Property Industry Reactions: Bank of England cuts interest rates to 4.5%
Widely-anticipated 0.25% base rate reduction has been roundly welcomed by housing market insiders.
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Property Industry Reactions: Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75%
'This is not a comfortable pause,' says one estate agency chief.
Industry Reactions: BoE cuts interest rates to 3.75%
Central Bank confirms sixth rate cut since August, as inflation eases further towards target.
Property Industry Reactions: BoE holds interest rates at 4.5%
'While a hold in rates will be disappointing for borrowers, it does suggest a welcome level of stability', comments property portal boss Jason Tebb.
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