Property Market
NAEA dismayed by mid-December HIPs launch
The National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA) has expressed its dismay at the government’s plans to roll out the final phase of home information packs (HIPs) in just over three week’s time.
AHIPP welcomes final rollout of HIPs
Housing Minister Yvette Cooper has announced that the phased implementation of Home Information Packs (HIPs) will be extended to one and two bedroom properties.
Green ratings to benefit all home buyers
First time homebuyers will see their upfront costs drop and all home buyers will, for the first time, receive A-G green ratings for their properties which will help cut fuel bills and carbon emissions, with the roll out of Home Information Packs (HIPs) and Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) announced today.
Pre-Christmas slowdown comes early for UK housing market
The latest survey from the National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA) has revealed a slow October housing market as the number of buyers on books, houses available and sales agreed took a tumble, indicating a considerable cooling down in the housing market.
First time buyers consider migration
One–in-four first time buyers (25 per cent) are considering a move to a cheaper area of the UK in order to be able to afford their first home, according to research from Abbey Mortgages. And one-in-six (16 per cent) would consider moving to another country where house prices are within their grasp.
Delay to 'First Day Marketing' deemed necessary
Paul Broadhead, Deputy Director General, Association of Home Information Pack Providers (AHIPP), comments on the speculation surrounding ‘First Day Marketing’ of Home Information Packs (HIPs):
Scottish housing market remains buoyant
House prices across Scotland continue to rise according to the latest Lloyds TSB Scotland House Price Monitor.
House price growth to pause for breath in 2008
Economic tailwinds are turning into headwinds, as house price inflation is expected to drop from the current rate of 9.7% to 0% by this time next year, according to Nationwide’s house price forecast 2008.
Awards keep coming for Redrow's £60k homes
Homes designed to help first time buyers get a foothold on the property ladder – sometimes for less than £60,000 - have won yet another national award. Redrow’s innovative Debut range, which boasts flagship starter homes across the country has successfully taken the lead in this often ignored sector of the property market and has been repeatedly recognised for its efforts.
A new home for Christmas
Despite spring being widely regarded as the most popular time of year to move, the hectic 12-week run-up to Christmas is still a busy period for house buyers with nearly one in four (22%) getting the keys to their new home at this time of year.
Tenants making legal sacrifices by not checking basics
One in two (50%) people renting in the UK don’t obtain a written tenancy agreement before moving into their home, putting themselves at the mercy of landlords who are flouting the law, according to new research from AA Legal Services.
AHIPP reaches membership milestone
The Association of Home Information Pack Providers (AHIPP) has reached 100 members, demonstrating that this new industry remains committed to the implementation of Home Information Packs (HIPs) despite Government delays.
HIP free, hassle free moves with Persimmon
Is the thought of completing a Home Information Pack (HIP) a thorn in your side? Are you overwhelmed and confused by the different elements required? Panic not. With Persimmon Homes getting a HIP is just a short hop to your new home this Autumn.
Still better to buy than rent – but only just
It’s still better to buy rather than rent in the UK – but only just. The latest results from the annual UK Rent Versus Buy Index from Abbey Mortgages shows that the average monthly cost of a mortgage for 25 years and the average monthly cost of rent for the same period are converging.
AHIPP: HIPs offer first time buyers many benefits
Paul Broadhead, Deputy Director General, Association of Home Information Pack Providers (AHIPP), comments on the warning from RICS that Home Information Packs (HIPs) will push first time buyers out of the market: