mortgages

House prices tumble 10.5%

Update: Thu, 28/08/2008 - 08:54

As figures reveal house prices have fallen by 10.5% since last year, borrowers are warned they need at least a £40,000 deposit to secure a competitive mortgage deal. Read more

Northern Rock borrowers failing to repay loans

Update: Wed, 27/08/2008 - 13:14

The number of mortgage borrowers failing to meet repayments on their loans has risen to a record level, with the highest default numbers among Northern Rock customers. Read more

Is your credit rating holding you back?

Update: Tue, 26/08/2008 - 10:09

Your credit report is used by lenders as a personal reference, so it's important to ensure it is accurate. IFA Joanne Roberts helps a Moneywise reader concerned that her report is stopping her from getting on the property ladder. Read more

More lenders slash rates

Update: Wed, 20/08/2008 - 15:43

More lenders are cutting mortgage rates but banks continue to squeeze borrowers unable to put down large deposits. Read more

Buy-to-let booms as house sales dry up

Update: Tue, 19/08/2008 - 13:53

Home sellers unable to shift their properties have turned to renting out their homes in order to weather the current climate. Read more

A guide to renting for tenants and landlords

By Nathalie Bonney Update: Tue, 19/08/2008 - 09:36

The tenant and landlord relationship is often fraught with difficulty, especially where property damage, deposits and rents are concerned. Nathalie Bonney has some useful tips to keep things on an even keel. Read more

London house prices hardest hit in July

Mon, 18/08/2008 - 11:50

London house prices bore the brunt of falling values in July, with asking prices in the capital falling by £21,000 over the past month. Read more

Home repossession orders rise

Update: Mon, 18/08/2008 - 14:13

The number of homeowners faced with losing their homes after not meeting their mortgage payments has risen by 24% in the second quarter of 2008. Read more

Mortgage costs fall but market remains sluggish

Update: Tue, 12/08/2008 - 16:00

The cost of fixed-rate mortgages fell in July, according to official figures, but the housing market remained subdued during the month. Read more

Little surprise in arrears and repossession numbers

By Chris Thomas Update: Fri, 08/08/2008 - 10:34

The latest data from the Council of Mortgage Lenders shows that, despite the slowing economy, the majority of homeowners continue to meet their full mortgage repayments every month. Read more