1.5m new homes, a Freedom to Buy Scheme and changes to stamp duty are among Labour's manifesto pledges.

Nearly 9 in 10 first-time buyers have never heard of the Mortgage Guarantee Scheme.

David Landen, CEO at Hodge, explores why the effect UK politics has on the way we spend, borrow and save our money as businesses, investors and consumers is always relevant.

85% LTV two-year fixed rate residential products have seen the largest reductions.

The Society has cut residential purchase and remortgage rates.

Six new five-year fixes with no fee and 5% fee options have launched at 65% LTV.

Sellar has worked at Santander since 1996.

Rates have reduced by up to 0.20%.

The Society now has a £2m maximum limit on all 80% LTV residential mortgages.

Simon Jackson, managing director of SDL Surveying, explores whether the housing market could see a boost in demand following the General Election.