Buyers are willing to pay a premium for a home with a sea view  One million UK homes have risen in value by at least 50%

More first-time buyers are purchasing homes later in life to manage affordability challenges  Longer mortgage terms help keep monthly payments manageable but extend debt into later years 

Average home insurance costs vary depending on property type and size The most common reasons for claiming are water damage and accidents Renewing policies early,

Buyers can be swayed by seasonal features depending on when they’re buying  Winter buyers prioritise warmth, so would pay more for a fireplace and insulation  Summer buyers

The Mortgage Guarantee Scheme is now permanently available across the UK  Lenders are insured against losses, supporting availability of high LTV mortgages  When borrowing at

Buyers gain negotiating power with more homes available and improving mortgage affordability  Sellers must adopt competitive pricing strategies as overpriced homes risk being overlooked  Modest

76% of UK gig workers face mortgage and loan application rejections despite good credit  Traditional credit systems don’t reflect gig workers’ multiple income sources  Expert

Council Tax hikes on second homes are triggering a surge in holiday property sales  In popular holiday destinations the number of properties being listed for

A third of homeowners are currently making overpayments on their mortgage  40% of homeowners don’t have the confidence to overpay their mortgage  Most lenders allow

A dressing room can boost your home’s value by up to £40,000  Over 65’s hold £2.9trn in mortgage-free property wealth in the UK  House purchases