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We Can’t Ignore Negative Equity

Posted on: 20 Oct 2020

The prime minister’s announcement of 95% LTV mortgages for first-time buyers at the virtual Conservative conference last Tuesday will undoubtedly support first-time buyers in accessing the property market, while simultaneously inflating property prices. The Tory plan to prop up property values will mostly benefit existing homeowners, the housing industry and housebuilders. It is not a […]

COVID-19 Update From Spring

Posted on: 19 May 2020

Spring is committed to protecting our communities and is following the UK Government’s directive for social distancing now the housing market has re-opened. Despite the uncertainty of these times, we are committed to continuing to provide consumers with the service they need. The surveys that we rely on to accurately determine the fair value of […]

The Help to Buy ISA is changing – but how?

Posted on: 09 Sep 2019

For those who have been looking to get on the property ladder in recent years, the Help to Buy ISA scheme has been a true support. Essentially, the scheme means that the government tops up your savings for a home by 25% – which could really aid those who are struggling to get on the housing ladder. However, the […]

How Flooding May Affect Your Property Prices and Insurance Premiums

Posted on: 21 Dec 2018

Figures suggest that the UK has seen the wettest winter in over 250 years, with many towns and villages victim of flooding, particularly in the South and South West of England. At the end of 2013, the Environment Agency issued a ‘Flood Peril’ map, showing homes most at risk of flooding throughout the UK. This […]

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