MarketWatch:Mail on Sunday Property Editor Sebastien O’Kelly explains why the recent rate rise won’t slow the property market in South-East England
Category: Property
This Is Money: Property Fund Chiefs Accused In £49m Row
Three high-flying property fund managers, backed by Sir Alex Ferguson and Sir David Frost, are embroiled in a £49.5 million High Court row
MoneyExpert: New Mortgage Range Ahead Of Base Rate Review
Alliance & Leicester has announced changes to its range of specialist mortgages to commence on November 9th, the same day that the Bank of England’s interest rate is reviewed.
This Is Money: Council Tax Bills Set To Double
At least half of English households face huge council tax increases under a nationwide reassessment of property values by a ‘Big Brother’ computer
Scotsman: FSA Unveils New Rules As It Takes On Reversion Plans
HOME reversion plans, which allow elderly people to raise cash from their property by selling at least part of it, should become a safer equity release option from next year.
MoneyExpert: Loans Of Over 100% ‘may Be A Step Too Far’
Companies that offer buyers a loan of 100 per cent of the property value could be going “a step too far”, a mortgage analyst has claimed.
This Is Money: Garage Adds 20% To Property Value
Parking charges that punish the owners of ‘gas guzzlers’ will force up the price of homes with a garage by up to 20%, say property experts
MoneyExpert: Buyers Urged To Shop Around
Those looking to compare mortgage rate fees are being encouraged to shop around for the most suitable deal.
This Is Money: Murky World Of Sealed Bids
The London property market is spiralling with a quarter of properties going to sealed bid auctions. Why is this happening and exactly what are sealed bids?
This Is Money: New Money Rights For Couples
Cohabiting couples will be able to make a claim for their ex-partner’s property or pension under planned legislation to be introduced as early as next year