Strong variations across the province depending upon your location House prices in Northern Ireland have risen by 3.5%over the last year to an average of £136,767, according to a Government report. House prices in Northern Ireland have been recovering…
Current supply can’t satisfy demand from buyers Alack of supply in the housing market is helping drive up prices here at a stronger rate than elsewhere in the UK. A Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and Ulster Bank…
Latest figures released showing some interesting results The number of new homes registered in Northern Ireland in the third quarter of the year was down by nearly 20% on the year before, latest figures have shown. The National House…
Getting a broker to help you with your mortgage search is vital not only for choosing the right product, but also for obtaining protection. Getting a broker to help you with your mortgage search is vital not only for…
Feeling overwhelmed about getting on the property ladder ? Feeling overwhelmed about starting your journey to home ownership? Property solicitor,Rachael Bewick, offers 10 tips to equip you for the adventure ahead Buying your first property can be exciting and…
Financial watchdog looks to relax its own rules Almost 150,000 mortgage prisoners unable to switch from costly deals may soon be offered a lifeline by the financial watchdog. The Financial Conduct Authority today launched a consultation on whether it…
If you can’t raise a deposit then maybe Co Ownership is worth considering For many first time buyers raising a deposit just proves too difficult. With Co Ownership this isn’t always required and in many cases the overall monthly…
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Quarter 3 magazine for 2018 is now available Our latest magazine focusing on all things financial is now availableThis edition focuses on: Bank of ‘mum & dad’ feels the pinch Buy to let market not dead yet Benefits of…
Gap between rates of 90% LTV vs 95% LTV widens Mortgages for first-time buyers with small deposits have got more expensive, as lenders begin to offer better deals to customers with more of their own equity. Those saving for…