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.
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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.
Australia's First Aboriginal Treaty Signed in Victoria
Victoria makes history by signing Australia's first treaty with Aboriginal peoples, delivering a formal apology and greater self-determination. A landmark moment for reconciliation.
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.
Home Buyer Scheme Fails as Property Prices Soar
Exclusive analysis reveals Albanese government's flagship housing initiative faces mounting criticism as property prices defy assistance measures, leaving aspiring homeowners in limbo.
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.
Dunelm stylist reveals budget home transformation secrets
Professional show home installer shares exclusive interior design secrets and money-saving tips that can elevate any UK home without breaking the bank.
Tennessee man jailed over Charlie Kirk meme
A Tennessee man faces jail time after creating a satirical meme about conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, sparking a fierce debate about free speech rights and political expression in America.
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.
Nationwide offers 5.5x salary mortgages
Nationwide Building Society expands its Helping Hand mortgage scheme, allowing borrowers to secure loans up to 5.5 times their income with new flexible criteria.
Rachel Reeves reviews Lifetime ISA for budget reforms
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reportedly reviewing the controversial Lifetime ISA scheme, with potential reforms to help first-time buyers and savers navigate the property market.
Perth Hills property sells for astonishing £37,000
A remarkable property in Perth Hills has sold for an astonishing £37,000, offering hope to first-time buyers in an otherwise unaffordable housing market. Discover how this bargain purchase defied all expectations.
Farage: Young Face 'Housing Depression' in UK Crisis
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage reveals his concerns about a generation priced out of property ownership, calling it a national crisis that demands immediate political action.
Budget Stamp Duty Overhaul: Property Market Shake-Up
Exclusive: Jeremy Hunt explores radical stamp duty reforms ahead of Autumn Budget that could transform property ownership for millions of Britons and stimulate market activity.
Dunelm's £12 Home Decor Ranges Transform Spaces
Discover Dunelm's incredible £12 home decor collections that deliver designer style without the luxury price tag. Perfect for budget-friendly home transformations.
US shutdown threat to Florida housing market
Exclusive analysis reveals how political gridlock in Washington could freeze Florida's booming housing market, leaving buyers and sellers in limbo as mortgage approvals stall and economic uncertainty grows.
Stamp Duty Crisis: How a Tax Is Breaking Housing Market
Leading economists demand urgent reform of Britain's stamp duty system, calling it a major contributor to the housing crisis that's freezing the property market and hurting first-time buyers.
First-time buyers now average 34 years old in UK
Soaring house prices and mortgage costs are pushing the dream of homeownership further out of reach, with the average first-time buyer now reaching 34 before getting on the property ladder.
GM Slashes Dealer Incentives Amid Market Shift
General Motors dramatically cuts dealer incentives amid changing market conditions, signalling potential price increases for consumers as automotive industry faces new challenges.
Home Bargains' £10 Home Accessory Flying Off Shelves
Shoppers are racing to Home Bargains for a stunning £10 home accessory that's transforming living spaces across the UK. Discover the budget-friendly decor piece everyone's talking about.
Dunelm's £22 accessory transforming UK homes
Discover how Dunelm's affordable £22 home accessory is creating waves across UK households with its stunning transformation capabilities and incredible value.
Britain's bungalow crisis traps older homeowners
A critical shortage of suitable single-storey properties is leaving older Britons stranded in family homes, with bungalow construction at record lows despite soaring demand from ageing population.
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