Gen Z may be known for being tech savvy, but they’re also showing their smarts when it comes to home buying, with a surprisingly large number preparing to buy their first home before the end of the decade. Here’s how Gen Zs are making their home-buying plans happen.
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5-year goal: 1-in-3 Gen Zs planning to buy a first home3 minute read
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Why now may be the time to buy a rental property
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2% deposit scheme ‘Help to Buy’ launches
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Season’s greetings! Here’s to a well-earned summer break
As the Christmas and New Year’s festive season rolls around, we want to take a moment to sincerely thank you for your trust and support throughout 2025.
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