Industry Reactions: Mortgage lending bounces back
Mortgage approvals were up 28% year-on-year in December, and the Bank of England thinks 'there is still optimism for further mortgage approval increases in the coming months, if bank rate cuts materialise.'
Industry Reactions: Mortgage approvals hit a two-year high
'The outlook remains a very positive one for the remainder of the year,' comments Stephanie Daley of Foxtons-owned mortgage advisor Alexander Hall.
Industry Reactions: Mortgage approvals held steady in June
The latest Bank of England data 'suggest that buyer and seller confidence remain consistent despite recent political changes,' says OnTheMarket chief Jason Tebb.
Property industry reactions: Mortgage approvals climb for fifth month
'The recovery in housing market activity is taking hold despite an uncertain start to the year for mortgage rates,' comments Simon Gammon, Managing Partner at Knight Frank Finance.
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