Rightmove’s September House Price Index reported earlier than usual signs of autumn activity picking up as September’s new listings come to market with asking prices 0.9% (+£2,474) higher than last month, the first rise at this time of year since 2011.
Gross mortgage lending up 21% year-on-year
The Council of Mortgage Lenders estimates that gross mortgage lending reached £17.9 billion in January. This is 9%...