first-time buyers

Rent now, buy later scheme unveiled

Update: Thu, 17/07/2008 - 08:20

First-time buyers could be given a helping hand onto the ladder under a new homeownership scheme that allows them to rent first, buy later. Read more

Why all is not lost for first-time buyers

Wed, 04/06/2008 - 12:01

Over a quarter of young people are priced off even the lowest rungs of the property ladder despite falls in house prices. But there does appear to be hope on the horizon... Read more

Why there's still hope for first time buyers

The Moneywise guide to buying your first home

Fri, 30/05/2008 - 11:36

While house prices have finally started to fall, there's been no let up for first time buyers as lenders pull loans and increase their rates. However that doesn't mean you have to put your dream of homeownership on hold, you just need to be that little bit more creative...

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House building slump threatens government targets

By Emma Lunn Update: Thu, 15/05/2008 - 17:25

New house building in England has fallen by nearly 25% over the last three months raising fears that government targets for first-time buyer homes may not be met. Read more

Government offers a £300 million helping hand to first-time buyers

Update: Wed, 14/05/2008 - 16:26

The government has pledged £300 million to help first-time buyers onto the housing ladder through shared ownership schemes. Read more

Finding your way through the mortgage maze

Update: Wed, 09/04/2008 - 08:53

With mortgage deals flying off the shelves and house prices on the wane, here is the Moneywise guide to getting a good deal wherever you are on the housing ladder. Read more

Halifax demands deposits as house prices fall

Update: Fri, 04/04/2008 - 15:55

Borrowers hoping for a Halifax mortgage will now have to save for a 25% deposit or pay a premium. Read more

The risk of negative equity in an uncertain housing market

Wed, 06/02/2008 - 16:43

With UK house prices falling in 2008, Moneywise TV's Hannah Ricci looks at the issue of 100% mortgages and meets first-time buyers who are at risk of negative equity after stretching themselves to get on the property ladder.

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Where next for first-time buyers?

By Laura Howard Update: Tue, 03/06/2008 - 15:06

Many first-time buyers are taking on higher-risk loans. But, as house prices wobble and lenders tighten their belts, Laura Howard asks if it's time to start worrying. Read more

Is now a good time to get on the property ladder?

By Chris Thomas Update: Fri, 25/01/2008 - 16:48

Figures show that property asking prices are falling as the housing market slows down. Chris Thomas investigates whether now is a good time to get on the property ladder. Read more