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New 98% mortgages for first time buyers: a welcome development, but is there a catch?
Santander launched a new 98% Loan to Value mortgage in February 2026. At first blush, a 98% mortgage will really help first-time buyers need to get on the housing ladder. But is there a catch? In this blog we look at the small print of these mortgages and weigh up...
Spring surge or false dawn? What the next 3 months really hold for the UK housing market
Spring is typically a time of year when there’s lots of activity in the housing market. But can we expect the same trend this year? The conflict in the Middle East has caused uncertainty and it’s unclear how long that will last. But equally there’s anecdotal evidence...
What the 2026 Spring Statement means for the UK property market
Chancellor Rachel Reeves revealed her Spring Statement on 3 March 2026. There were no real fireworks in this statement, and the underlying theme was one of stability. Unlike a full Budget, the Spring Statement typically focuses on forecasts and fiscal outlook rather...