The number of mortgage deals available has broken through the 5,000 barrier for the first time in more than a year.
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Nearly four in 10 first-time buyers are taking out mortgages with a term of between 30 to 35 years, while 17% choose one that's even longer.
Mortgage approvals rose by 18% in March, with 52,000 mortgages given the go ahead, suggesting buyer confidence is returning in the housing market.
Mortgage deals now available at sub 4% rates - and inflation still expected to fall quickly in the second half of this year.
Six out of 10 landlords are in favour of the introduction of the Decent Homes Standard, the biggest shake up in the private rented sector for 30 years.
New short term let rules being considered to protect communities in England's holiday destinations.
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