Property Market
Poole Quarter purchaser steps onto the ladder with an EasyBuy
First-time buyers have come face-to-face with a tough housing market recently, yet despite the difficulties in reaching that all important first rung on the ladder, a local couple have found themselves an ‘EasyBuy’* and are now the proud owners of a brand new home in Poole.
Buy to let investments in St Neots
With a number of buy-to-let purchasers already snapping up Redrow homes in St Neots, other would-be investors who choose to join them could see a higher yield on their savings.
The South East’s largest self-build and renovating show returns
As the Lonely Plant claims Surrey is ‘dull and uninspiring’, the South East’s biggest building, renovating and home improvement event, the Homebuilding & Renovating Show, Surrey is returning to Sandown Park, Esher, from 25-26 June to prove that Surrey’s inhabitants are among some of the most creative and innovative self builders in the country.
Getting your home ready for a sale – from de-cluttering to conveyancing
When it comes to selling your home, preparation and doing your homework will help to make the task run smoothly.
First-time buyer deals on new homes in Ashford
Taylor Wimpey’s Gifted Deposit scheme offers purchasers a 5% lump sum towards the cost of selected homes at the Bridgefield development of property for sale in Ashford, Kent – with nothing to pay back.
Average first time buyer deposit is 17 per cent
Deposits paid by first time buyers trying to get on the British housing ladder during the last 12 years have averaged 17 per cent of the overall property value - two per cent more than the current average - and taken an average 29 months to save for, according to research from Santander Mortgages.
Santander launches 90% LTV mortgage for first time buyers
Santander, the ‘Home of UK Mortgages' is launching a new market leading two year fixed Homebuyer product at 90 per cent LTV, with a 5.29 per cent and £495 fee - ideal for first time buyers taking that first step on to the ladder.
Westfield London launches inaugural Home Trends Show
As London gets set for a May bank holiday weekend full of shopping trips and home improvements, Westfield London will bring the two together under one roof with its first ever free Home Trends Show, sponsored by Dulux, from Thursday 26th – Monday 30th May 2011.
Open House Event in Netherley, Liverpool
Miller Homes Bank Holiday Bonus at its Bridgewater Park in Netherley will bag one lucky person £500!
Rising rents cause death of love nest
The number of couples being forced to share rental homes with others is booming, according to the latest research from flatsharing website, easyroommate.co.uk.
Buy to let opportunities in Barking
With many buy-to-let purchasers already snapping up Redrow apartments in Barking, other would-be investors who join them could see one of the highest yields in London, according to one local letting agent.
NatWest and RBS to increase funding for renewable energy
NatWest and RBS are creating a dedicated £50M fund and renewable energy team to help meet demand from businesses looking to install wind turbines and solar panels.
A first time buyer deal too good to miss at Lawley Farm
A handful of lucky first time buyers quick enough off the mark have the chance to buy a stunning home at Taylor Wimpey Midlands Lawley Farm development in Telford discounted by 25%*!
Get a head start at Highfields in Sunderland
First-time buyers or key workers seeking a stylish new home and value for money should hurry along to Barratt North East’s popular Highfields development in Sunderland.
Escape the rent race in Baguley
Buyers in Baguley could be financially better off buying a property rather than renting, according to Persimmon Homes North West.