Mike Boles: Mortgage rates may be rising but borrowing remains attractive
As the cost of living rises at its fastest rate in 30 years and the Bank of England warns that inflation may hit 8 per cent, possibly higher, it’s unsurprising that interest rates are also edging upwards. SPF Private Office's Mike Boles explains what it means for borrowers…
BoE considers withdrawal of mortgage affordability test, as rates set to rise
“Letting people borrow more money looks like a risky move at a time when house prices are sky high and the outlook is uncertain," comments one analyst as the Bank of England opens a consultation on loosening…
BoE raises interest rates to a 13-year high
The Bank of England expects interest rates to climb to around 2.5% by mid-2023.
Mortgage lending stays well-above pre-pandemic norms
The latest Bank of England data show a slight drop in mortgage approvals.
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Big-ticket deals drive prime London property market rally
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Boutique property firm launches in Hampstead Village; aims to ‘redefine the traditional agency model’
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Boutique luxury apartment scheme hits the market in Knightsbridge
Three-home development on Cheval Place was delivered by top-end firm Finchatton in 2015.
Super-prime property management specialist returns to Knight Frank
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Family office secures £73mn refinance on central London property portfolio
Starz Real Estate's senior facility allows Ziser London to 'optimise its borrowing strategy'.
In Pictures: Burj Khalifa’s 21,000 sq ft ‘Sky Palace’ seeks £40mn
Marquee residence in the world's tallest building is being sold as a shell, but agents think it could one day be worth up to £90mn.
Herman Melville’s historic London home goes hunting for a buyer
Georgian end-of-terrace where Moby Dick author once lived could be 'one of the most spectacular townhouses on the Embankment', say agents.
In Pictures: Historic Hampstead mansion seeks a buyer at £18mn
Cloth House is thought to be the second-oldest house in Hampstead.
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