Households should brace themselves for energy price hikes, not just over the coming year, but over the next five years too, with one energy expert predicting bills could double.
There are fears the price of energy could jump later this year, which has prompted some experts to urge worried households to consider fixing their gas and electricity prices.
The number of mortgages available to those with a limited deposit has risen to its highest level in over two and a half years, bringing hope for first time buyers who tend to have smaller down payments.
19 July 2011
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