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Fewer first-time buyers rely on bank of mum and dad to get on the property ladder

New data from TSB has revealed that fewer first-time buyers are reliant on gifts from family and friends to put towards a deposit on their first home[1].

First-time buyers who received money from a friend or family member changed marginally from just over a third (34%) in Q1 2024 to just under a third (30%) in Q1 2025.

Ahead of the stamp duty changes that came into effect on 1 April,...

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32% jump in number of local authorities where homebuyers are automatically hit with inheritance tax

New insight from Yopa , the full-service estate agents, has revealed that despite an increase in inheritance tax thresholds over the last 20 years, higher rates of house price growth mean that homebuyers across 36% all UK local authorities are now automatically liable to pay inheritance tax based on the value of their bricks and mortar estate alone, versus just 4% two decades ago.

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Top Aerial Installation Company in Banbury

Whether you're looking to improve your TV signal, install a new satellite dish, or set up a home entertainment system, choosing a reliable service provider is crucial. Here, we explore five of the best aerial installation companies in Banbury, each offering unique services and expertise to meet your needs.

TV Aerials UK

TV Aerials UK , led by James Wilson, is a trusted name in the...

Exploring the Role and Benefits of a Buyers Agent in Real Estate Transactions

The labyrinthine world of property buying can often leave homebuyers feeling lost and overwhelmed. Where do you start when looking for your perfect home? What kind of property will give you the best return on your investment? With an endless sea of questions, who can you turn to for answers? The key lies in understanding one of the most essential components in the property buying process....

Belfast, Leeds, and Bradford have been ranked as the best cities in the UK to retire

Retirement marks a significant milestone, offering the opportunity to spend your golden years embracing a lifestyle filled with relaxation and new adventures.

Whether you're seeking a serene coastal town or the cultural buzz of a historic city, choosing the ideal location to spend your retirement can be difficult. To help those who are searching for the perfect place to enjoy a...

How much can a short lease cost you when it comes to selling up?

With Labour committing to improving the leasehold sector, the latest research fromOpen Property Group has revealed just how many homes are currently listed for sale across the nation with a short lease, as well as the potential bargains on offer for homebuyers willing to take on the tax of extending them.

Open Property Group analysed current market data* on homes with a short lease...

Lyon Quarter, Actually

This summer, Guinness Homes will unveil a new show home at their new development on the south coast – Lyon Quarter in Hove. An attractive and affordable collection of apartments, the first launch has already brought 42 studio, one-, two- and three- bedroom Shared Ownership homes to market in one of the UK’s most sought-after seaside towns. Quickly proving popular, over half of the homes are...

Good news for homebuyers as cost of borrowing expected to fall further over coming months

CEO of Octane Capital , Jonathan Samuels, has reassured homebuyers that should start to benefit from more affordable borrowing costs following the cut to base rate at the start of August, with the average monthly mortgage payment having already fallen by £116 per month since the base rate was frozen in August of last year.

Octane Capital analysed how the monthly cost of taking out a...

Nation's most valuable second home housing markets revealed as total market value tops £42.7bn

The latest research London lettings and estate agent, Benham and Reeves , has revealed that whilst Cornwall sits top when it comes to the sheer size of the nation's second home housing market, it's the prime London boroughs of Kensington and Westminster that are home to the highest market value where secondary properties are concerned.

Benham and Reeves analysed current data* on the...

Build It Live returns to the South West this Weekend

The UK's most practical self build and renovation show returns to Westpoint Arena in Exeter next weekend on 7 and 8 September 2024.

Build It Live brings together everything you need under one roof to help make a building project a success. Listen to real life stories from self builders featured in Build it Magazine. At the Exeter show hear from a florist and surfing instructor who...

Property expert shares five things which could be devaluing your home

If you're planning on putting your property on the market, it's important to present your home in the most appealing way to attract buyers.

To help Brits, Oren Kander, Senior Valuer at Gaffsy has shared five things which can devalue the price of your home, and how to rectify these issues to promote a speedier sale.

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