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Property experts have reacted to the Bank of England’s decision to maintain the UK base rate. 

Almost half (45%) of first-time buyers purchased their property with help from a government scheme. This is according to a new survey by Uswitch of 2,000 UK first time buyers (over the past two years). The most common scheme used was the First Homes scheme (36%), followed by a Lifetime ISA (29%). Uswitch mortgage

First Time Buyers and mortgages - new study shows the help they get

Mortgage rates have now reached the highest level in 15 years.

Half of all UK renters search for unfurnished properties, with security features topping their list of requirements (60%).

Mortgage affordability rules appear to have tightened amid higher cost of living pressures, an expert has said.

A number of changes will be hitting Britons and their bank balances this month. Find out how you'll be affected in the cost of living crisis.

A number of changes will be hitting Brits - and their bank balances - across May. Find out how you'll be affected as the cost of living crisis continues

UK homeowners should consider a product transfer, which doesnt require legal help, when remortgaging their homes, according to Uswitchs remortgage adviser Kellie Steed.

As bills remain high, owners want to make their biggest asset - their home - work harder. Here are four ways to make it sweat more, while your bills go down.