Property Market

Ringley's to launch 'Block Management Revolution'
Leading London managing agent Ringley Group are campaigning to revolutionise the way the UK residential block management industry operates through a sophisticated new online block administration system.
Mydeposits records significant rise in members
Mydeposits.co.uk has seen a big increase in the number of new members signing up to the tenancy deposit scheme following a highly successful £10 winter sale.
Help for Braintree's first time buyers
The average age of first-time buyers has climbed to 37 according to a recent study by the Council of Mortgage Lenders, with prospective purchasers needing a deposit of over £37,000 to get their foot on the first rung*.
Cautious optimism for commercial property market
The latest RICS Commercial Property Market Survey shows further modest improvement in the real estate market but highlights pronounced regional and sector differences in both the occupier and investment arenas.
Redrow connects home buyers to the digital world
Award-winning housebuilder Redrow continues to embrace new technology in the bid to improve customer service and access to information.
Accidental and reluctant landlords beware
Belvoir Sheffield, the leading lettings agent in Sheffield is issuing a stark warning to reluctant and accidental landlords as more and more homeowners consider renting out their homes.

Shared Equity - A helping hand onto the property ladder
Leading homebuilder Persimmon Homes East Midlands has launched its popular 85 per cent shared equity scheme its Burfield Heights development in Witham St Hughs to assist more househunters secure the home of their dreams.
HSBC sees increase in applications from First Time Buyers
Stuart Beattie, head of mortgages at HSBC commented, "Although today's decision by the Monetary Policy Committee was expected, homeowners will still be relieved that interest rates have been kept on hold.
Five point plan helps first timers find the one with Barratt
First time buyers looking to take their first step onto the housing ladder in Bridgwater can take five and turn to Barratt for a helping hand.

Help at hand to secure first property in Colchester
Taylor Wimpey’s You Can campaign aims to give Essex property-seekers the chance to secure their place at its brand new Blenheim Park development of apartments and houses for sale in Colchester.

Secure a dream home with Taylor Wimpey North Midlands
Taylor Wimpey North Midlands Sales and Marketing Director Carl Cooke shows how buying a new home off-plan in the early stages of a Taylor Wimpey development can offer a host of added benefits for purchasers.
People moving home hit a record low during recession
In 2008/09, only 9 per cent of all households in England (2.0 million) had moved to their current homes within the previous 12 months, the lowest number since records began in 1994/95, according to the latest chapter of Social Trends, published by ONS.
Santander Mortgages offers 90% LTV to help first time buyers
Santander is launching a new mortgage to help first time buyers get on the property ladder. Offering a market leading 5.45 per cent rate, the two year fixed has a 90 per cent LTV and low £99 fee.
Buy-to-let market continues modest improvement
The buy-to-let market grew by 7% in 2010, according to the latest data from the Council of Mortgage Lenders.
NLA mortgages announces new rates
The National Landlords Association has announced a new range of fixed and variable interest rates, which are specifically tailored to the needs of landlords.