UK property

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Property plays a vital role in the British economy. House prices underpin consumer spending, which accounts for about two-thirds of Britain’s growth. So investors should keep an eye on the state of the UK housing market.

Free report - Why house prices will fall again

Recent articles (3)

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Why the world’s biggest property bear may be buying a house

(08 February 12)

Dominic Frisby has been bearish on the property market for years. His view on house prices hasn't changed, but now he is seriously considering buying a home. Why?

Are first time buyers older because their grandmothers live longer?

(30 January 12)

In the 1960s the average age of a first-time house buyer was 23. Now, it is 36. Part of that might be down to increased life expectancy.

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Equity release is a very pricey subprime loan

(27 January 12)

Equity release may sound like a great way to unlock some of the value tied-up in your home. But it's far more expensive than you may have realised, says Merryn Somerset Webb - especially when there's a cheaper way of doing it.

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