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EVs Cost More Than Petrol Cars, New Study Reveals

Groundbreaking research from the UK shows electric vehicles are now more expensive to fuel than their petrol counterparts, challenging government net-zero policies and consumer assumptions about EV ownership costs.

Nationwide: First Annual House Price Fall Since 2020

Britain's property market experiences significant shift as Nationwide reveals first annual price decline since 2020, with average homes losing £4,500 in value over past year amid economic pressures.

London's £1,200 Monthly Parking Shock

Exclusive investigation reveals how Westminster's car park charges have hit record highs, with some Londoners paying more for parking than accommodation.

Aldi and Asda cut fuel prices by 5p per litre

Aldi and Asda have launched a major fuel price battle, cutting petrol and diesel costs by 5p per litre across their UK forecourts in a move that could save drivers over £2 per tank.

UK house prices slow as Trump tariffs threaten market

Britain's housing market faces dual pressures as house price growth hits its slowest pace since April 2024, while looming US tariffs threaten to disrupt supply chains and drive up costs for homeowners and builders alike.

Mortgage Miracle: Slash £2,000 Off Annual Payments

Discover how savvy homeowners are saving thousands by switching to cheaper mortgage deals as interest rates shift. One borrower's story reveals how you could cut your payments dramatically.

Plummeting Mortgage Rates Save Homeowners Thousands

American homeowners are experiencing a financial windfall as a dramatic drop in mortgage rates significantly reduces monthly repayments, putting thousands of dollars back into family budgets.

Labour's housing revolution: 1.5m new homes promised

Exclusive: Labour unveils radical plan to tackle Britain's housing crisis, promising the 'largest increase in social and affordable housebuilding in a generation' and sweeping mortgage reforms to help generation rent onto the property ladder.

Labour's radical plan to fix UK housing crisis revealed

Exclusive: Labour unveils sweeping reforms to fix Britain's broken housing market, including a major planning overhaul and new powers for first-time buyers, as the party declares a 'moral mission' to make homes affordable again.

UK Housing Crisis: Homes Cost 8.3 Times Average Salary

New data reveals Britain's housing affordability crisis has hit a record high, with property prices soaring to 8.3 times average earnings. Experts warn of a 'broken market' as mortgage costs and stagnant wages create perfect storm for buyers.

SF Home Buyers Need $488k Salary Amid Housing Crisis

New data reveals the staggering income required to purchase a median-priced house in San Francisco has soared to over $488,000, highlighting a severe affordability crisis despite recent price corrections.

Scott Bessent's Hedge Fund Targets UK Mortgage Market

Hedge fund titan Scott Bessent's Key Square Capital is making a major play in the UK mortgage sector, acquiring stakes in lenders that focus on 'principal residence' loans. This strategic move signals a major bet on the stability of the UK housing market.

NatWest and RBS Slash Fixed Mortgage Rates

In a significant move, NatWest and Royal Bank of Scotland have announced sweeping cuts to their fixed-rate mortgage deals, offering hope to borrowers amidst the cost-of-living crisis.

UK House Price Crash Alert: Major Cities Show Warning Signs

Exclusive analysis reveals alarming property market indicators across Britain's largest metros. Liverpool, Manchester, and Birmingham show critical overvaluation signals that could precede significant price corrections. Discover which areas are most at ri

Steven Bartlett's Mortgage Query Stuns Social Media

Dragons' Den investor Steven Bartlett sends the internet into a frenzy after asking a surprisingly relatable question about his mortgage on X, receiving over 1,000 replies and sparking a major personal finance debate.

Kevin McCloud's stark warning over UK housing crisis

Grand Designs presenter Kevin McCloud delivers a blistering critique of the UK's property market, expressing deep sympathy for young buyers and calling for urgent government action on the housing crisis.

First-Time Buyers Delay Cars for £59k Deposits

Exclusive research reveals the heartbreaking financial trade-offs young Britons are making. Soaring mortgage deposits are forcing a generation to delay car ownership and major life events, creating a 'generation locked out' of the property market.

Clear Your Mortgage Using 1940s Frugal Habits

Discover how one UK homeowner paid off her mortgage in record time by adopting wartime thriftiness. Get her top 10 practical, modern-day frugal living tips that really work.

US Home Price Surge Worsens Wealth Divide, Report Finds

Soaring house prices are creating a stark wealth divide across America. A new Zillow report shows that while homeowners see paper gains, affordability for first-time buyers has collapsed to its worst level in decades.

Major Lender Bans 'Bank of Mum and Dad' Deposits

A leading UK mortgage lender has abruptly banned deposits funded by parental gifts, sparking outrage among first-time buyers and experts who warn it could slam the door on homeownership for an entire generation.

Teacher rejected for mortgage quits job for van life

A young teacher's dream of homeownership was crushed by a shockingly low mortgage offer. Discover how she turned rejection into liberation by quitting her job and buying a van to explore the UK.

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