Base rate hikes imposed by the Bank of England have caused a gradual decline in mortgage lending transaction numbers, according to new research which revealed that, since December...

On the 23rd of March this year, the Bank of England raised its base rate by a further 0.25%, bringing the new rate to 4.25% and fresh concerns for many homeowners and first-time buyers...

Interest rates have risen for the 11th consecutive time following a vote which saw the Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee split 7-2 in favour of a 0.25% increase to 4.25%.

Last Thursday saw the Bank of England raise the Base Rate once again, marking the tenth consecutive raise in another blow to mortgage holders. Now standing at 4%, this is the highest...