Home mover sentiment has softened towards the end of 2024, but buyers remain positive about budgets.

Rates start from 4.99%.

20% say a fluctuating income means they’ve had to push back their property ownership ambitions.

68% of renters are eager to take on fixer-uppers to help get on the housing ladder, compared to 54% of home-owners.

73% of homebuyers said they would continue with their plans to purchase, with a further 22% saying it would only temporarily impact their plans. 

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In some regions of the country, as many as 85% of homes will still be available tax-free.

There are 68 local authorities across England where the average price paid by a first-time buyer is more than £300,000.

Compared to 12 months ago, remortgage searches are 3.16% higher and first-time buyer searches rose by 9.99%.

The Society has also enhanced its criteria with larger maximum loan sizes and reduced rates.