Mortgage approvals climb for a sixth month
We're seeing 'increased stability seen in the mortgage markets', notes Emily Williams of Savills, but Knight Frank's Tom Bill says 'it doesn’t feel like the UK housing market is ready for take-off this spring.'
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.
Mortgage approvals rise again as borrowing costs ease
40% more home purchase mortgages were approved in January this year than in January 2023.
Industry Reactions: Mortgage approvals rise again
'A third consecutive monthly increase in mortgage approvals demonstrates that market momentum continues to build,' comments Foxtons' boss Guy Gittins, as the latest BoE data shows a continued recovery…
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£13.95mn price tag for rare specimen opposite Chelsea Physic Garden
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