First-time buyers £64k better off buying than renting
A new quarterly index reveals first-time buyers are £7,600 better off after one year and £64,000 after five years compared to renting, despite high upfront costs.
A new quarterly index reveals first-time buyers are £7,600 better off after one year and £64,000 after five years compared to renting, despite high upfront costs.
The DVLA has cancelled nearly 20,000 driving licences for drivers over 70 in three years. The government consults on mandatory cognitive and eyesight tests as part of road safety reforms.
Santander reduces mortgage rates by up to 0.23% from May 22, benefiting first-time buyers and buy-to-let borrowers, as inflation drops to 2.8%.
Iceland's bank holiday BBQ deal lets shoppers get five items for £15, stackable with a £9 off £60 code, making £90 worth of food cost just £51.
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a £1 vehicle tax charge for hauliers and extends fuel duty freeze, aiming to ease cost-of-living pressures and support the haulage industry.
The Mayor of the West Midlands invests £20 million to regenerate Solihull town centre, bringing new shops, restaurants, and 1,600 homes to Holbeche Place.
Three property deals at Cardiff's Penarth Road automotive hub include Kwik Fit letting, a sale to Buy & Go Cars, and Arnold Clark acquiring Fordthorne site.
NatWest increases mortgage rates by 0.2% across all products despite inflation falling to 2.8%, citing Middle East conflict and political uncertainty. Brokers warn more lenders may follow.
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Amazon shoppers are praising the EVRE Black Rattan Garden Furniture Set, priced under £150, as an 'absolute bargain' perfect for bank holiday barbecues and entertaining guests.
NatWest raises loan-to-income ratio for joint applicants earning over £150k, allowing mortgages up to 6.5 times income. Couples could secure up to £975k.
La Storia in West Bridgford was scammed out of £5,850 by a conman who booked a fake birthday party. Owner Anton Sarricchio reported the incident to authorities.
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The Labour government considers lowering the drink-drive limit in England and Wales, consulting on tougher penalties and aligning with Scotland's lower limits.
Asda announces over 400 new food and drink lines, lower prices, and a 100% satisfaction money-back guarantee on fresh produce, transforming frozen aisles and introducing new rewards.
Lakeland's 2-in-1 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner is reduced to £74.99 in a 25% off bank holiday sale. Shoppers call it 'one of the best vacuum cleaners I've had'.
NatWest increases maximum Loan to Income ratio to 6.5x for joint applicants earning £150k+, aiming to boost borrowing potential. Experts weigh in on impact.
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Venezuela Fury, daughter of boxer Tyson Fury, married Noah Price at 16. The couple jetted off on honeymoon from Manchester Airport.
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New data reveals single living in Birmingham costs £3,446 more annually than five years ago, with monthly expenses up £287. Brighton tops the list for highest singles tax.
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UK drivers face insurance difficulties for Chinese EV brands like BYD, XPeng, Skywell, and Jaecoo, with half of quote requests declined.
Stoke-on-Trent offers the cheapest homes for first-time buyers in the Midlands, with average prices around £171,500, well below the UK average of £268,000.
Douglas Luiz's second Aston Villa loan has been underwhelming. Juventus may reintegrate him as a wildcard, a U-turn from previous plans.
Miller Homes progresses plans for 350 homes in Pelsall, Walsall, with an Environmental Impact Assessment underway for the green belt site near York's Bridge.
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