A year ago, US bank Bear Stearns was beginning to crumble and make the headlines. Now, UK companies are planning on cutting 440,000 jobs in the next two years, according to Capital Economics.
But it's not all doom and gloom - we've sifted through the detail to bring you a balance of the good news, and the bad news, for homeowners today.
› Read 'Our take on the good and bad news for homeowners'
But it's not all doom and gloom - we've sifted through the detail to bring you a balance of the good news, and the bad news, for homeowners today.
› Read 'Our take on the good and bad news for homeowners'
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Our take on the good & bad news for homeowners
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A year ago, in July 2007, US bank Bear Stearns was beginning to crumble, and make headlines over here. Now, UK companies are planning on cutting 440,000 jobs in the next two years to stabilise… more ›
School places lottery: your views
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The government has been trialling a lottery-style system for schools, which awards school places to children through random allocation, in several areas of the country since 2007. Brighton is one… more ›
Have your say: are you happy about falling house prices?
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After years of escalating house prices, a downturn is becoming more evident - Nationwide are reporting a 2.5% drop in prices for May alone. Whether the situation is described as a 'crash' or… more ›
Renting tips
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Money saving tips - how to cut your monthly bills
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From finding the best broadband deal to claiming money back on your council tax, saving money on your bills is achievable - but can be complicated and time-consuming. To help you save time… more ›
The UpMyStreet moving checklist
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Psychological studies show that moving home is one of the most stressful life events, on a par with divorce and losing your job. But, with the right planning and organisation, you can take the… more ›
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