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Should you fix your mortgage or opt for a variable rate?
With speculation rife the Bank of England is set to continue cutting rates in May and throughout 2025, homeowners remortgaging this year must choose between the stability of a fixed mortgage or the chance to benefit from future rate cuts on a variable rate deal.
By Samantha Partington Last updated
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What’s happening with UK house prices? Latest property market moves explained
House prices rose ahead of March's stamp duty deadline, but higher purchase costs and trade tariffs could dampen buyer demand going forward. Will house prices rise or fall in 2025?
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Renters' Rights Bill: how landmark reforms to end no-fault evictions will affect you
The long-awaited housing bill gets its second reading in parliament on Wednesday - how will it affect you?
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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Nationwide: UK house price growth slides after stamp duty rush – is now a good time to buy a property?
The housing market is counting the cost of stamp duty changes in April
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Equity release jumps 32% amid growing inheritance tax concerns
Homeowners have unlocked millions of pounds in housing wealth so far in 2025. Could it help reduce inheritance tax liabilities?
By Laura Miller Published
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Property wealth in hands of over 60s hits record level
Over 60s property owners are estimated to be sitting on a record £2.89 trillion of net housing wealth, according to the latest data from property firm Savills, and they are showing little signs of wanting to downsize
By Laura Miller Published
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Is UK prime property making a comeback as a safe haven asset?
Cheap prime central London property is attracting overseas buyers, helping it regain its safe haven status
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Equity release vs downsizing house – which is best?
Downsizing and equity release are both popular ways to unlock the capital in your home. We weigh up the pros and cons of each.
By Samantha Partington Last updated
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What sole traders and landlords need to know about Making Tax Digital with one year to go
Sole traders and landlords will have to start reporting their earnings digitally on a quarterly basis to HMRC from April 2026 – here is what you need to know
By Marc Shoffman Published