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Government homebuying reforms align with MAB's strategic direction

The Government has announced a roadmap to modernise the homebuying and selling process.

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The six-year wait: first time buyers saving for longer to find homes that suit their lifestyle

Aspiring buyers are spending an average of six years saving for their first home, as they hold out for properties that better align with their long-term lifestyle goals rather than simply getting onto the property ladder as quickly as possible.

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Half of aspiring buyers unaware they could now borrow up to £40,000 more

First time buyers are spending years saving for a deposit, yet many may still be underestimating their borrowing potential, according to new research from Mortgage Advice Bureau (MAB).

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Britain’s deposit myth exposed: 4 in 5 buyers unaware of low-deposit options

Millions of aspiring homeowners may be delaying their plans unnecessarily, with new research from Mortgage Advice Bureau (MAB) revealing many significantly overestimate how much deposit they need to get on the property ladder.

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Nearly half of renters would buy tomorrow if mortgage payments matched their rent

New research from Mortgage Advice Bureau (MAB) reveals a clear tipping point in aspiring homebuyer behaviour, with nearly half of renters saying they would buy immediately if monthly mortgage payments matched what they currently pay in rent.

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Four in ten aspiring homeowners still holding back, despite rising confidence

More than half (52%) of prospective buyers say they’re ready to buy in 2026 - yet four in ten (41%) are still waiting for a “sign” before taking the plunge, new research from Mortgage Advice Bureau (MAB) has revealed.

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