Institute for Fiscal Studies warns the blanket increase in threshold to £500,000 could mean first-time buyers lose out.

Budget announcement means 79% of those living in the capital will avoid paying any tax on moving home.

Industry reaction to leaks from government that the Chancellor is set to announce a £1.3bn giveaway to boost the property market.

Gone are the days when young buyers wanted to live near their parents, with many choosing to live 20 miles away - presumable to avoid their family's prying eyes.

With the number of first time buyers hitting its highest in 12 years, developer Countryside delved into the nation’s home buying knowledge to help plug the knowledge gap.

Leading industry consultant Kate Faulkner says media headlines and many industry market reports misrepresent affordability in the property market and put off first time buyers.

The Queen's speech also included promised reform of business rates and improved building safety legislation.

Controversial former buy-to-let king believes the tax system should be changed to enable landlords to sell their properties to tenants.