Estate agent Foxtons saw profits drop dramatically by 42 per cent in the first half of the year on the back of sharp downturn in the London housing market. The house seller blamed the EU Brexit decision for the slowdown, which it said will last until at least the end of the year. London-based Foxtons, known for its coffee shop-style branches and fleet of green and yellow Mini’s, has opened…
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Buying a home is probably the largest purchase you’ll make in your lifetime. And choosing the right type of mortgage loan is one of the most important decisions you’ll make in the homebuying process. With so many different options out there, it can be hard to find an affordable home loan that meets your financial goals. Start by asking yourself “How much house can I afford?” After taking inventory of…
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Knowing mortgage rate trends and tracking accurate mortgage interest rate forecasts are important to the home buyer, seller and lender. Being on “the right side of the market” can enhance the profitability of a home sale and mortgage loan — or the affordability of a new mortgage or refinance. But because of its complexity, understanding mortgage rate trends may be as much art as science.
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