Tag Archives: first-time buyers

Be one step ahead of the interest curve, and buy now!

Posted on Monday, 23rd May 2011 by Centrick Property

Planning for possible interest rate rises: “In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes” are the famous words of Benjamin Franklin. Although not certain, the cyclical nature of interest rates can be safely assumed. … Continue reading →

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Strong indicators are tempting buy-to-let investors back to the market:

Posted on Monday, 18th April 2011 by Centrick Property

The demand for rental property has been growing since late 2009 as would-be buyers are finding it harder to get mortgages. Mortgage rates are low, but banks and building societies are cautious and many insist on big deposits. Jitters about … Continue reading →

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Potential boon for First Time buyers (FTBs)

Posted on Saturday, 26th March 2011 by Centrick Property

First time buyers may be thrown a lifeline in the shape of a £250m assisted deposit scheme for new homes, if George Osborne’s plans go ahead. Under the proposal announced at this week’s budget, those with a household income of … Continue reading →

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Many first time buyers could be in their forties.

Posted on Monday, 7th March 2011 by Centrick Property

Recent research has indicated that many first-time buyers feel that it won’t be until their forties, when they are living under their own roof.  Indeed, one in 12 believe that they will never buy their own home. That is quite … Continue reading →

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