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Hodge Bank introduces 80% LTV on Interest Only Mortgages, helping borrowers maximise their affordability

 

Specialist lender Hodge has today announced it will accept 80% Loan to Value (LTV) on Interest Only Mortgages to help borrowers expand their affordability. The criteria enhancement is the latest in a raft of changes introduced by the lender in a bid to make its underwriting as flexible as possible. This change applies to Hodge’s…

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Breaking Property News 4/11/25

 

Daily bite-sized proptech and property news in partnership with Proptech-X.   Fine & Country network prepare for success in 2026 Premium estate agency Fine & Country is delighted to announce the return of its Regional Meetings this November, bringing together business owners, key decision-makers, and leading agents from across the network. These highly anticipated events…

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The end of the ‘Forever Home’? 63 per cent of young homeowners prioritise flexibility and renovation potential over permanence

 

63 per cent of younger homeowners (18-34 year olds) find the ‘forever home’ concept less important than older generations Nearly half (45 per cent) of the same group of homeowners expect to move home within the next five years, embracing a flexible ‘Right Now Home’ model 23 per cent of 18-34 year olds view their…

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Ignoring these simple winter property maintenance tasks could cost you big time

 

The latest research from nationwide cash buying company and quick sale specialists, Springbok Properties, has revealed that failing to complete some of the most common winter home maintenance tasks could cost homeowners thousands of pounds, as ignored issues turn into major repair jobs over the colder months. Springbok Properties analysed a series of essential winter…

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Half of first-time buyers delaying until after the Budget

 

The latest research from eXp UK has revealed that almost half of first-time buyers (47%) have paused their homebuying plans until after the Autumn Budget, as uncertainty around potential tax and housing policy changes continues to weigh on buyer confidence. However, it’s not short-term tax tweaks they’re waiting for. The survey of aspiring homeowners, commissioned…

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Moneyfacts Average Mortgage Rate dips below 5%

 

The Moneyfacts Average Mortgage Rate has dropped below 5%. The latest analysis by Moneyfactscompare.co.uk reveals how the rate has changed over time.  Rachel Springall, Finance Expert at Moneyfactscompare.co.uk, said: “Borrowers will no doubt be thrilled to see mortgage rates drop, particularly the millions due to come off a cheap fixed rate before the year is…

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Breaking Property News 3/11/25

 

Daily bite-sized proptech and property news in partnership with Proptech-X.   Opportunity for self-employed agents in Prime Central London Fine & Country has announced the launch of its new Partner Agent Programme in Prime Central London. The initiative offers an exclusive opportunity for entrepreneurial, self-employed estate agents to operate independently under a globally recognised luxury…

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Does the market even need a Budget boost?

 

The latest market analysis from London lettings and estate agent, Benham and Reeves, has suggests that, despite mounting speculation around what support might come for homebuyers in the forthcoming Autumn Budget, the UK property market is already showing impressive stability and resilience – raising the question of whether it even needs a policy boost at…

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Forget kerb appeal: LRG report reveals what really triggers a homebuyer’s offer

 

One of the UK’s largest property services groups has published its debut sales report, uncovering what genuinely persuades buyers to make an offer – and the findings challenge the traditional focus on kerb appeal. While sellers often guess which improvements will pay off, the data shows where money is well spent and where it’s wasted….

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Prime London’s love affair with period homes continues

 

One in four listings are historic properties The latest research from Jefferies London shows that nearly a quarter of homes listed for sale across prime central London (23.3%) offer high-end homebuyers the chance to secure a period property, with demand for prime period properties at its highest in Maida Vale. Jefferies London analysed current for…

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Industry Response to latest Nationwide House Price Index

 

Nationwide House Price Index for October 2025, with the latest figures showing no Halloween haunting for homebuyers where house price growth is concerned – despite widespread talks of Autumn Budget uncertainty hitting the market. The latest index shows that: – House prices increased by 0.3% between September and October of this year. On an annual…

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The capital’s most haunted property hotspots for Halloween homebuyers

 

The latest analysis by Foxtons has revealed which of the capital’s spookiest postcodes command the largest house price premiums, as the average cost of purchasing a property in one of London’s most haunted neighbourhoods comes in 48% more than the wider London average. Foxtons analysed the property market across 14 of London’s most haunted locations,…

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Annual house price growth edges higher in October

 

Slight increase in annual house price growth to 2.4% House prices were up 0.3% month on month Kitchen and bathroom renovations most popular amongst homeowners in last five years Analysis based on Nationwide’s HPI data shows extensions or loft conversions with a bedroom can increase house value by up to 24% Headlines Oct-25 Sep-25 Monthly…

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How much will a Halloween Castle set you back

 

The latest research from Enness Global has revealed that, for those looking to follow in the footsteps of Count Dracula this Halloween, the average castle on the UK market will set buyers back around £2.2 million, requiring a deposit of £332,609 and a monthly mortgage repayment of more than £10,000. Enness Global analysed current castle…

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How much is a Halloween home from Hell?

 

Halloween homes from Hell will cost you an average of £448k The latest property market insight from Yopa reveals that Hell is the most expensive Halloween-related road name in England, but those living on a road with Lantern in the name have seen an almost paranormal property price increase of 44.8% in the past year….

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