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Latest property news
Inflation boost could be ‘starting gun’ for mortgage cuts
Ben Thompson of the Mortgage Advice Bureau says the lowest inflation figure in more than two years might ease mortgage pressures.
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BLOG: ‘Now is the time for EPC clarity for landlords and agents’
Ben Thompson of the Mortgage Advice Bureau says the Government must help landlords to meet EPC standards.
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First time buyers find a surprising new source of financial support
Sibling support for first-time buyers has doubled in six years and now accounts for a record 11% of deposits although parental support is still 72%.
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Housing Market
‘Bank of England will hike rates despite falling inflation’
The fall was driven by a reduction in the energy price cap and food prices but services inflation which the bank monitors rose to 7.4% from 7.2%.
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Landlords will struggle to hit looming EPC regulations in race against time
Ben Thompson of Mortgage Advice Bureau says proposed changes to the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard regulation, mean rental properties will need an EPC rating of at least C by 2028.
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Features
The lending lottery
It’s been a volatile six months for mortgage rates. Richard Reed asked a team of experts to indicate where they think rates might be heading.
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Regulation & Law
Landlords ‘face huge bill’ to meet EPC target claim agency
Research by Knight Frank estimates it will cost landlords in England nearly £18 billion to ensure their properties reach a C rating.
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Property and mortgage industry experts say ‘don’t panic’
Financial turmoil is causing panic amongst would-be homebuyers and movers alike but experts say industry should hold fast.
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