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First time buyer mortgages at highest since 2006
A new report out today reveals that the number of first time buyer mortgages taken out in 2018 was at the highest level since 2006 – before the financial crash. Read more »
Interest rates held at 0.75% by Bank of England
The Bank of England today held interest rates at 0.75% amidst evidence of a slowdown in the economy due in part to Brexit. Read more »
Lloyds Bank introduces 100% ‘lend a hand’ mortgage
Lloyds Bank this week announced that it would be introducing a 100% ‘lend a hand’ mortgage designed specifically for buyers who need help from the so-called Bank of Mum & Dad. Read more »
Censeo shortlisted for First Time Buyer award
We are thrilled to have been shortlisted for a First Time Buyer award in the Best Supplier category. Read more »
House prices to grow steadily over next five years
A new report out by CBRE shows that house prices are forecast to rise steadily over the next five years. The global real estate advisor estimates that prices will rise by a cumulative 13.1% despite economic, political and financial trends pointing to a slowing market in the short term. Read more »
Number of first time buyers at highest since 2006
A new report out by the Yorkshire Building Society reveals that the number of first time buyers getting a mortgage is at its highest level since 2006. Read more »
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from Team Censeo
Censeo Financial will not be open for 4 working days overthe Christmas period (24th, 27th, 28th and 31st December). Read more »
Interest rates held at 0.75%
The Bank of England has voted to keep interest rates at 0.75% after predicting slower economic growth in 2019. This is partly due to the levels of uncertainty surrounding Brexit. Read more »
Halifax – house price growth slows
Halifax’s latest index shows that annual house price growth has slowed to 0.3% while the average house price in the UK is now £224,578. Read more »
House prices rise more than expected during November says Nationwide
The latest figures from Nationwide show that house prices rose more than expected during November. Read more »