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Base rate holds firm at 0.5%

The Bank of England has once again held its base rate at a record low of 0.5%.

Read More | Posted: 17/01/2012 | Comment

UK housing market looks bleak for 2012

The UK housing market is expected to remain ‘fairly subdued’ over the next few months as it shows little sign of improvement.

Read More | Posted: 11/01/2012 | Comment

UK property market remains resilient as house prices fall by 1.3% in 2011

House prices fell by an average of 1.3% over the course of 2011, mortgage lender Halifax have stated.

Read More | Posted: 06/01/2012 | Comment

What 2012 means for mortgages and the UK housing market

The last 12 months has not been very kind to the UK housing market, with prices typically rising at a painfully slow pace. Alongside this, the North/South divide continues to grow, millions are trapped in negative equity and the nation can barely afford to make repayments despite the low interest rates.

Read More | Posted: 04/01/2012 | Comment

Get your finances in shape for the New Year

Whilst you might be trying to lose a few pounds around the waistline after a festive feast or two, why not try and add a few pounds to your wallet.

Read More | Posted: 04/01/2012 | Comment

2012: Key financial dates to watch out for

Whilst many economic experts are predicting more gloom for the country over the next 12 months, you can help to improve your finances by taking note of some important dates for your diary.

Read More | Posted: 04/01/2012 | Comment

Home ownership affordability at an 8 year high for FTBs

The average deposit for a first time buyer has fallen to 15%, making home ownership the most affordable it has been for eight years, new research suggests.

Read More | Posted: 30/12/2011 | Comment

North-South divide apparent for first-time buyers

Affordability for first-time buyers is the best it has been for 8 years, new figures from Halifax reveal.

Read More | Posted: 30/12/2011 | Comment

Property sales reach highest levels for the entire year

The number of properties sold in the UK has reached an annual high, according to the latest figures

Read More | Posted: 21/12/2011 | Comment

Mission possible: educating the young in financial literacy

With MPs having just debated making financial education a compulsory part of the school curriculum[1], the subject of educating the young in financial literacy is more relevant than ever.

Read More | Posted: 20/12/2011 | Comment

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