Property Market
Do your homework before buying a listed building
Listed buildings can be desirable places to live. But, according to Sussex solicitors Adams & Remers, they could also prove costly if you don’t do your homework before moving in.
New incentive offers home buyers an 'easy start'
House-hunters seeking a first home – or to move up the property ladder for less – have a fabulous opportunity to make 2010 the year they make their best investment.
Singles in the city could benefit from shared ownership
Young single professionals are increasingly keen to set up home on their own, especially those working in London, according to research carried out by Lloyds TSB Insurance.
Young couple find affordable new home in Bradford
Whilst many young couples have resigned to living with their parents for many years to come due, to the mammoth task of saving enough for a large deposit, 21 year old, Joe Leetham and girlfriend Laura Newall have just moved in to their own home.
Brooklands show apartment opens its doors to visitors
A stylish show apartment has opened its doors for viewing at Miller Homes’ Brooklands development in Gainsborough, which is a perfect example of today’s modern living.
Buyers offered an 'Easy Start' at Axis in Lewisham
First-time buyers are being urged to grab a fantastic opportunity to purchase a brand new Taylor Wimpey apartment at Axis in Lewisham – without having to scrape together a large deposit.
UK house prices doubled during the 2000s
The noughties was a significant period for the UK housing market. Despite a fall of more than one-fifth between mid 2007 and mid 2009, house prices increased by more in real terms than in any other decade over the last 50 years, according to the Halifax House Price Index.
Average mortgage rates falling across the board
‘Cash is King' has been the rule for some time for those buying a property, but new analysis from moneysupermarket.com (LSE: MONY) has shown that providers are beginning to loosen the purse strings with more products now available to mortgage borrowers with lower deposits or equity in their properties.
Apartment living in Havant for under £90K
Buyers who are eligible for HomeBuy Direct, a major new government scheme, could buy the remaining apartment for just £88,900 at Barratt’s Staunton Place development in the market town of Havant.
New homes released at popular Dorset development
Barratt is celebrating the arrival of 2010 with the release of some stunning new houses at its Purbeck Gate development in Wool, Dorset.
Last chance to buy at Twyford Square
Time is running out if you want to buy a brand new apartment at Barratt’s Twyford Square development in Eastleigh, where over 90 per cent of all homes have now been sold.
A helping hand for first time buyers in Dartford
Aspiring homeowners are being offered an incredible opportunity to take their first step on to the property ladder – thanks to a choice of fantastic money-saving incentives designed to put the squeeze on mortgage rates.
Paragon Investment Properties goes global
Paragon Investment Properties, an investment property specialist dealing typically with UK and overseas residential and commercial opportunities, has set up a new division devoted to handling larger or bulk deals in both the residential and commercial sector, commodities and private funding.
Barratt proves popular in Hucclecote
Barratt has sold more than 80 per cent of homes in the current phase of development at its Hucclecote development Coopers Edge with just eight, three and four bedroom homes remaining.
Couple find first home with Barratt in Stroud
Leading house builder Barratt has made a new home reality for one Stroud couple who have taken advantage of the government-backed HomeBuy Direct scheme.