MoneySavingExpert News
Repossessions
Low interest rates mean fewer homeowners are struggling to keep up with their mortgage repayments, according to Council of Mortgage Lenders figures released today.
13 November 2014
The number of homeowners losing their property because they're unable to pay their mortgages has fallen to its lowest level since the credit crunch began, new data from the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML) shows.
8 November 2012
The number of home repossessions has fallen to its lowest level in a year and-a-half despite the toughening economy, but they could rise again.
9 August 2012
A government scheme to help people avoid losing their homes has assisted fewer than half as many households as expected at three times the cost.
25 May 2011
Home repossessions have jumped by 15% during the early part of this year.
12 May 2011
The number of people losing their homes fell to its lowest level for more than two years during the second quarter of 2010.
14 September 2010
Fewer people are expected to lose their homes this year after mortgage lenders today reported a decline in repossessions in the three months to June.
12 August 2010
The number of people who lost their homes soared to a 14-year high during 2009, figures showed today.
11 February 2010
The Ministry of Justice has announced plans that could prevent you losing your home if you fall behind on credit card or loan payments.
5 February 2010
The Government has today announced plans to close a legal loophole which enables lenders to repossess people's homes without going to court.
29 December 2009
Suggest a story
Got a money-related news story that affects you? Email us
MSE Email 
21 January 2025
21 January 2025
Martin's DebtBuster
Credit cards & more
Top 10 firms to haggle with
Plus 9 haggling tips
Is marriage worth it?
9 financial benefits
Free National Trust pass
Normally £30ish
Top easy-access savings
New 5.1% rate
FREE Ideal Home Show tickets
Plus when to see Martin
161 summer bulbs for £10
10,000 bundles
Tools and calculators
Clever ways to calculate your finances
Find your odds of getting top cards
Find your odds for getting a cheap loan
Compare broadband, phone & TV deals
Compares thousands of mortgages
Eight calcs to help you work out the cost
We ensure you’re on the cheapest tariff