November 15, 2023
Inflation falls sharply to 4.6%
Inflation has come down quite significantly but that does not mean it's good news for interest rates falling anytime in the very near future.
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December 16, 2023
Estate Agents Amongst the least trusted!
A poll carried out by Ipos known as the Veracity Index looks at how much trust the public has in various types of people. Estate Agents ranked as the 4th least trusted.
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January 12, 2024
New research suggests many won't retire until 72
Research by Canada Life suggests many will work longer due to a lack of pension planning and the cost of living crisis. More support from employers is also required for those working longer.
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February 1, 2024
Interest Rates Held again at 5.25%
Interest rates have been held at 5.25% again; this is the 5th time rates have been steady at this level, having peaked in August 2023. There may be some good news on the horizon though.
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March 6, 2024
Budget 2024 - Stamp Duty - Multiple Dwelling Relief
Today's budget announced a change to Stamp Duty Land Tax. To be clear, this applies only to England /Wales and does not affect Scotland.
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March 6, 2024
Budget 2024 - Stamp Duty - Non Dom Status
In today's budget, the government has changed the tax rules for those considered non-domiciled in the UK. Why is this relevant to mortgages?
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