Nationwide Slashes Mortgage Rates Below 4% in Bid to Spark 'Rate War'
Nationwide cuts mortgage rates below 4% for first time since February, sparking predictions of a 'rate war' among lenders.
Category : Property
Shildon Named UK's Most Affordable Town for Families
Shildon in County Durham is named the UK's most affordable town for families, with average house prices of £82,000 and monthly mortgage payments of £325.
Landlord Fined £60k After Swansea Property Used as Cannabis Farm
Swansea landlord faces £60k bill after property used as cannabis farm; police urge vigilance.
Lloyds Bank Quietly Builds £2bn Rental Property Portfolio
Lloyds Bank has built a £2bn rental property portfolio through its Lloyds Living arm, amassing 7,000 homes with plans for 50,000 by 2030.
Dream Rangers XI for McInnes: £17m Transfer and Returning Heroes
Rangers' dream XI for Derek McInnes includes a £17m Lewis Ferguson transfer, returning heroes Mikey Moore and Vaclav Cerny, and key man Nico Raskin staying.
M&S Sandals for Swollen Feet £6.85 with Cashback
M&S Leather Ankle Strap Flat Toe Loop Sandals, normally £23, can be bought for as little as £6.85 with a TopCashback offer. Shoppers call them 'ideal for swollen feet'.
Sainsbury's Slashes Lookalike Designer Chair by 50% to £150
Sainsbury's Habitat cuts Coralie Fabric Swivel Chair by 50% to £150, resembling Andrew Martin's £1,495 Madison Swivel Chair. Shoppers save £1,345 on high-end design.
Argos £8 Smart Plug Could Cut Energy Bills by £221
Ofgem's price cap rise of £221 annually has shoppers turning to the TP-Link Tapo P105 Mini Smart Wi-Fi Plug at Argos for £7.99, which allows remote control of electronics to save energy.
First Home Fund at Taylor Wimpey Lanarkshire
Taylor Wimpey confirms the Scottish Government's First Home Fund is now available at its Lanarkshire developments, offering first-time buyers up to £10,000 towards a deposit on homes up to £300,000.
Preston Davey's adoptive fathers' home listed with warning
The five-bedroom property in Grimsargh, Lancashire, belonging to Jamie Varley and John McGowan-Fazakerley, jailed for the murder of one-year-old Preston Davey, is back on the market at £370,000.
102 Homes Approved Next to Stalybridge Train Station
A 102-home residential scheme next to Stalybridge station has been finalised, with 44 townhouses and 58 apartments at affordable rates, part of a £11.1m regeneration.
Ariana Grande 2026 UK Tour: Cheapest Tickets Available Now
Ariana Grande will perform 10 shows at London's O2 Arena in August and September 2026. Tickets are still available via resale sites, with the cheapest starting at £240.
Swansea Civic Centre Plans: Lido, Homes, Roof Terrace
Swansea Council and Urban Splash unveil plans for 130 homes, saltwater lido, roof terrace, and aquarium at Civic Centre; public consultation opens July 8-9.
Rolf Harris' Bray Mansion Sold for £1.755M After Auction Failure
Rolf Harris' Berkshire riverside mansion has been sold for £1.755 million after failing to sell at auction. The property was initially listed for £4 million in 2025.
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London New Towns Risk Failure Without Transport, Green Space
Up to 36,000 homes planned for Thamesmead and Enfield risk becoming a 'wasted opportunity' without robust transport, green spaces, and social housing from day one, warns London Assembly report.
Rolf Harris's Bray Mansion Sells for £1.7m After Price Drop
Rolf Harris's Bray mansion sold for £1.7 million after a dramatic price drop from £4 million. The property was auctioned following his 2023 death, with a new Prime Video documentary examining his crimes.
UK House Price Growth Accelerates to 2.2% in June: Nationwide
Annual UK house price growth rose to 2.2% in June, up from 1.7% in May, with average prices at £277,484, according to Nationwide Building Society.
Rolf Harris' Bray Mansion: Failed Auction, Price Drop, and Sale
Rolf Harris' £4m Bray mansion failed to sell at auction in March 2026, then dropped to £1.755m before finally selling for an undisclosed sum later that month.
Why UK Heatwaves Feel More Intense Than Abroad
UK heatwaves feel more intense due to humidity, building design, and lack of preparation, Met Office explains.
Couple saves £80k on DIY barn conversion after £120k quote
Couple saves £80k on barn conversion by doing DIY after £120k quote, spending only £40k on renovation.
Pantone Names 'Cloud Dancer' White as 2026 Colour of the Year
Pantone's 2026 colour of the year 'Cloud Dancer' is a shade of white, drawing mixed reactions for its minimalism and perceived tone-deafness.
UK House Price Growth Hits 2.2% in June, Nationwide Says
Annual UK house price growth rose to 2.2% in June from 1.7% in May, with average prices reaching £277,484, though month-on-month prices were flat, Nationwide Building Society reports.
Manhattan Apartment Fire Sends Black Smoke Over Upper East Side
A fire on the roof of a Manhattan apartment building sent black smoke over the Upper East Side, injuring three firefighters.
Milton Keynes Council Fights to Save Iconic Point Cinema from Demolition
Milton Keynes council fights to save The Point cinema, UK's first multiplex, from demolition by Galliard Homes for a housing scheme.
Architect Sir Terry Farrell Dies Aged 87
Sir Terry Farrell, architect of MI6 building and other postmodern landmarks, dies aged 87.
£3m London Flat Offers Breathtaking Views and Secret Perks
A £3m London flat in The Heron skyscraper offers stunning views of the Shard and London Eye, plus access to a private club.
Seaside Hotspots for London Commuters: Top 5 Beaches Near London
Discover five coastal towns within 90 minutes of London by train, from budget-friendly Dover to culture-rich Margate, with house prices and commute times.
Newcastle Fear Bruno Guimaraes Exit Amid Arsenal Links
Newcastle United fear losing captain Bruno Guimaraes as his agent is pictured with super agents linked to Arsenal, with a £65m bid possible.
Trump Adds Yellow Parasols to Mar-a-Lago Estate
Trump adds yellow and white striped umbrellas from Mar-a-Lago to the White House Rose Garden, replacing grass with stone and sparking mixed reactions.
Qatar Royal Family Avoided £18.5m Tax on London Super-Mansion, Pandora Papers Reveal
Pandora Papers leak shows Qatar ruling family avoided £18.5m stamp duty on London super-mansion purchase via offshore companies.
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