MoneySavingExpert News Mortgages Nationwide: Largest house price jump in almost two yearsHouse prices have recorded their largest monthly jump in nearly two years, according to Nationwide Building Society figures.1 March 2012 40,000 Halifax mortgage holders at risk of payment hikeAround 40,000 borrowers face the threat of higher mortgage costs after Halifax raised a cap for some on a standard variable rate (SVR).29 February 2012 Highest monthly house asking prices rise for a decadeThe housing market has seen a "surprisingly strong" bounce after sellers upped their asking prices by the highest monthly jump for a decade.20 February 2012 Rents are back on the riseRents are back on the rise "unseasonably early" this year, lettings agents said today.17 February 2012 'Dear Chancellor, don't cap mortgage lending'10 February 2012 Home repossessions down but future looks gloomyThe number of homes repossessed by mortgage lenders last year fell to its lowest rate since 2007.9 February 2012 Interest-only mortgages could be 'thing of the past'Interest-only mortgages could become harder to get, say brokers, after Santander raised the minimum deposit required to take out the loans. 9 February 2012 Rise in first-time buyers predictedThe proportion of first-time buyers is set to rise slightly this year, but they could face a narrower choice of properties due to a lack of first-time sellers, a study suggests.6 February 2012 House prices 'still falling slightly'House prices dipped by 0.2% in January, with analysts predicting the market could tilt further in buyers' favour over the coming months.1 February 2012 House sales plunge in 3-year slumpHouse sales fell last year to one of the lowest totals recorded, figures from HM Revenue and Customs showed this week.25 January 2012 First444546 Suggest a story Got a money-related news story that affects you? Email us