Martin Lewis' LISA Advice for First-Time Buyers
Martin Lewis gives his verdict on Lifetime ISAs after the Budget consultation. Should you keep paying in? We explain the rules, penalties, and property price cap.
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First-Time Buyers' Best Chance in 10 Years
New data shows UK first-time buyers have their strongest purchasing power in a decade. Discover the key factors and what it means for the property market.
Aussie Couple, 20, Defend First Home Buy Against Critics
A young Australian couple who bought their first home at 20 have responded to critics claiming they used family money. Discover how they achieved their property dream.
20-Year-Olds Buy First Home in Sydney's Mount Druitt
A 20-year-old Australian couple shocks the market by buying their first home in Sydney, highlighting the fierce competition and shifting suburb reputations. Discover how government schemes are shaping the property landscape.
Budget 2025: Impact on First-Time Buyers
Financial expert Vicky Parry analyses how the November 2025 Budget affects first-time buyers. Discover the changes to ISAs, Lifetime ISAs, and tax rules impacting your deposit.
US Housing Market Cools: Over Half of Homes Cut Price
The US housing market cools as over 57% of homes sold in 2025 required price reductions. Discover why sellers are slashing asking prices and what it means for buyers.
Great Australian Dream Fades for Younger Generations
Finance expert Mark Bouris warns the Great Australian Dream is vanishing for the young as house prices hit $860k. Discover the data and potential solutions. Read more.
PM avoids question on house price direction in crisis
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese refused to state if his government wants house prices to rise or fall as Australia's housing affordability crisis deepens. Discover the data behind the struggle.
Lifetime ISA Shake-Up Confirmed in Budget
The government has announced a consultation to potentially scrap the Lifetime ISA in 2026, a major update for first-time buyers saving for a home. Discover what this means for you.
Australian Housing Crisis: Prices Up 47.3% vs Income
New report reveals 'dire' housing affordability crisis in Australia with property prices surging 47.3% since 2020 while incomes grew only 15%. Discover the widening wealth gap.
Santander's oldest first-time buyer is 70
Santander reveals a 14% surge in over-60s first-time buyers, with the oldest being 70. Discover why property dreams are being delayed and the consequences.
One in Five First-Time Buyers Over 40
New Santander figures reveal a staggering rise in older first-time buyers, with one in five now over 40. Experts warn the UK property market is 'broken'. Discover the data and the urgent call for more homes.
Martin Lewis Predicts Lifetime ISA Changes
Martin Lewis forecasts potential reforms to the Lifetime ISA in the Autumn Budget, including a higher property price threshold and penalty changes for first-time buyers.
Shildon: UK's Most Affordable Town for Home Buyers
Zoopla reveals Shildon as Britain's most affordable town where median house prices equal just over a year's average earnings. Discover the full affordability ranking across UK regions.
Soaring Sydney property prices force exodus
A young professional reveals how Sydney's soaring property market forced her to leave. Discover the nationwide struggle as prices head towards a $2m median.
Australian Property Prices to Smash Records by 2026
Australian property prices predicted to reach unprecedented levels across all capital cities by 2026, driven by falling interest rates and government schemes. Sydney leads surge.
Lifetime ISA penalties cost Brits over £100m
Exclusive: Brits paid £102m in Lifetime ISA penalties last year as the £450k property cap traps first-time buyers. Chancellor Rachel Reeves urged to reform scheme before autumn Budget.
HMRC fines 130,000 over Lifetime ISA rules
New data reveals over 129,000 savers hit with average penalties exceeding £13,500 for breaching Lifetime ISA cash withdrawal rules. Discover how to avoid the hefty charges.
LISA users hit with £102m in withdrawal penalties
First-time buyers face £13,500 fines for breaking Lifetime ISA rules. Average penalty hits £790 as HMRC collects £102m. Learn how to avoid costly mistakes.
Save £5k for a House Deposit in Just 12 Months
Financial expert Vicky Parry reveals practical strategies for first-time buyers to save a £5,000 house deposit in a year. Discover LISAs, budgeting, and savvy spending tips to get on the property ladder.
Kirstie Allsopp calls for stamp duty to be abolished
Location, Location, Location's Kirstie Allsopp tells MPs that stamp duty harms first-time buyers and the housing market. Read her full testimony ahead of the 26 November Budget.
Kirstie Allsopp: Abolish Stamp Duty, MPs Told
TV presenter Kirstie Allsopp tells MPs stamp duty must be scrapped, arguing it stifles mobility and harms the economy. Experts reveal its disproportionate impact on London.
Property Expert Warns of 'Panic' Over Budget Tax Changes
Property expert Kirstie Allsopp tells MPs Britons are 'in a panic' about potential property tax reforms in Rachel Reeves' upcoming Budget. She calls for the abolition of stamp duty, arguing it harms the housing market. Discover the potential impact.
Young Brits abandon homeownership dreams as prices soar
Exclusive survey reveals three-quarters of young Britons believe homeownership is increasingly unattainable as property prices soar beyond reach, creating a permanent renting generation.
NY Elite Transform Greenwich CT Property Market
Discover why wealthy New York families are flocking to Greenwich, Connecticut, creating a property boom and transforming this affluent suburb into the new Manhattan escape.
First-time buyers ditch 25-year mortgages for 40-year terms
A mortgage revolution is sweeping Britain as first-time buyers abandon standard 25-year terms for flexible 30-40 year deals. Discover how this strategic shift is helping thousands get on the property ladder.
Westpac housing scheme applications double
Australia's Westpac reports unprecedented demand for Labor's Help to Buy scheme, with applications doubling as aspiring homeowners rush to secure shared equity mortgages.
Bankruptcy to boom: City leads UK luxury property
Discover how this once-struggling British city has transformed into the nation's hottest luxury housing market, defying economic expectations and attracting premium buyers.
Nearly Half of Brits Still Dream of Home Ownership
New research reveals 48% of UK adults haven't given up on homeownership dreams despite property market challenges. Discover what's driving Britain's enduring love affair with owning property.
Young buyers sacrifice gardens in housing crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how Britain's housing crisis is forcing a generation of first-time buyers to abandon dreams of green spaces and gardens for cramped urban living.
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