Inflation starts to fall, however interest rates are still going up. Inflation falls below 10% for the first time since August last year but the drop was smaller than expected, suggesting interest rates have not yet peaked. Inflation has fallen below 10% for the first time since August last year but interest rates are expected […]
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There are many existing green home options, Nationwide has also launched a 0% interest loan of up to £15,000 customers who are improving the energy efficiency of their homes and have exising mortgages with them. Nationwide is offering 5,000 existing mortgage customers the opportunity to borrow up to £15,000 for green home improvements, without paying
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The ‘cost of living crisis’ refers to the fall in incomes that the UK has experienced since late 2021. What is the cost of living crisis? The ‘cost of living crisis’ refers to the fall in disposable incomes (that is, adjusted for inflation and after taxes and benefits) that the UK has experienced since late
If you are looking to get yourself on the property ladder as many other people are, or perhaps you just want to put some money aside, we have you covered. Open a high interest current account/savings account Switch to a more affordable energy provider Turn thermostat to between 18°C and 21°C Draught proof windows &
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With higher mortgage rates and increased cost of living pressures many households will find this budget focuses on encouraging the economy and jobs. The Spring budget only had a few things affecting the housing market. Stamp duty is remains unchanged and we expect this to be the case until 2025. Landlords now have a lower
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New build homes save homeowners more than £3000 a year on energy bills, whilst upgrading an older home to the same standard can be very expensive. Around 85% of new build houses and flats have an Energy Performance Certificate rating of A or B, compared with just 4% of existing older homes More than half
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With many people throughout the UK still struggling through the global cost of living crisis. The government is still offering further support and advice to help you get through this. Cost of living payments: aimed to help those on low income, benefits or tax credits. Energy saving advice: these small changes can add up throughout
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If you’re buying on a budget or looking to sell, these are the a few things to look out for. Flats are proving the most affordable as they have not been subject to the same price hikes as houses Towns near big cities with good commuter links are proving to be an excellent choice Sales
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More than one in five people now rent in the private sector, while the number of those who own a home has fallen, according to the latest Housing Census. The number of people renting a home in the private sector in England and Wales has jumped by 28% during the past 10 years A third
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It might seem odd for us to be writing about last years exceptionally hot weather, especially in the middle of winter with frost fairly ubiquitous and we even had snow in the South of the UK last December. Since annual records began 140 years ago, 2022 has been the warmest year for the UK. The
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