Data points to upbeat economic outlook
Press Review 27 August 2004
The number of businesses operating at the start of 2003 was up by a record 200,000 on the previous year, upbeat figures revealed yesterday.
Housing tops MP complaints list
News Article 25 August 2004
Four out of five MPs believe housing to be the most important doorstep issue, according to a new survey.
Conservatives detail 'progressive' housing strategy
News Article 4 August 2004
The Conservatives have pledged to create a more flexible and responsive housing market.
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New warning on house price fall
Press Review 15 April 2004
Goldman Sachs has warned that average house prices could drop by 15 per cent if interest rates continue on an upward trend.
Equity release surpasses 1980s boom
Press Review 2 April 2004
Pressure for an imminent interest rate rise grew yesterday when it was revealed that the amount borrowed through equity release has exceeded the levels seen during the 1980s boom.
Double tax whammy on holiday homes
Press Review 25 March 2004
Second-home owners are set to face combined council tax bills of up to £3,000 following a "double whammy" reported by the Times today.
Affordable home plan 'not enough'
Press Review 24 March 2004
Trade unions and housing experts have dismissed a £690 million government drive to fund affordable housing for public sector workers.
OFT warns estate agents
Press Review 24 March 2004
The Office of Fair Trading has issued a "wake-up call" to the estate agency industry.
Alex Bannister - Nationwide group economist
Stakeholder Interview 10 March 2004
Alex Bannister discusses the upcoming Budget with ePolitix.com.
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