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Mortgage tips for first-time buyers

With the latest figures from the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML) revealing that first-time buyer numbers increased by 20%, it seems that many are keen to get on the first rung of the property ladder, despite some of the financial … Continue reading

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Top tips to getting onto the property ladder

On average it takes 23 years for savers to raise enough money to buy a home. At the same time, 35% of renters are more than likely to have no savings at all.

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Chocolate Box Cottages

In days long gone by, tempting chocolate sweets were often packaged in tins and boxes featuring images of pretty rural cottages. Those days may have passed, but the term coined by these images is still alive and well and perfectly … Continue reading

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Glamour Pads in Unlikely Localities

We all know that location location and location are the 3 most important aspects when choosing property, but certain localities have an ill-fitting reputation that precedes them. Take a closer look at some areas that get a bad press and you might be … Continue reading

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If you want to get moving consider Part-Exchange

In a property market that remains sluggish, everyone knows that finding a committed buyer can take time. If you want to move quickly choosing to part-exchange your property could prove a sensible option.

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London Calling – Park Lane Hotel Property Auction

On 19th March 2013 The Park Lane Hotel will play host to the latest sale in the Countrywide Property Auction series.

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Overseas buyers consider UK property a safehaven

Wealthy buyers often see properties located in London and other desirable areas of the UK as a safe haven for their money.

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Generation Rent Gathers Pace

Attractive yields entice buy-to-let investors With one in ten properties in the UK delivering gross rental yields of 10% or more, now could be the time to expand your buy to let rental portfolio, or take your first steps on the property … Continue reading

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