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Average fixed mortgage rate rises to 5.58% with some lenders pulling deals while pricing plans are reconsidered
By Joseph Mullane, Amy Willis Last updated
The average rate is not quite at April's levels of 5.9% but the hike is a disappointing rise after months of falling

Has a leasehold property caught your eye? Before you take the plunge, read our need-to-know guide
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
Buying a leasehold property is different to a freehold one, but why, is it a good idea and what are the important things to know? Experts explain all

Government reveals plans to slash the time and costs involved in buying a home
By Sarah Harley Published
With proposals to introduce sales packs, a move to a digital practices and a Code of Practice for estate agents, the home buying landscape is set to change

Lloyds offers £5k-deposit mortgage – but bars Bank of Mum and Dad support
By Joseph Mullane Published
High street lender launches 98% mortgage for first-time buyers, but excludes parental or family support for the deposit

Mansion tax to hit 165,000 homeowners — 45,000 more than expected
By Joseph Mullane Published
High-value property tax set to hit 165,000 UK homeowners, with many likely to appeal

Do you live on one of Britain’s 10 most expensive streets outside London?
By Joseph Mullane Published
New research reveals where the UK’s highest house prices outside the capital can be found, with multi-million-pound homes on some of the country’s most exclusive roads

'Mortgage prisoners' lose appeal against TSB in High Court ruling
By Joseph Mullane Published
Court of Appeal confirms that borrowers cannot force lenders to lower inherited mortgage rates, a ruling that could affect homeowners looking to refinance or fund home improvements

House prices are rising – but could inflation stop the momentum?
By Joseph Mullane Last updated
House prices rise toward the end of 2025, but cost pressures from inflation add a new challenge for the market
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