Inflation – March 2026

Inflation Update March 2026: CPI Rises to 3.3% as Fuel Costs Drive Increase Inflation picked up again in March 2026, with the Consumer Prices Index rising to 3.3%, up from 3.0% in February. That means the overall cost of goods and services increased faster than it did the month before, moving further away from the… Read more
Halifax House Price Index March 2026

House prices in March 2026 were 0.8% higher compared to the same month a year earlier. The latest Halifax House Price Index for March 2026 shows a small drop in house prices, alongside a wider slowdown in the market. If you are thinking about buying, remortgaging or simply keeping an eye on the market, this… Read more
Inflation – February 2026

Inflation Update February 2026: CPI Holds at 3.0% as Energy Costs Could Rise Inflation remained steady in February, with the Consumer Prices Index (CPI) holding at 3.0%, unchanged from January. While this stability is a positive sign in the short term, there are growing concerns that rising energy prices linked to tensions in the Middle… Read more
Bank Of England Base Rate – March 2026

Bank of England Base Rate Update: March 2026 At the latest meeting, the Monetary Policy Committee voted to keep the base rate at 3.75%. This decision was unanimous, meaning every member agreed that holding the rate was the right move for now. The next review is due on 30 April 2026, where the rate could… Read more
Inflation – January 2026

Inflation – January 2026 At a glance Inflation has eased again at the start of the year, with the Consumer Prices Index (CPI) falling to 3.0% in the 12 months to January 2026. That’s down from 3.4% in December and marks the lowest annual rate since March 2025. While inflation is still above the Bank… Read more
Bank Of England Base Rate – February 2026

Bank of England Base Rate Update: February 2026 The Bank of England has confirmed its latest interest rate decision for February 2026, and while there was plenty of debate behind the scenes, the headline outcome is simple: the Base Rate has been held at 3.75%. If you have a mortgage, are thinking about buying a… Read more
Inflation – December 2025

Inflation – December 2025 At a glance Inflation moved slightly higher in December, ending the year with prices rising faster than they were in November. While the increase is modest, inflation remains well above the Bank of England’s long-term target of 2%, which means the cost of everyday living is still a real issue for… Read more
Halifax House Price Index December 2025

House prices in December 2025 were 0.3% higher compared to the same month a year earlier. The latest Halifax House Price Index for December 2025 gives you a clear snapshot of how the housing market finished the year. Prices edged down again, growth slowed, and activity remained fairly steady despite ongoing affordability pressures. If you… Read more
Bank Of England Base Rate – December 2025

Bank of England Base Rate Update: December 2025 The Bank of England has announced a change to the base rate in December 2025, and this matters because it affects mortgages, savings, loans and the wider cost of living. If you have a mortgage, are thinking about buying a home, or are due to remortgage, this… Read more
Inflation – November 2025

Inflation – November 2025 At a glance Inflation cooled again in November 2025, and that matters because it affects the cost of everyday life and, indirectly, the direction of interest rates. The main measure most people follow is the Consumer Prices Index (CPI). In simple terms, CPI tracks how much prices are rising (or falling)… Read more
Budget 2025

Budget 2025: What Property Owners, Buyers and Landlords Need to Know Budget 2025 introduces several changes that directly influence property owners, landlords and anyone planning to buy a home. These measures range from council tax reforms to adjustments in savings rules that may shape how you prepare for a deposit or manage ongoing costs. Understanding… Read more
Inflation – October 2025

Inflation – October 2025 At a glance Inflation continued to edge down in October, offering a small sign of progress while still keeping household budgets under pressure. The Consumer Prices Index (CPI) fell to 3.6% in the year to October, down from 3.8% in September. Although this is a step in the right direction, CPI… Read more

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