Take a year off mortgage payments with Nationwide competition
Homeowners will be given the opportunity to go without paying their mortgage for a year should they win a new building society competition.
Dream home 'kept in mind by 60 per cent of Brits'
Buying a dream home is an ambition held by close to half of the people in the UK, according to new survey results.
Property 'key goal for under 30s'
More than half of Britons under 30 have identified owning a home as a major priority, according to a new study.
Most property buyers 'would look abroad to purchase'
Buying property abroad is a likely option for an increasing number of people looking to get on the housing ladder, it has been reported.
Parents 'spend more time helping first-borns on ladder'
First-born children receive more help getting onto the housing ladder than their siblings, new research indicates.
House prices hold during January
The price of buying a house in the UK slowed over the month of January, according to a high street bank.
Providers 'get tougher' on mortgages
Mortgage lenders are getting tougher by cutting the maximum loan-to-values they offer, new research has indicated.
More assistance for first-time buyers
People are likely to increasingly rely on help from their families when looking to get onto the property ladder for the first time, it has been claimed.
Aberdeenshire residents 'enjoy best quality of life in Scotland'
People who live in Aberdeenshire have a better quality of life than anyone else in Scotland, according to new research.
Nearly half of Britons 'looking to buy abroad'
Close to half of people in Britain are considering buying property in sunnier climates, according to a financial institution.
Interest rates slowing housing market
According to new figures from the National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA), interest rate hikes have finally slowed the housing market.
Buy-to-let property 'could see studying child save'
Investing in a buy-to-let property in order to allow a child to live there while at university may help young people save money, according to new research.
Warning over joint mortgages
People considering taking out a joint mortgage are being urged to ensure that they know the people they are choosing the product with.
Average house price reaches £211,056
The latest figures produced by the Department of Communities and Local Government have revealed that the average property price in the UK reached £211,056 in May.
Stamp duty 'a barrier for FTBs'
Rising interest rates and house prices means that affordability is becoming increasingly stretched for potential first-time buyers (FTBs), according to a new report that suggests stamp duty is creating further pressure.
CML: Fixed-rates continue to be popular
New figures have shown that short-term fixed-rate mortgage deals continue to be popular with first-time buyers (FTBs) and people moving home.
Homeowners hit by interest rate rise 'should seek help'
People who think they may struggle as a result of the increase in the interest rate should look to get help, it has been claimed.
People in the UK 'quick at choosing dwelling'
When it comes to picking a place to live, Britons take an hour and a half, according to new research.
First-time buyers affected by high interest rates
More income is being spent on mortgage payments by first-time buyers (FTBs) in the face of higher interest rates, it has been reported.
Increase in interest rates 'could see millions refinance'
Millions of homeowners may look to refinance if the interest rate goes up this month, it has been claimed.
Interest rate rise hitting homeowner applicants
Nearly half a million people have been turned down when applying for a mortgage - largely due to increasing rates of interest, a consumer site has claimed.
March house price increase 'massive'
The price of housing in England and Wales grew by a larger amount in March than at any other point over the last four years, according to a property expert.
Base rate freeze 'a relief for borrowers'
Mortgage borrowers could be breathing a collective sigh of relief following the Bank of England's recent decision to freeze interest rates at 5.25 per cent.
Buyers 'will take risks' to set foot on ladder
More risks will be taken by first-time buyers in order to get themselves on the property ladder, new research has shown.
UK house price inflation continues
The rate of house price growth increased in November last year, new government figures have revealed.
Fixed-rate mortgages 'may suit cautious borrowers'
A property expert has speculated that fixed-rate mortgages will suit more cautious borrowers on the grounds that they offer a guaranteed, predetermined return irrespective of base rate changes.
June mortgage lending breaks records
June mortgage lending broke all previous records reaching £32.2 billion, new figures from the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML) have revealed.
First time buyers face record debts
First time buyers now face greater mortgage debts than at any time since records began, new Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML) figures have shown.
Affordability gap finally closing says A&L
The yawning affordability gap in the UK property market is finally beginning to close as cheaper mortgages and rising wages bridge the divide, claims Alliance & Leicester.
Tracker rates come down while fixed rates go up says report
Fixed rate mortgages are becoming more expensive while trackers are coming down in cost, new Moneyfacts data has shown.
Variable rate time comes again as fixed rates fixed up
Variable rate tracker mortgages are poised to become the best value deals as mortgage suppliers prepare to up their fixed rate prices, research for the Woolwich has claimed.
Nationwide offer first time buyers relief
Nationwide has increased the amount of money that it is prepared to loan to first time buyers struggling to get onto the property ladder.
Graduate first time buyers face mountain
Graduate first time buyers struggling to get onto the property ladder are finding themselves dragged down by their university debts says a new survey.
Buy to let boomed in 2005
The number of buy to let mortgages sold in the UK rocketed by 39 per cent in the second half of 2005, say new figures issued by the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML).
Demise of first time buyers much exaggerated says CML
Rumours of the demise of first time buyers have been greatly exaggerated, the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML) has claimed.
Record number of first time buyers forced to ask for family help
First time buyers are asking their families for help to get on the property ladder in record numbers, government figures have revealed.
Homeowners missing out on ££££ with mortgage protection insurance
Smart homeowners are able to save thousands on mortgage protection insurance, experts have claimed.
Mortgage equity withdrawal declining
The mortgage equity withdrawal (MEW) market in the UK remains sluggish, official figures reveal
Mortgages boom to second highest month on record
A series of the most well respected mortgage indicators in the UK have all reported a major boom in mortgages over November.
First time buyers face tough choices
First time buyers have a greater range of mortgages than ever before to choose from, but many of these will come at a price.
David and Goliath of mortgage comparison
Most people would say that the largest providers would come out best in a mortgage comparison.
Housing market 'resilient' as demand steady
Analysts have hailed the latest set of British Bankers Association (BBA) mortgage data as proof that the housing market has landed softly.
Leeds adds to 100% mortgages range
As the cost of homes, deposits and mortgage comparison has grown ever more expensive, so 100% mortgages have grown more popular.
