• Aug 7th 2023

Navigating Mortgage Rates: What You Need to Know

In the ever-changing landscape of mortgage rates, it's essential to stay informed about the shifts that could impact your financial decisions. Let's break down the recent developments and their potential effects. 1. Mortgage Rates on the Move Mortgage ... more

  • Aug 3rd 2023

Bank of England Signals Prolonged Higher Interest Rates Amidst Soaring Inflation

In a bid to combat surging price increases, the Bank of England has declared that interest rates will remain higher for an extended period—the first time such a tactic has been employed. The Bank has taken this action while raising rates from 5% ... more

  • Jul 24th 2023

Top tips for Tenants

Are you considering renting a property? There's a lot to think about to ensure you find the perfect place for your needs. To help you make the right choice, we've compiled some useful tips and pointers on what questions to ask during your rental ... more

  • Jul 19th 2023

Housing Secretary's Message: Independent Landlords Vital for Fair Rental Sector!

In a powerful exclusive for the National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA), Housing Secretary Michael Gove highlights the indispensable role played by independent landlords in the private rented sector. Landlords are the backbone of the rental ... more

  • Jul 12th 2023

Top 10 Tips when Selling Your Property!

🔝 Top 10 Tips for Selling Your Property! 🏡✨   Selling your property can be an exciting yet challenging process. There are many things to do, alongside getting ready to upsize or downsize into a new property. At Seths, we're here to make ... more

  • Jul 9th 2023

Understanding the Impact of the Energy Price Cap Reduction

In response to the rising energy costs over the past year, regulatory body Ofgem has made the decision to reduce the Energy Price Cap from July to September. This adjustment is a result of the decline in wholesale energy prices. However, Ofgem predicts ... more

  • Jul 4th 2023

Mortgage Rates and what’s happening to them!

Are you coming to the end of your mortgage deal or are looking to buy a new home? What does the change in the Base Rate to 5% mean for mortgage rates? There has been significant discussion about Base Rate rises and their potential impact on mortgage ... more

  • Jun 23rd 2023

Mortgage Lenders Pledge Increased Support Amidst Rising Mortgage Rates

As soaring interest rates burden homeowners, banks and building societies have pledged to provide greater flexibility to those struggling with mortgage repayments. The decision follows a meeting between banking executives and Chancellor Jeremy Hunt in ... more

  • Jun 21st 2023

Facing the Winds of Change: Inflation and Interest Rates

In an unexpected turn of events, core inflation has reached a staggering 31-year high this May, signalling that the Bank of England might have to adjust interest rates beyond initial projections. Contrary to expectations of economists and the Bank ... more