The King’s Speech is one of the most important moments in the political calendar. While delivered by the King, it is written by the Government and sets out the laws and priorities ministers plan to focus on over the coming parliamentary year. For many people, these announcements can feel distant from everyday life. But the [...]
Any first-time buyer trying to save up for a deposit to purchase their first home may feel daunted by how expensive the housing market is. There is no doubt that it is much more difficult to get your foot onto the property ladder than ever before. In 2023, House Buyer Bureau reported that house prices [...]
Why is it harder for first-time buyers to buy in 2026? For first-time buyers in 2026, the property market is in stark contrast to when previous generations bought their first homes. The average first-time buyer in 1960 paid a deposit of just £595 (roughly £12,738 today)[1] compared to an average of £53,424 in 2024[2]. A [...]