Historically, a decline in property sales has also led to a boost in private rental market stock. This is based on research1 looking at both sales and rental markets during the 2008-09 financial crisis and recent pandemic downturn. In 2008 property sales volumes...
A recent survey1 has shown that four in five people have no understanding of green mortgages. The terms of each individual deal differ, but typically lenders offer enhanced mortgage deals, for example lower interest rates or cashback, to qualifying homes. Generally,...
There is a natural connection between protection and homeowners, but new research suggests that renters could in fact gain more from the benefits of cover. Rent rise The number of households renting privately in the UK rose by 63% in the decade to 20171, reaching an...
The start of a new year is an ideal time to reassess your finances. Protection should be near the top of your list in 2023. Get protected The right protection for your unique needs is an indispensable safety net against any unexpected downturn in your financial...
Unpredictability was certainly a theme for UK housing in 2022, with political turbulence, Bank Rate hikes and shifting post-pandemic supply and demand patterns all contributing to an uncertain and fast-changing market. As we move in 2023, questions still abound. House...
House prices are widely predicted to fall next year, with drops of around 5% anticipated1. As mortgage rates rise, dampening demand and supply increases mean that prices are projected to fall. Buyer demand has dropped by a third since the September ‘mini-budget’ when...