House price rise since first lockdown revealed
Strong demand and a lack of homes on the market have pushed up property values, the Halifax says. …
Sarah Coles, senior personal finance analyst at Hargreaves Lansdown, said: “While homeowners might feel better off on paper, for anyone trying to get on to the ladder, or move up it, this is pushing properties even further out of reach. Right now may not be a sensible time to stretch yourself.”