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'Marked increase' in FTB mortgage enquiries
FTB mortgage enquiries increased significantly around the turn of the year.
08 Feb 2012
FTB mortgage enquiries increased significantly around the turn of the year.
08 Feb 2012
'Lack of choice' for FTBs
FTBs are finding it hard to locate a suitable property, it has been suggested.
07 Feb 2012
FTBs are finding it hard to locate a suitable property, it has been suggested.
07 Feb 2012
Increasing living costs affecting FTBs
FTBs are feeling the squeeze due to escalating living costs.
31 Jan 2012
FTBs are feeling the squeeze due to escalating living costs.
31 Jan 2012
FTBs 'need to up saving'
Those looking to enter the property market for the first time may be wise to look into their saving habits.
30 Dec 2011
Those looking to enter the property market for the first time may be wise to look into their saving habits.
30 Dec 2011
FTBs 'enjoying greater affordability'
Affordability for FTBs is the highest it has been for eight years.
29 Dec 2011
Affordability for FTBs is the highest it has been for eight years.
29 Dec 2011
'Poor access' for FTBs in rural areas
The problem of affordable housing in rural areas is getting worse, it has been claimed.
21 Dec 2011
The problem of affordable housing in rural areas is getting worse, it has been claimed.
21 Dec 2011
FTB purchases 'should be delayed'
People should hold out for a more reasonable market before stepping on the property ladder.
13 Dec 2011
People should hold out for a more reasonable market before stepping on the property ladder.
13 Dec 2011
First-time buyers 'face mixed prospects in mortgages market'
Many first-time buyers may continue to experience difficulty entering the mortgage market in 2012.
07 Dec 2011
Many first-time buyers may continue to experience difficulty entering the mortgage market in 2012.
07 Dec 2011
Financial crisis 'has affected FTBs'
FTBs are postponing purchases in order to save up a deposit, it has been suggested.
23 Nov 2011
FTBs are postponing purchases in order to save up a deposit, it has been suggested.
23 Nov 2011
Mortgage indemnity guarantee 'would help FTBs'
First-time buyers could be helped by the reintroduction of a mortgage indemnity guarantee scheme.
17 Nov 2011
First-time buyers could be helped by the reintroduction of a mortgage indemnity guarantee scheme.
17 Nov 2011
FTBs 'desperate to raise a deposit'
Would-be buyers are taking on second jobs and considering loans to afford a deposit.
16 Nov 2011
Would-be buyers are taking on second jobs and considering loans to afford a deposit.
16 Nov 2011
FTB scheme gets additional funding
The Open Market Shared Equity scheme is being given an extra £4.65 million.
13 Oct 2011
The Open Market Shared Equity scheme is being given an extra £4.65 million.
13 Oct 2011
FTBs 'are younger in Scotland'
The youngest house buyers in Scotland are to be found in Midlothian.
10 Oct 2011
The youngest house buyers in Scotland are to be found in Midlothian.
10 Oct 2011
FTBs 'might consider the north'
The average age of an FTB is often lower in the north of England, it has been found.
26 Sep 2011
The average age of an FTB is often lower in the north of England, it has been found.
26 Sep 2011
FTBs 'want to purchase property by the age of 30'
Many FTBs have set 30 as the age limit for entering the property market.
22 Sep 2011
Many FTBs have set 30 as the age limit for entering the property market.
22 Sep 2011
FTBs 'facing serious deposit problems'
It is currently very difficult for FTBs to raise enough money for a deposit, it has been claimed.
20 Sep 2011
It is currently very difficult for FTBs to raise enough money for a deposit, it has been claimed.
20 Sep 2011
FTBs 'require long-term govt help'
Lack of mortgage availability is only one concern for FTBs, it has been claimed.
15 Sep 2011
Lack of mortgage availability is only one concern for FTBs, it has been claimed.
15 Sep 2011
Innovative schemes 'helping FTBs'
Encouragement is needed to help FTBs on to the property ladder, it has been claimed.
31 Aug 2011
Encouragement is needed to help FTBs on to the property ladder, it has been claimed.
31 Aug 2011
'Cheaper to buy than rent' for FTBs
The monthly costs associated with purchasing a property for FTBs is around £100 cheaper than renting, it has been found.
30 Aug 2011
The monthly costs associated with purchasing a property for FTBs is around £100 cheaper than renting, it has been found.
30 Aug 2011
FTBs 'getting increasingly desperate'
The popularity of low-cost home ownership is being driven by FTB desperation, it has been suggested.
22 Aug 2011
The popularity of low-cost home ownership is being driven by FTB desperation, it has been suggested.
22 Aug 2011
FTBs to join housing ladder at 35?
The average age of FTBs has been rising since the 1960s, it has been found.
22 Aug 2011
The average age of FTBs has been rising since the 1960s, it has been found.
22 Aug 2011
FTB activity 'increased in June'
FTBs took out loans worth £2.2 billion in June, it has been shown.
11 Aug 2011
FTBs took out loans worth £2.2 billion in June, it has been shown.
11 Aug 2011
'More affordable homes' for FTBs
The number of towns affordable to FTBs is on the up, it has been found.
08 Aug 2011
The number of towns affordable to FTBs is on the up, it has been found.
08 Aug 2011
Halifax: 14% of non-homeowners save for deposit
Only a small percentage of those who do not own a home are planning to do so.
01 Aug 2011
Only a small percentage of those who do not own a home are planning to do so.
01 Aug 2011
FTBs to feel lending benefits 'in two years'
The advantages of an ease in lending conditions will not be felt immediately by FTBs, it has been claimed.
20 Jul 2011
The advantages of an ease in lending conditions will not be felt immediately by FTBs, it has been claimed.
20 Jul 2011
'Mortgage market hope' for FTBs
People with a ten per cent deposit are currently enjoying high levels of mortgage options.
19 Jul 2011
People with a ten per cent deposit are currently enjoying high levels of mortgage options.
19 Jul 2011
FTBs seeking advice 'more than ever'
Many FTBs are searching for advice when it comes to getting a foot on the property ladder.
08 Jul 2011
Many FTBs are searching for advice when it comes to getting a foot on the property ladder.
08 Jul 2011
Average age of FTB 'will be 41'
FTBs are likely to be in their 40s before they get on the property ladder, it has been found.
30 Jun 2011
FTBs are likely to be in their 40s before they get on the property ladder, it has been found.
30 Jun 2011
FTBs 'may have to compromise on location'
People wanting to get a foot on the property ladder may have to buy a house in an area they are not overly keen on.
27 Jun 2011
People wanting to get a foot on the property ladder may have to buy a house in an area they are not overly keen on.
27 Jun 2011
Stricter mortgage rules 'backed by FTBs'
Many FTBs are backing plans for tougher mortgage rules, it has been found.
26 May 2011
Many FTBs are backing plans for tougher mortgage rules, it has been found.
26 May 2011
Govt 'making it harder to provide homes'
Ed Miliband has claimed the actions of the government are making it harder to provide homes.
24 May 2011
Ed Miliband has claimed the actions of the government are making it harder to provide homes.
24 May 2011
FTB deposits stand at 17%
Deposits that are 17 per cent of the overall property price are being paid by FTBs.
20 May 2011
Deposits that are 17 per cent of the overall property price are being paid by FTBs.
20 May 2011
FTBs 'saving 5 years for a deposit'
Many FTBs are saving for a long time in order to put together a deposit, it has been found.
04 May 2011
Many FTBs are saving for a long time in order to put together a deposit, it has been found.
04 May 2011
First home prices 'vary across UK'
The average price of a first home varies significantly across the UK, it has been found.
04 May 2011
The average price of a first home varies significantly across the UK, it has been found.
04 May 2011
FTBs 'actively saving deposits'
Deposits are being actively saved up by first-time buyers, it has been claimed.
13 Apr 2011
Deposits are being actively saved up by first-time buyers, it has been claimed.
13 Apr 2011
'More difficult' for FTBs to get on the housing ladder
It is more difficult for FTBs to get on the property ladder than it was for their parents, it has been found.
12 Apr 2011
It is more difficult for FTBs to get on the property ladder than it was for their parents, it has been found.
12 Apr 2011
FTBs 'finding it cheaper to rent'
A high number of FTBs are finding renting a cheaper solution than buying.
01 Apr 2011
A high number of FTBs are finding renting a cheaper solution than buying.
01 Apr 2011
'Many aspiring' to be a first-time buyer
Many individuals in the UK would like to be a first-time buyer, it has been found.
01 Apr 2011
Many individuals in the UK would like to be a first-time buyer, it has been found.
01 Apr 2011
Government first-time buyer incentive 'is welcome'
The BPF has welcomed a new first-time buyer incentive introduced by George Osborne.
24 Mar 2011
The BPF has welcomed a new first-time buyer incentive introduced by George Osborne.
24 Mar 2011
FTBs 'still having trouble obtaining a mortgage'
FTBs are finding times difficult despite increased affordability, it has been claimed.
02 Mar 2011
FTBs are finding times difficult despite increased affordability, it has been claimed.
02 Mar 2011
First-time buyers advised to be cautious
A property expert has advised caution for those making their first move onto the housing ladder.
18 Feb 2011
A property expert has advised caution for those making their first move onto the housing ladder.
18 Feb 2011
First-time buyers benefiting from LTV boost?
Research has indicated more high-LTV products are being made available.
17 Feb 2011
Research has indicated more high-LTV products are being made available.
17 Feb 2011
First-time buyers 'need prices to come down'
Prices, rather than mortgage constraints, are the biggest issue for potential homeowners, according to an expert.
17 Feb 2011
Prices, rather than mortgage constraints, are the biggest issue for potential homeowners, according to an expert.
17 Feb 2011
Wary first-time buyers 'need mortgage solutions'
A head of consulting has suggested the industry needs to offer more solutions to keep the property ladder from remaining static.
07 Feb 2011
A head of consulting has suggested the industry needs to offer more solutions to keep the property ladder from remaining static.
07 Feb 2011
First-time buyers 'need more help from government'
Planning clarification and increased lending could help first-time buyers, in the opinion of an expert.
03 Feb 2011
Planning clarification and increased lending could help first-time buyers, in the opinion of an expert.
03 Feb 2011
House prices to 'keep young buyers out of the market'
Whereas first-time buyers may struggle for some time, an industry spokesman has suggested other people will be pleased by stable house prices.
01 Feb 2011
Whereas first-time buyers may struggle for some time, an industry spokesman has suggested other people will be pleased by stable house prices.
01 Feb 2011
Potential first-time buyers 'will have to continue renting'
Some Britons who are keen to get on to the property ladder will have to continue renting, an expert claims.
28 Jan 2011
Some Britons who are keen to get on to the property ladder will have to continue renting, an expert claims.
28 Jan 2011
Property more important than proposals?
Research has revealed that many young couples would plan to buy a home before getting married.
24 Jan 2011
Research has revealed that many young couples would plan to buy a home before getting married.
24 Jan 2011
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