It might have been a wash-out for weather, but this summer was the best ever for property, says Kate Faulkner of Designs on Property – but inevitably autumn’s coming.

Kate Faulkner explains why rising property prices shouldn’t necessarily keep first-time buyers off the property ladder.

Research by Equifax and CreditLadder shows large deposits and thin credit histories key reasons why many wannabe home owners can't get on property ladder.

Leaders Romans says its research among home movers suggests SDLT holiday extension was not necessary.

StepLadder is seeking £125,000 to help expand its new concept of first time buyer 'circles' within which people lend each other money.

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.