The Bank of England has decided to keep interest rates unchanged at 4%, a move that many borrowers and mortgage holders had hoped would go the other way.
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Council Funding Landlord Improvements
Liverpool is currently home to around 10,000 empty properties, but local councillors are looking at a plan that could see millions of pounds invested in helping private landlords
House Prices Cool Across the UK
Annual figures show both house prices and rents across the UK are rising more slowly, with experts warning that affordability pressures are weighing heavily on households. According to
40% of Landlords Set to Sell, Survey Finds
A recent survey conducted by specialist mortgage lender Landbay has shed light on landlord sentiment across the UK. The findings reveal that while a majority of landlords plan
Failed House Sales Cost UK £1.5bn a Year
House sales that fall through before completion are costing the UK economy at least £1.5bn every year, according to fresh research carried out by Santander. The report shines
UK Inflation Stays at 3.8% in August
The latest figures show that UK inflation remained unchanged at 3.8% in August, offering a sign of stability after months of fluctuating price pressures. This rate, measured by
Bank of England Keeps Rates Steady
The Bank of England is expected to keep its base rate steady at 4% when it meets this Thursday, a move that will directly impact millions of homeowners.
Shelter Demands Stricter Rental Rules
The housing charity Shelter is once again pushing for stronger restrictions on private landlords, arguing that many tenants remain vulnerable despite recent reforms. Shelter believes that the private
Estate Agents Urge Stamp Duty Overhaul
Most estate agents in England appear to be strongly in favour of property tax reform, with much of the discussion centred on the possibility of scrapping Stamp Duty.
Mortgage Costs Surge 47% in Five Years
Homeowners in Britain are facing some of the steepest mortgage costs on record, with average monthly repayments climbing to levels never seen before. Figures show that households are