required. Because this scheme will be shared on social media, we wanted to provide accurate information...
5 Spring/Summer Gardens Currently on The Market (May 2023)
By Michael Poole on 5th May 2023The arrival of summer means more time spent in our lovely gardens. Gardens are a crucial component of a home and can make or break your decision to purchase. We wanted to show you some of the best spring/summer gardens that are...
Bank of England base rates hits 4.5% but mortgage rates are down
By Michael Poole on 20th Apr 2023The Bank of England has increased its base rate once more, and anyone considering a new mortgage or remortgage is being urged to act quickly. As most in the industry had predicted, the Bank of England confirmed an 11th consecutive...
What colour should you paint your home to boost your chances of selling it?
By Michael Poole on 14th Apr 2023Learning that there's a paint colour that will sell your home may seem a little too good to be true. After all, there's a lot involved in the selling process. Not only do you need to deal with finances and viewings, but you’re...
Is owning your home cheaper than renting?
By Michael Poole on 14th Apr 2023Halifax finds renters fork out around £500 more than home owners each year Owning your home can be almost £500 a year cheaper than renting, according to new research. Despite the current climate of high mortgage rates, data from...
Are smaller properties favoured by buyers?
By Michael Poole on 14th Apr 2023Thinking about selling but wondering what sells in the current market? We take a look at the trends of demand among buyers to see what they're looking for right now. Key takeaways Higher mortgage rates mean buyers are shifting...
Why have house prices risen this month?
By Michael Poole on 14th Apr 2023This is the busiest season of the year for the housing market. Home-hunters often wait until spring to start their search, and this is the time of year we start to see more properties listed for sale. Sellers tend to price their...