The amount of wealth accessed by homeowners in 2017 by using equity release has increased 55% over the year helped by more products.

The number of remortgage buyers surge 12% taking advantage of record low mortgage rates to reduce the cost of repayments.

For first time buyers a discount mortgage could save them money rather than fixed rate where the interest charged is more expensive.

Number of home buyers taking out a mortgage in London is up 6% in the second quarter 2017 with strong demand from first time buyers.

There are over 5 million people with multiple properties after a 30% increase in their numbers since the start of the century.

The number of home movers has reduced by -2% creating a shortage of properties for first time buyers and higher prices.

Homebuyers can expect tougher affordability tests from lenders when applying for mortgages as Bank of England acts over easy borrowing.

Nearly one in three second steppers require over £20,000 in financial support from the bank of Mum and Dad to buy their next home.

For the second quarter in a row the number of home buyers are lower in London due to restricted supply and affordability.

The number of first time buyers increased by 30% in the last month with demand expected to continue with attractive mortgage deals.

Housing wealth in England of £1.8 trillion can be accessed with equity release and used by an aging population to fund retirement.

The mortgage market has seen a rise in the number of products on offer giving homeowners more choice as rates reach new lows.