News @ Walker Beckett Mortgages Ltd
Here is our news blog section to keep you informed about the latest news at Walker Beckett Mortgages and also wider issues in the world of finance.
UK house prices in March rise 9.8% on annual basis
House prices in the UK have increased 9.8% in March on an annual basis, with the average property in the UK being valued at £278,000, according to the latest UK house price index data from the Office for National Statistics. The data found that house prices in the UK...
10 out of 10 service rating for Walker Beckett Mortgages
Following 10 years in rented accommodation, we never believed that we would be in a position to secure again a house of our own…
Spring Statement: Homeowners get green boost with VAT cut
Chancellor Rishi Sunak announces a VAT tax cut to zero for energy efficiency upgrades in his Spring Statement…
What did demand look like for residential mortgages in January 2022?
The mortgage market enjoyed a strong start to the year, with demand from buyers continuing to increase according to the latest data…
Five Star Service from Walker Beckett Mortgages Ltd
Steve managed the process of communication between us and the new lender and solicitor efficiently…
Homemovers take action during festive holidays: Rightmove
The period between Boxing Day and the start of 2022 was the busiest on record for Homemovers, says Rightmove…
Interest rates: What are they and why do they matter?
The Bank of England has voted to keep interest rates at the record low level of 0.1%, but has signalled they are likely to go up in the “coming months”…
Mortgage prices increase ahead of potential bank rate rise
Some of the nation’s biggest lenders have raised their mortgage rates in the past couple of weeks, and according to many in the industry…
Pandemic fuels an increase in insurance claims relating to health
Figures released today from the Association of British Insurers and Group Risk Development show that a huge £6.2 billion has been paid out in life insurance…
Borrowing for home improvements goes boom!
Many homeowners are now choosing to stay put, remortgage and improve their existing homes using the funds from remortgaging. Let’s take a look at the numbers behind…
Excellent customer feedback from a ‘Buy-to-let’ investor
“I’ve never used a broker before, but approached Walker Beckett due to some special circumstances with my house purchase…
National house prices have increased at fastest rate in decade
Demand for homes with bigger gardens, multi million-pound country houses and properties by the sea have driven house prices in prime markets…
