It’s positive that lending to first time buyers has continued to increase throughout 2017 comments Richard Sexton

July 21, 2017

Comment from Richard Sexton, director at e.surv, following the latest CML monthly lending figures.

“It’s positive that lending to first time buyers has continued to increase throughout 2017. We’re seeing similar trends in our Mortgage Monitor data and believe this is largely due to record low mortgage rates on offer as well as the increased support of government and lender schemes helping to get more buyers onto the ladder.

“The rise in remortgaging and first time buyer activity is a great step in the right direction, however it is clear there is not enough movement in the mid-market. This is causing a bottleneck of housing supply and in turn, is pushing up prices to historical highs. Confidence in the market and more favourable economic conditions should bring more fluidity to the market. As more existing homeowners climb the property ladder, they will eventually free up affordable property for those looking to get onto the first rung.”

Allen Walkey

Highly experienced businessman with a successful career in property sales and investment both in the UK and abroad. Now a freelance writer and blogger for the property and Investment Industry, keeping readers up-to-date with changes and events in a rapidly changing world.

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