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London office availability no longer rising

The amount of office space available to tenants in London declined for the first time in two years as the London economy started to lead the country out of recession says the latest RICS' UK Commercial Property Survey.

Deposit protection price war hots up

Mydeposits.co.uk, the only pay-as-you-go insurance-based tenancy deposit protection scheme, has commented on the latest 23 per cent price hike by The Dispute Service (TDS).

One in 10 landlords plan to purchase in Q1 2010

One in 10 landlords plan to purchase residential investment property in the first quarter of 2010, but they continue to be hampered by a lack of suitable mortgage finance.

Easy Start means no need for a big deposit at Axis

Easy Start means no need for a big deposit at Axis

Aspiring homeowners struggling to get a foothold on the property ladder are being offered a fantastic opportunity to purchase a brand new Taylor Wimpey apartment at Axis in Lewisham – without having to scrape together a large deposit.

Good news for first time buyers in Edgware

Good news for first time buyers in Edgware

An unexpected opportunity has arisen to help first-time buyers step on to the first rung of the property ladder – by saving up to 50% on the price of a brand new home at The Edge in Edgware, north London.

Taylor Wimpey offers Deposit Match at Willowcroft

Taylor Wimpey offers Deposit Match at Willowcroft

Leading housebuilder Taylor Wimpey is urging aspiring homeowners in Cambridgeshire to get The Facts – and discover why choosing a two-bedroom home at its stunning Willowcroft development could be the best move they’ll ever make.

First homes more affordable than buyers think

First homes more affordable than buyers think

A housing venture designed to help first time buyers step onto the property ladder has been heralded a success, with 75% of homes sold.

David Wilson developments open longer to meet demand

David Wilson developments open longer to meet demand

The region’s leading housebuilder is opening more of its developments seven days a week in order to meet growing demand.

Residents enjoy fizz of city life at Lemonade Building

Residents enjoy fizz of city life at Lemonade Building

Buyers are tasting city living at its best at the iconic Lemonade Building in Barking Central, where the first seven floors are now build-complete.

Bloor opens new show home in Littlecombe

Bloor opens new show home in Littlecombe

The five-bedroom homes available at Bloor Homes Littlecombe development have proved extremely popular with all of the larger style properties in the current phase now sold. The stunning 5-bed showhome has played a big part in attracting buyers, giving them a real taste of the quality of the build and specification, space and flexibility the homes offer.

Advice on hand for first time buyers at Park Central

Advice on hand for first time buyers at Park Central

First time buyers looking for free independent advice on getting onto the property ladder in 2010 are being urged to visit Park Central in Birmingham city centre on Wednesday 3 February, where developer Crest Nicholson is hosting an open evening from 5pm to 7pm.

Cold snap sends house hunters online

While the recent treacherous weather and road conditions have deterred house-hunting on foot, homebuyers have turned to the web in droves to search for a brand new home, according to SmartNewHomes.com.

Rent or buy? Shared equity could be the answer

Rent or buy? Shared equity could be the answer

With the current economic climate, buyers are struggling more than ever to gather the sizable deposit needed to secure a mortgage. Many people find themselves stuck in a renting rut and prevented from getting their first grip on the property ladder.

A2Dominion Group announces new brand

A2Dominion Group announces new brand

Award-winning housing provider, A2Dominion Group, is launching a new brand as it bids to bring a wider range of new homes to the market than ever before.

Green innovations at Bluebell View

Green innovations at Bluebell View

Forward-thinking housebuilder Taylor Wimpey is putting the environment first with its innovative new Bluebell View development in the village of North Chailey, East Sussex.