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Asking prices in England and Wales down 2.1% month on month
Residential asking prices in England and Wales fell by 2.1% this month compared to November but the decline is in line with the usual seasonal rates, according to the latest index to be published. Prices of properties now coming onto the market are still 3.4% higher than they were a year ago with the average […] The post Asking prices in England and Wales down 2.1% month on month appeared first on PropertyWire . Continue reading →
UK financial watchdog to see if current mortgage market can be improved for buyers
The UK’s financial watchdog has launched a market study to consider whether competition in the housing mortgage sector can be improved to benefit consumers. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) said it wants to understand whether consumers are empowered to choose on an informed basis between products and services and are in a position to understand […] The post UK financial watchdog to see if current mortgage market can be improved for buyers appeared first on PropertyWire . Continue reading →
Prime property rents in central London more affordable, latest report shows
Higher activity levels in the prime rental property market in central London have put downwards pressure on rental values, which has boosted affordability for tenants, according to the latest analysis. It mean that the negotiation position of tenants in this lettings sector has strengthened over the course of this year and the number of tenancies […] The post Prime property rents in central London more affordable, latest report shows appeared first on PropertyWire . Continue reading →