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Chichester House Linked to Former PM Harold Macmillan for Sale at £1.59m
A Chichester property where former Prime Minister Harold Macmillan regularly stayed is on the market for £1.59 million as the current owners downsize.
Low Deposit Mortgages Reach Highest Level Since 2008
Bank of England data shows the share of new mortgages with deposits under 10% has risen to a level not seen since 2008.
Neighbour Objects to Trampoline Use on Purchased Farmland
A property owner faced objections from a neighbour after installing a trampoline on a field bought for children's play, as the land is classified as farmland.
Millions Unsure How They’ll Afford Rent or Mortgage in Retirement
A report highlights that 6 million Britons are uncertain about affording rent or mortgage payments in retirement, with more people facing housing costs later in life.
Rightmove Reports Surge in Property Searches Across UK in Early September
Rightmove saw higher buyer demand in every UK region at the start of September, with London experiencing the largest increase, according to This Is Money Mortgages.
Kelly Stowell Returns to Accord Mortgages as Regional Sales Manager
Accord Mortgages has appointed Kelly Stowell as regional sales manager for London, the South-East and Northern Ireland, following her return from NatWest’s private banking division.
Conveybuddy Appoints Chris Smith as Regional Director for London and South East
Conveyancing distributor conveybuddy has named Chris Smith as regional director for London and the South East, focusing on relationships with mortgage advisers and advisory businesses.
Building Safety Levy: Update on Building Control Procedures in England
Gov.UK Housing has issued a letter updating local authorities and building control approvers on the impact of the Building Safety Levy and related legislative changes.
Government Announces £70m Funding to Strengthen Local Building Control
The government has announced £70 million in funding to support local building control capacity, capability, and financial sustainability in England.
Glasgow Named Easiest, Aberdeen Hardest UK City to Sell Property
A new study finds Glasgow is the easiest and Aberdeen the hardest UK city to sell property, based on the proportion of listings unsold after 36 days.
Conveybuddy Appoints Chris Smith as Regional Director for London and South East
Conveyancing distributor Conveybuddy has named Chris Smith as regional director for London and the South East, focusing on adviser relationships and platform support.
RICS Reports August Housing Market Stabilisation and Rising Rents
RICS data shows UK housing market stability in August, with buyer demand and agreed sales improving from recent lows. Lettings market sees rising rents due to supply and demand imbalance.