UK house prices reached a new record average of £299,892 in November. Halifax data reveals first-time buyer affordability is the strongest since 2015. Discover the regional trends and market outlook.
Halifax reports UK house prices were flat in November, while BDO data shows weak in-store sales growth. Affordability for first-time buyers hits strongest level since 2015. Read the full analysis.
The UK government faces pressure to take tougher action on the baby formula crisis, as families still struggle with high costs. New reforms are a start, but campaigners demand more.
The UK government faces calls for stronger action on the baby formula crisis, as new measures fall short of a price cap. Discover the impact on families and the CMA's key recommendations.
FIFA has backed away from using dynamic pricing for all 2026 World Cup tickets after fan cost concerns. Fixed-price options will be available for specific fan categories. Read the latest details.
London house prices fell 0.1% annually, the first drop in 18 months. Discover the impact of budget uncertainty and the new property tax on the market.
New data reveals UK first-time home buying is the most affordable since 2015. Lower mortgage rates and rising wages ease the burden. Discover the regional trends and expert advice.
A new report reveals 42 of 47 UK cities are now unaffordable for lower-middle-income households, highlighting a severe housing crisis with London and Oxford worst hit. Discover the full impact.
Zoopla's 2025 report shows a stark housing affordability divide. Shildon, County Durham, is Britain's most affordable town, while Beaconsfield prices exceed £1 million. Discover the data.
New research reveals over half of Australians experience Black Friday buyer's remorse. Discover expert tips to avoid impulse buys and identify deceptive sales tactics this shopping season.
US Democrats reversed the rightward shift among young men in recent elections by relentlessly focusing on affordability and economic pressures. Discover how this strategy worked.
Australian households now spend 45% of income on mortgages, up from 26% in 2020 as home values surge 50%. Essential reading for property market insights.
A first-time buyer considers delaying his flat purchase ahead of the Autumn Budget. Our expert weighs the risks of a potential stamp duty change against the real cost of a collapsed sale.
Discover five government and developer-backed schemes helping UK buyers save up to £25,000. From deposit boosts to equity loans, learn how to bridge the affordability gap.
House prices in England are now 7.7 times the average salary, placing home ownership beyond reach for 90% of earners. Discover the causes and regional disparities of this deepening crisis.
Analysis of Trump's chaotic post-election affordability drive, revealing contradictions, magical thinking, and economic missteps. Discover the real impact on US voters.
Donald Trump will meet NYC mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani in the Oval Office following Republican election losses. The political opposites have sparred for months.
New laws in Victoria will require estate agents to publish a property's reserve price a week before auction, in a major crackdown on illegal underquoting practices.
Discover why fossil fuel prices, not renewables, are driving up UK electricity costs. Learn how Britain compares internationally and what really affects your energy bills.
30-year-old software engineer Nitish Kumar bought his first home in Poplar after his rent increased to £1,765. Discover his property journey and tips for buyers.
Donald Trump proposes 50-year mortgages to address US housing affordability, but experts warn it could double interest payments and deepen inequality. Analysis of this controversial plan.
Republicans scramble to address cost of living concerns while their policies and president undermine efforts. Analysis reveals why the party struggles with affordability solutions.
New data reveals investor lending has dramatically outpaced first-time buyers, prompting calls for regulatory intervention as housing affordability worsens.
A devastating election night for Republicans reveals deep voter anxiety over affordability issues, with Trump's influence failing to counter economic concerns.
The UK government unveils sweeping gambling reforms including mandatory financial risk assessments, tighter advertising rules, and enhanced player protections in a major regulatory overhaul.
New data reveals rental stress is soaring across Australia, with low-income households facing unprecedented pressure as vacancy rates plummet and costs skyrocket.
New data reveals Australia's rental affordability crisis has worsened dramatically, with low-income households spending over 60% of income on rent as the government faces calls for urgent intervention.
New data reveals a dramatic population shift as Australians embrace regional living, with satellite cities experiencing unprecedented growth while capital cities stagnate.
FIFA faces mounting criticism over soaring World Cup ticket prices as fans and experts warn the beautiful game is becoming unaffordable for ordinary supporters.