With in-person property viewings once again allowed, it’s vital you get all the information you need to make a decision when viewing a property you are considering buying. It’s a good idea to try out a virtual viewing if one is available before going to see a property in person. And you’ll need to follow […]
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My friend Maggie Cardinal, who has died aged 77, spent much of the second half of her life as a landlady, taking in budding young actors at her home in Kentish Town, north London. She was a neighbour of Michael Croft, the founder of the National Youth theatre of Great Britain, and many of his charges were sent her way.
She offered support and care to people who were often away from home for the first time. Her spontaneous parties were famous; conversations around her kitchen table could last for days.
Continue reading...Biggest monthly drop since financial crash as potential buyers delay for six months
House prices across the UK fell at the fastest rate since the financial crisis last month, as would-be buyers said they would wait six months before returning to the housing market.
The average price of a home dropped 1.7% in May from the previous month to £218,902, according to Nationwide Building Society, one of the UK’s largest mortgage lenders. This comes after April’s 0.9% gain and is the the biggest monthly fall since February 2009.
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