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#real-estate
fromIndependent
1 day ago
Real estate

Your money questions - 'How long will it take to sell our house and get a new mortgage so we can move?'

Real estate
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Your money questions - 'How long will it take to sell our house and get a new mortgage so we can move?'

Consult an estate agent for your property's value and a mortgage broker for approval before selling and buying.
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
7 hours ago

SoCal's high end continues to lurch amid shifting dynamics

L.A.'s high-end real estate market is quieter, with price reductions but increased smaller transactions, while Newport Coast remains a top market despite price drops.
fromIndependent
17 hours ago

Modular home providers see 400pc rise in calls as Government moves to relax law

A modular home provider has seen an increase of over 400pc in enquiries since it was revealed the Government intends to further relax restrictions around their use.
UK politics
#mortgage-rates
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

How the Middle East war is already impacting mortgage rates in Canada | CBC News

The Middle East war is causing an increase in mortgage rates in Canada, impacting many homeowners during renewals.
Boston real estate
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Where are UK mortgage rates heading in 2026 as Iran war continues to impact?

Mortgage market conditions have shifted from competitive to erratic, with rising rates and geopolitical tensions impacting borrowers seeking new deals.
Real estate
fromBoston Condos For Sale Ford Realty
6 days ago

What's The Forecast For Mortgage Rates In The Latter Half Of 2026? Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

30-year fixed mortgage rates in H2 2026 are expected to range between 5.50% and 6.40%, with varying forecasts from major housing authorities.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

How the Middle East war is already impacting mortgage rates in Canada | CBC News

The Middle East war is causing an increase in mortgage rates in Canada, impacting many homeowners during renewals.
Boston real estate
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Where are UK mortgage rates heading in 2026 as Iran war continues to impact?

Mortgage market conditions have shifted from competitive to erratic, with rising rates and geopolitical tensions impacting borrowers seeking new deals.
Real estate
fromBoston Condos For Sale Ford Realty
6 days ago

What's The Forecast For Mortgage Rates In The Latter Half Of 2026? Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

30-year fixed mortgage rates in H2 2026 are expected to range between 5.50% and 6.40%, with varying forecasts from major housing authorities.
European startups
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 hours ago

Higher energy costs from Iran war could threaten fragile economics of AI boom | Heather Stewart

Rising energy costs from geopolitical tensions threaten global economies and the fragile AI industry's financial stability.
US Elections
fromIndependent
17 hours ago

Public braced for global recession within a year, new poll shows

82% of voters fear a recession within the next year, with 56% believing it could be as severe as the 2008 financial crash.
London food
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

UK food halls buck downbeat hospitality trend: In this impossible climate, they shine hope'

Food halls are thriving in the UK, offering affordable dining options and supporting new businesses amid economic challenges.
UK news
fromBusiness Matters
3 days ago

Inflation fears surge as rate cut hopes fade for UK businesses

UK businesses expect inflation to rise to 3.5% due to the Middle East conflict's impact on energy prices and economic outlook.
#housing-market
fromFortune
1 day ago
SF real estate

In this buyer's market, one home seller took an offer $10,000 below asking price, covered $5,000 in closing costs, and paid for $12,000 in repairs | Fortune

Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

Housing market demand holds, but home sales face friction

Housing demand remains steady year over year, but pricing gaps and rising mortgage rates are creating challenges for buyers and sellers.
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago
Real estate

Case-Shiller: Home price growth cooled further in January

Home prices are experiencing a decline in real terms, with affordability issues and regional disparities impacting the housing market.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago
UK politics

Over-60s now own 55% of all property in the UK

Younger generations are increasingly unable to enter the housing market, with baby boomers owning the majority of the country's housing wealth.
SF real estate
fromFortune
1 day ago

In this buyer's market, one home seller took an offer $10,000 below asking price, covered $5,000 in closing costs, and paid for $12,000 in repairs | Fortune

The war with Iran is increasing mortgage rates, complicating the housing market and potentially dampening home sales during the busy spring season.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

How is the housing market weathering war-time economics?

Pending home sales decreased to 70,676, influenced by rising mortgage rates, while total pending sales remain higher year-over-year at 380,914.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

Housing market demand holds, but home sales face friction

Housing demand remains steady year over year, but pricing gaps and rising mortgage rates are creating challenges for buyers and sellers.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

Case-Shiller: Home price growth cooled further in January

Home prices are experiencing a decline in real terms, with affordability issues and regional disparities impacting the housing market.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Over-60s now own 55% of all property in the UK

Younger generations are increasingly unable to enter the housing market, with baby boomers owning the majority of the country's housing wealth.
NYC politics
fromtherealdeal.com
3 days ago

The slow bloodletting of NYC real estate

Cumulative regulatory costs in New York real estate can outweigh their intended safety benefits, impacting housing affordability and overall public health.
#uk-economy
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
4 days ago

UK business investment lags G7 rivals as energy costs bite

British companies are investing less domestically than G7 counterparts, impacting productivity and growth amid rising energy costs.
Agriculture
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Food prices set to spike amid Iran war but not for the reason you might expect

Economic fallout from global conflicts is expected to increase grocery prices in the UK due to rising fuel and synthetic fertilizer costs.
UK news
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

UK factory costs surge at fastest rate since black wednesday amid energy shock

UK factory costs have surged due to rising energy prices linked to the Middle East conflict, threatening to reignite inflation.
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
4 days ago

UK business investment lags G7 rivals as energy costs bite

British companies are investing less domestically than G7 counterparts, impacting productivity and growth amid rising energy costs.
Agriculture
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Food prices set to spike amid Iran war but not for the reason you might expect

Economic fallout from global conflicts is expected to increase grocery prices in the UK due to rising fuel and synthetic fertilizer costs.
UK news
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

UK factory costs surge at fastest rate since black wednesday amid energy shock

UK factory costs have surged due to rising energy prices linked to the Middle East conflict, threatening to reignite inflation.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
6 days ago

Global markets react to geopolitical tensions and rising energy costs - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

U.S. financial markets experienced a volatile week, largely influenced by geopolitical developments in the Middle East and fluctuations in energy prices. Investor sentiment was driven primarily by external events rather than domestic fundamentals.
Business
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Fears over price rises as twice as many haulage companies going bust since Brexit

The number of haulage companies going insolvent has almost doubled since Brexit, raising concerns over supply chain disruptions and rising food prices.
London food
fromTime Out London
2 days ago

The 14 best places to live near London in 2026 - top commuter towns according to the Sunday Times

Home Counties offer ideal suburban living with good transport links, amenities, and charm, making them attractive alternatives for Londoners.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

We're trapped': developer's unpaid debt leaves London flat owners unable to sell

Leaseholders in east London are trapped in unsellable homes due to an unpaid debt of £850,000 by the building's developer to the local council.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 days ago

US dollar rose amid a rebound in geopolitical concerns - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The US dollar returned to the upside as geopolitical fears rebounded after US President Trump's address to the nation. The rhetoric fuelled risk aversion and flows toward the dollar while oil prices surged.
US Elections
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
4 days ago

Middle East conflict hits UK firms but business confidence holds firm

UK businesses are feeling the impact of the Middle East conflict, with rising energy costs and supply chain disruptions affecting operations.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Trussonomics still haunts parties' economic promises in run-up to UK local elections | Phillip Inman

Local and regional elections in the UK reveal extravagant spending promises from various parties, often funded by cuts or borrowing without clear economic consequences.
Real estate
fromRobb Report
1 day ago

Manhattan's $10 Million Condos Are Flying Off the Market-Even as Sales Slow Elsewhere

Manhattan's luxury real estate market is thriving, particularly for homes priced above $10 million, despite overall market sluggishness.
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#fuel-prices
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
6 days ago

Fuel price crisis risks pushing small firms to brink as pressure mounts on chancellor

Rising fuel prices threaten small businesses and motorists, prompting calls for government intervention to ease financial burdens.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

UK drivers hit with record monthly increase in fuel prices sparked by Iran war

Record fuel price increases in March 2023 were driven by the Iran oil crisis, surpassing previous monthly records for petrol and diesel.
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
6 days ago

Fuel price crisis risks pushing small firms to brink as pressure mounts on chancellor

Rising fuel prices threaten small businesses and motorists, prompting calls for government intervention to ease financial burdens.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

UK drivers hit with record monthly increase in fuel prices sparked by Iran war

Record fuel price increases in March 2023 were driven by the Iran oil crisis, surpassing previous monthly records for petrol and diesel.
UK politics
fromIndependent
17 hours ago

Here's the modular home you can put in your back garden - for 130,000, as providers see 400pc spike in calls

Relaxation of rent rules has led to a significant increase in inquiries for modular homes.
UK news
fromBusiness Matters
3 days ago

Bank of England warns Iran war could trigger financial crisis risks

Escalating Middle East tensions could lead the UK towards a financial crisis due to rising energy costs and market volatility.
#reproductive-rights
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Mansion tax could hit 165,000 homes in first year, Budget watchdog predicts

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change, supported by donations to maintain reporting integrity.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Bank of England warns 1.3m households face higher mortgages due to Iran war

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support reporting on both sides of important stories.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

UK households dip into savings amid struggle with cost of everyday essentials

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues like reproductive rights and economic challenges, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Starmer to meet energy and finances bosses in bid to stop household bills spiralling

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support reporting efforts.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

500 mortgage deals pulled from market amid threat of triple interest rate rise

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support reporting amidst economic challenges.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Mansion tax could hit 165,000 homes in first year, Budget watchdog predicts

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change, supported by donations to maintain reporting integrity.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Bank of England warns 1.3m households face higher mortgages due to Iran war

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support reporting on both sides of important stories.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

UK households dip into savings amid struggle with cost of everyday essentials

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues like reproductive rights and economic challenges, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

The shocking rise of mortgage costs since Iran war and when they might go down

The Independent provides timely reporting on critical issues like reproductive rights and economic impacts of global events, emphasizing accessible journalism.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Starmer to meet energy and finances bosses in bid to stop household bills spiralling

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support reporting efforts.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

500 mortgage deals pulled from market amid threat of triple interest rate rise

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support reporting amidst economic challenges.
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

Mortgage lenders ramp up homebuilder divisions

Ginsburg stated that treating builder business as a core pillar rather than a side channel reflects a broader industry shift. He believes a healthy balance of builders should be around 15% to 20% of the overall retail book of business.
Real estate
#uk-housing-market
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Housing market softens while relying on smaller pool of serious buyers'

Home buyer demand in the UK has softened due to rising mortgage rates and global uncertainty, with a cautious approach from potential purchasers.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Good news for property owners as UK house price growth was steady in February

UK house prices grew 0.3% month-on-month and 1.0% annually in February, reaching an average of £273,176, with expectations for increased market activity ahead.
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
1 day ago

Labour's tax uncertainty is pushing Britain's wealthiest towards the exit

Britain's ultra-wealthy are considering leaving due to unstable fiscal policies rather than high tax rates.
Real estate
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Estate agents accuse Rightmove of charging excessive fees

Rightmove faces a class action for allegedly charging excessive fees to estate agents, claiming a dominant market position and unsustainable practices.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Starmer's cost of living adviser urges him to extend fuel duty cut in light of Iran war

A fuel duty cut should be extended due to rising petrol prices and global economic pressures from the Middle East conflict.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Two-thirds of UK hospitality businesses plan to cut jobs and one in seven will close, survey finds

An industry-wide survey found that 64% of firms plan to cut jobs, 42% intend to reduce trading hours, and one in seven will be forced to close.
UK news
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Cost of living crisis holding young people back from having children'

Falling birth rates in the UK are linked to financial struggles among young non-graduate women, not a shift in desire for parenthood.
UK news
fromBusiness Matters
6 days ago

UK retail sales fall as shoppers tighten spending ahead of energy shock

UK retail sales fell 0.4% in February, indicating fragile consumer spending amid rising energy costs and economic tightening.
fromBusiness Matters
2 weeks ago

The Best House Buying Companies in the UK (2026): A Business Perspective

The UK property market continues to evolve, with increasing demand for speed, certainty and flexibility driving growth in the fast house sale sector. House buying companies have become a significant part of the market, offering homeowners an alternative to traditional estate agent sales.
Real estate
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

PM launches Labour's local election campaign with focus on cost of living

Sir Keir Starmer emphasizes Labour's commitment to reducing the cost of living amid global conflicts affecting household bills.
UK news
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

The Renters' Rights Act Is Rewriting the Business Case for Buy-to-Let

The Renters' Rights Act will fundamentally change the operating model for private landlords in England, making amateur landlording untenable.
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

UK inflation holds at 3% ahead of expected post-war price surge

The main upward pressure on inflation in February came from clothing and footwear, where prices rose by 0.9% over the year. This marked a reversal from the previous month, when clothing prices had shown no increase.
UK news
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Software selloff deepens amid AI fears in echoes of dot-com crash' business live

Rotation out of tech stocks is masking index-level weakness but prolonged sector declines could drag the broader market lower, as in the 2000 dot-com era.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Trump's economic shocks are derailing Britain's building plans

Donald Trump's actions have significantly impacted the UK's economic recovery, particularly in the property sector, leading to a decline in new projects.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

UK wage growth slows sharply as unemployment holds steady

Wage growth slowed to 3.8% in the three months to January, the slowest rate in over five years, while unemployment remained at 5.2%.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Boost for renters as market at best for six years'

Rent price growth has slowed to 1.9% annually from 2.8%, driven by increased rental property supply, though London remains expensive due to supply constraints.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 weeks ago

Mortgage rates increased as Iran war hits borrowers

UK mortgage lenders are raising interest rates due to Middle East conflict increasing inflation concerns and affecting swap rates that influence lending decisions.
#journalism-funding
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Mapped: The UK areas most popular with first-time buyers

Manchester leads Britain as the top first-time buyer destination outside London, with 70.2% of purchases by first-time buyers in 2025, driven by affordable housing, job prospects, and regeneration.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Experts predict UK mortgage market boom' in 2026

Mortgage product choice reached 7,158—the highest since October 2007—while mortgage rates have fallen and are forecast to fall further into 2026.
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