Property Market
Demand for first time buyer homes soars in Strood
The launch of the latest collection of apartments at the new build residential site, Medway Gate in Strood, marks another milestone for developer Persimmon Homes South East as househunters continue to flock to the development to find their dream first property.
Persimmon goes the extra mile for first timers in St Neots
The opinion from some quarters states that it could take 17 years to save enough for a new property deposit . However, Persimmon Homes East Midlands has hit back to offer first time buyers in the region a much needed lifeline.
Tenant demand hits two-year high
Tenant demand for privately rented property hit a two-year high during the fourth quarter of 2010, Paragon Group's Private Rented Sector (PRS) Trends report has revealed.
Minimal deposit required thanks to Persimmon in Peterborough
With a report highlighting that first time buyers are currently required to raise a £37,233 deposit to buy an average starter home, it’s no wonder they’re being put off buying their first pad, but thanks to Persimmon in Peterborough a deposit of little over £4,000 is required to enable purchasers to secure their dream home.
Coronation Street star to open Moss Side show homes
Coronation Street star Katherine Kelly, who plays Becky McDonald in the famous soap, will see a street designed for the 21st century, when she opens the three show homes at ‘Infusion’ in Moss Side on Saturday 26 February.
Get deposit help to secure new flats in Essex
Essex property-hunters can take advantage of Easy Start shared equity to purchase selected apartments for 85% of the price at Taylor Wimpey’s The Mews at White Street development of flats in Great Dunmow.
Illegal 'scraping' sites targeting tenants in the UK
Illegal lettings websites are targeting UK consumers and defrauding them of thousands of pounds according to the Association of Residential Letting Agents (ARLA).
Homebuyers flock to Harbour Village in Fleetwood
Homebuyers in Fleetwood have been flocking to Harbour Village to see inside two new show homes.
Help for first time buyers in Oldham
Would-be home owners in the Oldham area should act now to take advantage of a Government-backed scheme.
Santander financing deal for the studios, MediaCityUK
Santander Corporate Banking has announced its agreement of a £22 million financing deal with Peel Media, developers of MediaCityUK.
Sustainable new homes in Woking from Taylor Wimpey
The apartments and houses at Taylor Wimpey’s Pinnacles development of property for sale in Woking are setting the standard for eco-friendly living.
Leeds launch Mortgage Saver for first time buyers
Leeds Building Society has launched a unique savings product and service specifically designed to support first time buyers (FTBs) onto the housing ladder.
Increasing number of Brits want to move home
Research from Clydesdale & Yorkshire Banks has revealed that 30% of people in the UK are planning to move home in 2011 - more than three times the level at the height of the economic downturn.
UK housing market shows signs of improvement
Househunters returned to the UK housing market in January as demand figures reached a six-month high, according to the National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA).
The moves to make to avoid property fraud
With over 1.8 million people in the UK being effected by ID theft every year*, it’s not surprising that it remains a very real concern. However, it seems that it’s not just bank details, computers and tax information that people should be taking measures to protect, as a new trend has seen properties being targeted by criminals.