The various national house prices indices seemingly disagree on a monthly basis, but over the long term clear geographical and directional trends emerge
How to buy property in a seller's market – an insider advises
Buying property is a highly competitive business in some parts of the UK, so it's a good idea to go in well prepared, says former estate agent Steve Lucas
London housing crisis: is helping middle income households the way to keep communities intact?
A former Shelter policy sage argues that the harm done by population transience in the capital can be lessened through housing measures that help families of average means to stay put
London homeowners could buy second homes outright by releasing equity
Mortgage provider Castle Trust says owners of average-priced houses in nine London boroughs could buy a property outright in at least a dozen counties by releasing just 20% of the value of their home