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Record price gap between flats and houses

Zoopla says houses are now worth 1.7 times flats, making it the largest difference in 30 years.


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Inflation fears fade ahead of rate decision

Unexpectedly steady inflation figures have eased pressure on the Bank of England ahead of today's Bank Rate decision.


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New interest-free loan scheme for first-time buyers set up

Scottish Housing Secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville says the First Homes Fund will offer first-time buyers £10,000 towards a deposit.


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Rent rise pressure eases, but supply warnings remain

Chris Norris, of the NRLA, says official figures highlighting a slowdown in rent rises mask the real picture.


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When will the shocks stop and a normal property market return?

The Spring sales market pretty much didn't happen for many estate agents as global and national problems persist, so what does that mean for pricing?


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Landlord income up 23% but arrears are significant

Managing risk and the right portfolio structures are vital in keeping rental properties profitable, says LegalforLandlords’ Sim Sekhon.


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Ombudsman expels five property companies

The property companies were expelled after they failed to pay compensation awards, explains The Property Ombudsman's Lesley Horton.


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New Lomond boss is revealed online

Appointment was made public on social media and names Paul Geddes as the group’s new boss.


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Two in five landlords to slash portfolios

Increasing pressures on landlords means mean many are hesitant to invest further, according to Aldermore's Jon Cooper.


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Residential auction supply rises, but demand lags behind

Residential auction activity continued to grow in May, with more than 27,000 properties sold in the past year, despite a dip in success rates.


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