| 单词 | building society |
| 例句 | I met Roger many years ago when I worked for a building society in London and I carried out some property transactions for him. Roger Lloyd Pack: Your memories 2014-01-17T12:16:06Z That compares very attractively with the 2-3% most savers earn from their building society accounts. Fancy owning a piece of film history? 2011-07-29T22:02:48Z Might as well have been a pretentious building society advert for anyone else. Screen burn 2010-05-28T23:41:00Z Open the festival brochure at random and you'll see an intelligent young standup dimly recognisable as a gormless berk in a building society advert. Edinburgh festival comedy endorsements are no laughing matter 2010-08-25T12:41:00Z With its classical facade, the Pavilion is an impressive addition to a road otherwise filled with cafes and building societies. Cine-files: Hailsham Pavilion 2013-06-25T15:20:00Z Of the 14 major banks or building societies covered in the report, half of them refunded less than half the money that was stolen from victims. Banks accused of dragging their feet over fraud refunds, says MP 2023-11-09T05:00:00Z However, they were still down sharply on a year ago, the UK's biggest building society said. House prices in biggest rise for more than a year 2023-11-01T04:00:00Z Ram-raiders used a digger and a pick-up truck to steal money from a building society cash machine in the early hours of Saturday morning. Watch: Ram-raiders use digger in cash machine theft 2023-10-28T04:00:00Z The cap limited the variable pay of employees of banks, building societies and investment firms to twice their base pay. Cap on bankers' bonuses to be scrapped 2023-10-24T04:00:00Z Individual banks and building societies have been under pressure to pass on higher interest rate rises to customers. Interest rates: How the Bank of England's decision affects you and your money 2023-09-22T04:00:00Z The building society bases its survey data on its own mortgage lending, so the survey does not include those who purchase homes with cash or buy-to-let deals. Home buyers choosing smaller properties and 35-year mortgages 2023-10-02T04:00:00Z Customers can use the kiosk to manage their money, with staff from the building society available to help. Bank closures: Cowbridge kiosk aims to help customers 2023-09-27T04:00:00Z Banks, building societies and other savings providers often advertise eye-catching headline interest rates. How to save money even when the budget is tight 2023-09-23T04:00:00Z The UK's biggest building society, the Nationwide, reduced rates by up to 0.31 percentage points on Friday. Hope for mortgage rate cuts after Bank of England decision 2023-09-22T04:00:00Z The building society said the drop represented a fall of £14,600 on a typical home in the UK since house prices peaked in August 2022. House prices see biggest yearly decline since 2009 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z According to data from the building society Halifax, for all buyers, London has the least affordable homes, priced at 9.3 times average earnings, with mortgage repayments taking up 49% of earnings. House sales to slump to lowest in over a decade 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z One Banx founder Duncan Cockburn said the machine being piloted could be a "bridge" to helping people use digital banking with the help of building society staff. Bank closures: Cowbridge kiosk aims to help customers 2023-09-27T04:00:00Z Last week, the Nationwide building society said that house prices in July recorded their sharpest fall in 2009 but they remained £45,000 higher than February 2020, the last month before the first lockdown. House prices fall by the most in south east, says Halifax 2023-08-07T04:00:00Z On Tuesday, the Nationwide building society said that house prices had recorded the biggest annual fall for 14 years. House prices are falling, so why can't I afford a home? 2023-08-04T04:00:00Z Banks and building societies in the UK have come under pressure to pass on the interest rate rises to savers. HSBC profit more than doubles as interest rates rise 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z Bank and building society staff helped save customers from losing tens of millions of pounds to fraud last year. Bank staff defy customers to prevent £55m of fraud in 2022 2023-07-26T04:00:00Z MPs on the committee have been pressing banks and building societies to give a better deal for savers as interest rates have risen, through a series of hearings and letters. Banks warned over 'weak excuses' for savings rates 2023-07-18T04:00:00Z Bank and building societies bosses will be in front of the Treasury Committee. Mortgage rates soar to cusp of mini-budget peak 2023-07-10T04:00:00Z But there has been suggestions that the current interest rate level could be the peak for consumers, with banks and building societies starting to actually cut mortgage rates. House prices are falling, so why can't I afford a home? 2023-08-04T04:00:00Z Most people cannot pay all in one go, so they borrow money from a bank or building society. Cost of living: Governor of the Bank of England, Andrew Bailey, talks about inflation, interest rates and how it impacts young people 2023-07-06T04:00:00Z However, in a move to help mortgage-holders, banks and building societies will offer more flexibility on repayment terms. Mortgage rates: Average five-year fix rises above 6% 2023-07-04T04:00:00Z There was £4.6bn more withdrawn than paid into bank and building society accounts. Banks warned over 'weak excuses' for savings rates 2023-07-18T04:00:00Z However, the building society said the sharp increase in borrowing costs was likely to cause a "significant drag" on activity in the housing market. Mortgage applications steady despite rate rises, says Nationwide 2023-06-30T04:00:00Z The building society said that a year ago, monthly mortgage payments accounted for around 32% of take home pay. House prices are falling, so why can't I afford a home? 2023-08-04T04:00:00Z Interest rates show how much extra you have to pay if you borrow money from a bank or building society. Cost of living: Governor of the Bank of England, Andrew Bailey, talks about inflation, interest rates and how it impacts young people 2023-07-06T04:00:00Z There was £4.6bn more withdrawn than paid into bank and building society accounts, the Bank of England said. Customers withdraw record amount of savings in May 2023-06-29T04:00:00Z The Deposit Takers Bill will cover some 93% of all depositors in New Zealand in banks, credit unions, building societies and finance companies, Finance Minister Grant Robertson said in a statement. New Zealand passes law guaranteeing bank deposits up to NZ$100,000 2023-06-29T04:00:00Z In recent weeks, banks and building societies have been withdrawing mortgage deals in anticipation of higher interest rates. Rishi Sunak urges people to hold their nerve on interest rates 2023-06-25T04:00:00Z Banks and building societies are to meet Chancellor Jeremy Hunt to discuss the upheaval in the mortgage market. Banks summoned on mortgages after interest rate shock 2023-06-22T04:00:00Z The building society, one of the UK's biggest lenders, said that the changes were being made to ensure it could serve all its customers. Nationwide latest to raise mortgage rates again 2023-06-15T04:00:00Z The latest figure marks a sharp turnaround from April when net deposits saw £3.7bn added to bank and building society accounts. Customers withdraw record amount of savings in May 2023-06-29T04:00:00Z Nationwide, Britain's biggest building society, said it would raise some of its fixed mortgage rates for new borrowing from Friday, which it said would ensure they "remain sustainable." HSBC withdraws mortgage deals for new borrowers 2023-06-08T04:00:00Z The building society said that house prices in the year to May fell by 3.4%, a bigger decline than a drop of 2.7% the month before. Housing market could be hit by higher interest rates, Nationwide warns 2023-06-01T04:00:00Z Britain's biggest building society has said it will increase some of its mortgage rates from Friday due to the current economic outlook. Nationwide building society to raise mortgage rates 2023-05-25T04:00:00Z A spokesperson for the building society said lenders' costs were rising, and competitors were also putting up rates. Nationwide latest to raise mortgage rates again 2023-06-15T04:00:00Z As a result, banks and building societies are offering deals for first-time buyers without a deposit - or people trying to renew their mortgage. Mortgage deals: Five new products aiming to beat interest rates rise 2023-05-20T04:00:00Z The BBC headed to the North Yorkshire market town which the building society calls home to see if would-be buyers were sold on the idea. Skipton: Will deposit-free mortgages help budding first-time buyers? 2023-05-12T04:00:00Z However, he added that the building society was not expecting a housing market slump, given that "labour market conditions remain solid and household balance sheets appear in relatively good shape". Housing market could be hit by higher interest rates, Nationwide warns 2023-06-01T04:00:00Z But banks and building societies will look very closely at a first-time buyer's financial situation and credit record. First time buyers: how much can I borrow? 2023-05-10T04:00:00Z "This ensures that, as a building society, we can continue lending to all types of borrowers. Despite the changes in rates, our full mortgage range continues to remain available," he said. Nationwide latest to raise mortgage rates again 2023-06-15T04:00:00Z But when the BBC went to the North Yorkshire market town the building society is named after, not everyone was sold on the idea. Mortgage deals: Five new products aiming to beat interest rates rise 2023-05-20T04:00:00Z A deposit-free mortgage specifically aimed at people currently renting has been launched by a UK building society. Deposit-free mortgage aimed at renters launched 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z UK house prices rose by 0.5% in April after seven consecutive months of falls, according to the Nationwide building society. House prices in surprise 0.5% rise in April 2023-05-02T04:00:00Z In the highly unlikely scenario that a bank or building society actually collapses, then deposit protection is in place. Bank shares volatile after Credit Suisse takeover 2023-03-20T04:00:00Z The building society said it would be "hard for the market to regain much momentum in the near term". Annual house prices fall for first time since pandemic 2023-03-01T05:00:00Z Up until January house prices in the UK fell for five months in a row, according to building society Nationwide. Home asking prices £14 rise smallest for 22 years 2023-02-20T05:00:00Z The Skipton, which is the UK's fourth biggest building society, says it recognised a "gap in the market". Deposit-free mortgage aimed at renters launched 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z However, the number of mortgages being approved was picking up after a "subdued" start to 2023, said Robert Gardner, the building society's chief economist. House prices in surprise 0.5% rise in April 2023-05-02T04:00:00Z Hundreds of staff at a building society are facing job cuts, a spokesman said. Hundreds face job cuts at Nationwide building society 2023-02-08T05:00:00Z Payment difficulties can lead to banks and building societies repossessing houses, although lenders try to avoid this. What is happening to house prices and could there be a crash? 2023-02-02T05:00:00Z The building society said it would be "hard for the market to regain much momentum in the near term" in the face of strong economic headwinds. House prices fall for fifth month in a row 2023-02-01T05:00:00Z He added that households put £5.7bn into bank and building society accounts in November. Mortgage approvals sink to lowest level in two years 2023-01-04T05:00:00Z Individual banks and building societies usually pass on interest rate rises to customers. UK interest rates: How will a rise affect you and how high could it go? 2022-12-14T05:00:00Z The spokesperson said the 450 losses in non-member facing teams will enable the building society to "increase investment in the value and service we provide our members". Hundreds face job cuts at Nationwide building society 2023-02-08T05:00:00Z Crucially, the money isn't covered by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme the way it is if you save in a bank or a building society. Christmas savings clubs help spread the festive costs 2022-11-28T05:00:00Z The 50p coins will be available for general use in December, distributed according to demand by banks, building societies and post offices. King Charles 50p coins struck for the first time 2022-10-27T04:00:00Z But Shaun Middleton from the building society said market conditions since September may mean that house prices will stabilise. Wales house prices: Family feel forced out amid record figures 2022-10-17T04:00:00Z The BSA said that 31% of those asked in its survey never checked what interest rate they were getting with their bank of building society. Savings rates hot up after years of low returns 2022-10-12T04:00:00Z Kam Wan asks: "Are my savings safe in a bank or building society?" Pensions, savings and mortgages - your questions answered 2022-10-12T04:00:00Z He encouraged borrowers with concerns to contact the building society's mortgage advisors. Cost of living: Couple narrowly beat mortgage rates rise 2022-10-09T04:00:00Z Those on means-tested benefits will get it directly into their bank, building society or credit union account, the Department for Work and Pensions said. Millions will receive £324 cost-of-living payment in November 2022-10-03T04:00:00Z The 50p coin will be available for general use well before the end of the year, distributed according to demand by banks, building societies and post offices. King Charles: New coins featuring monarch's portrait unveiled 2022-09-29T04:00:00Z Experts say banks and building societies are leapfrogging each other on best-buy tables as they advertise new products with better returns. Savings rates hot up after years of low returns 2022-10-12T04:00:00Z And, just to stress, there is no suggestion of a threat to the future of any banks or building societies right now. Pensions, savings and mortgages - your questions answered 2022-10-12T04:00:00Z The Nottingham building society says it will close a third of its branches "due to changing consumer behaviour". Nottingham Building Society to close a third of branches 2022-09-28T04:00:00Z Some mortgage deals have been withdrawn by banks and building societies due to volatility in the pound following the government's mini-budget. Mortgage lenders halt some deals after pound falls 2022-09-26T04:00:00Z The party estimates this would cost £9.6bn, which it proposes to cover by cancelling a scheduled reduction next April in the corporation tax surcharge paid by banks and building societies. Energy bills: Lib Dems call for £10bn in grants to help smaller firms 2022-08-31T04:00:00Z House prices are at their highest ever in Wales - £240,000 on average, according to the Principality building society's latest figures. Housing: Families left feeling helpless in search for homes 2022-08-10T04:00:00Z At 22:30 on Saturday night there were no customers in his Peri Peri Delight takeaway, next door to a building society that has "where people make the difference" printed on its front. Nightclubs closing: One in five have shut since Covid-19 pandemic began 2022-08-01T04:00:00Z The Bank of England's latest figures showed that while borrowing rose, households deposited an extra £1.5bn with banks and building societies in June, well down on May's total of £5.2bn. Credit card borrowing in fastest rise since 2005 2022-07-29T04:00:00Z Another possibility, is that it was hidden somewhere thought to be safe in a time before banks and building societies, particularly if the owners felt their money might be taken during a time of conflict. Cost of living: Lessons from history about how we spend 2022-05-31T04:00:00Z Which? tested 11 banks and building societies by calling each of them 12 times throughout different times of the day over the course of a week in March. Fraud victims face call waiting lottery from banks 2022-05-23T04:00:00Z A survey for the building society suggested that 38% of those asked said they were either in the process of moving or considering a move. House prices up 12% but rises expected to slow, says Nationwide 2022-04-29T04:00:00Z According to recent statistics from the UK's Financial Conduct Authority, most people do have reasonable access to cash through a combination of bank, building society or Post Office branches and ATMs. People reliant on cash risk being cut adrift, Which? says 2022-04-25T04:00:00Z It allows courts to freeze funds in a bank or building society if they suspect the money is linked to criminal activity. Ukraine crisis: How much Russian money is there in the UK? 2022-03-11T05:00:00Z Then he tried to contact the building society. Grieving families face extra fees and paperwork, says consumer group 2022-03-29T04:00:00Z People living in a Yorkshire town with no bank will soon be able to sort their financial affairs at the local library, a building society has pledged. Knaresborough library to host banking lifeline 2022-03-07T05:00:00Z The building society said it was the biggest cash increase in property prices since it started collecting comparable data in 1991. House prices see record cash rise, says Nationwide 2022-03-02T05:00:00Z Payments into and out of the accounts of Nationwide customers are being delayed in the latest round of disruption to hit the building society. Nationwide customers hit by fresh payment problem 2022-02-28T05:00:00Z Where an account has not been used for 15 years, the UK's banks and building societies send the money to the Reclaim Fund. My forgotten bank account paid out 60 years later 2022-02-26T05:00:00Z Customers of 30 UK banks, building societies and credit unions can continue to use post office counters for basic banking until at least 2026. Key Post Office deal agreed for future of cash 2022-01-31T05:00:00Z The building society already operates within a library in the Yorkshire Dales market town of Hawes. Knaresborough library to host banking lifeline 2022-03-07T05:00:00Z Customers of Nationwide are facing another round of delays on payments after a queuing system was installed by the building society. Nationwide customers face more payment delays 2022-01-04T05:00:00Z The UK-based building society said the problem had since been resolved. Nationwide customers hit by payment glitch 2021-12-31T05:00:00Z A total of 35 banks and building societies in the UK are signed up to the Reclaim Fund, which was launched in 2011. My forgotten bank account paid out 60 years later 2022-02-26T05:00:00Z Nationwide, the UK's largest building society, has apologised to those affected. Nationwide customers hit by payment delays 2021-12-21T05:00:00Z The Treasury Committee held a one-off session about the state of the mutual sector from major figures in the industry including building societies and credit unions. LV= leaders criticised over openness in Bain Capital deal 2021-11-24T05:00:00Z The building society said anyone facing charges as a result of late payments should get in touch to discuss their situation. Nationwide customers face more payment delays 2022-01-04T05:00:00Z The Payments Systems Regulator also said that large banks and building societies would need to publish data on APP scams, including reimbursement levels for victims. Fraud: Better chance of compensation for victims 2021-11-18T05:00:00Z The UK's largest building society said that prices in September were up 10% compared with a year earlier, a slight slowdown from 11% in August. Rapid house price growth continues in September, says Nationwide 2021-09-30T04:00:00Z Some have also complained of long waits to contact the building society on the telephone. Nationwide customers hit by payment delays 2021-12-21T05:00:00Z The committee also heard that building societies were facing stiff competition from banks in selling mortgages, owing to the financial effects of the pandemic. LV= leaders criticised over openness in Bain Capital deal 2021-11-24T05:00:00Z However, not all banks and building societies are signed up. New 159 fraud hotline launched to counter threat 2021-09-28T04:00:00Z The building society said it had seen fraud rise broadly in line with the average across the sector. Riskiest payments should be slowed to stop fraud, says Nationwide 2021-09-26T04:00:00Z As for the main awareness campaign run by UK Finance on behalf of the banks and building societies, Take Five To Stop Fraud, Rudy said he'd never heard of it. Fraud warnings not good enough for young adults, says charity 2021-09-10T04:00:00Z The building society said house prices dropped slightly in July compared with June, but were still 10.5% higher than a year ago. Housing market cools as stamp duty break withdrawn 2021-07-28T04:00:00Z Spending on holidays, eating and drinking, leisure, gardening, and clothing also surged from April to June, the building society said. Charity, dating and pet spending booms, says Nationwide 2021-07-21T04:00:00Z Kathryn, who works in a building society, says she got into the band through listening to the music from Japanese video games and anime films. 'My music is always there when I need it' 2021-07-09T04:00:00Z The building society has set up a new, 24-hour hotline for customers who want advice about whether they are at risk of being defrauded. Riskiest payments should be slowed to stop fraud, says Nationwide 2021-09-26T04:00:00Z Asda's plan is similar to one adopted by Nationwide, which will allow the building society's 13,000 office employees to "work anywhere". Asda to allow permanent hybrid working for offices 2021-07-02T04:00:00Z By relying on that "incorrect and negligent" advice, the building society entered into long-term interest rate swaps as a hedge against the cost of borrowing to fund its mortgages, the court said. Grant Thornton loses fight in UK top court over 32 mln sterling swaps bill 2021-06-18T04:00:00Z The building society looked at hundreds of millions of transactions by its customers from April to June, and compared them with the previous quarter. Charity, dating and pet spending booms, says Nationwide 2021-07-21T04:00:00Z A year ago in the wake of the first lockdown, house market activity collapsed but the building society says there's been a turnaround in the past 12 months. Covid: Zero UK deaths, and Scotland lockdown easing paused for millions 2021-06-01T04:00:00Z According to the building society's research, there's "a race for space" with people moving to access a garden or outdoor space more easily. House prices jump 10.9% as 'race for space' intensifies 2021-06-01T04:00:00Z Banks and building societies say that is far too long a wait, as many homeowners would be in trouble with mortgage repayments much sooner after losing their jobs. Covid: Banks call for overhaul of mortgage support 2021-05-26T04:00:00Z The UK's largest building society is pitting itself against rival, the Halifax, as well as Premium Bonds. Fed-up savers may test their luck in prize draws with rates so low 2021-05-25T04:00:00Z The building society expects that trend to continue. Charity, dating and pet spending booms, says Nationwide 2021-07-21T04:00:00Z "She didn't ask. So she got me a cheque from her building society account, which I paid to the Post Office." Cleared postmaster hid conviction from his family 2021-05-14T04:00:00Z In March, Nationwide building society said it would allow its 13,000 office staff to "choose where they work" - offices, homes or High Street branches. KPMG's 16,000 UK staff to get more time off work 2021-05-05T04:00:00Z Banks and building societies want ministers to extend help for those struggling to pay their mortgage owing to the financial effects of Covid. Covid: Banks call for overhaul of mortgage support 2021-05-26T04:00:00Z Charities and some other organisations, including those who are a building society, a partnership or a sole proprietor, will need to register by email, with details listed on the same web page. Covid: Rapid home test kits to be available for workers 2021-03-27T04:00:00Z The UK's biggest building society said its "work anywhere" plan will allow employees more control of their lives. Nationwide tells 13,000 staff to 'work anywhere' 2021-03-24T04:00:00Z It's paid into the same bank or building society account as your benefit payments. I'm freezing - can I get a cold weather payment? 2021-02-09T05:00:00Z Figures last week from building society Nationwide showed house prices in December were up 7.3%. Mortgage lending surges to 13-year high 2021-01-04T05:00:00Z It is the final word in complaints and banks and building societies must abide by its decision. Banks 'too often blaming customers' for fraud 2020-12-12T05:00:00Z The building society puts it partly down to people looking for bigger homes with more space as they adjust to the "new normal" of working from home. Covid-19: Working from home leads to house price rise in Wales 2020-11-27T05:00:00Z The building society said that although its branch-based staff are less able to work flexibly, it is looking at ways to "help them better manage their working day around their home lives". Nationwide tells 13,000 staff to 'work anywhere' 2021-03-24T04:00:00Z Prices rose on a quarterly basis in most areas of the UK, the building society said. 'Strong recovery' in UK housing market 2020-09-30T04:00:00Z You will also need them in banks, building societies, credit unions, cinemas, community centres and post offices. Tighter rules on visors, masks and contacts 2020-08-07T04:00:00Z A robber in a black face mask raided a city centre building society, stealing a "substantial" amount of money. Masked man holds up city centre building society 2020-08-04T04:00:00Z But the rules do not apply in takeaways, cafes, coffee shops, restaurants, pubs or in banks and building societies. Where do I now have to wear a face covering? 2020-07-28T04:00:00Z One of his victims described a "campaign of manipulation and deceit" that included Robinson marching her into a building society to transfer funds within hours of her attending a funeral. Plenty of Fish conman jailed for defrauding women 2020-07-06T04:00:00Z The Bank of England is in the process of assessing the impact of negative rates on UK bank and building society profits, as well as how they affect insurers and pension funds. Could you have to pay your bank to save money? 2020-05-24T04:00:00Z One area of particular concern is that some victims are not being identified as particularly vulnerable - perhaps because of their age or circumstances - when they call their bank or building society about a fraud. Banks 'can do more' to compensate fraud victims 2020-04-30T04:00:00Z For instance, Nationwide, the UK's biggest building society, stopped offering deals above 75% loan-to-value to new customers at the end of March to "focus on supporting existing mortgage members, while continuing to process ongoing applications". Lenders kick-start mortgage deals 2020-04-22T04:00:00Z The Post Office scheme is being extended and offered to all banks, building societies and credit unions. Ask-a-friend cash access scheme extended 2020-04-12T04:00:00Z Bonds issued by banks, building societies and insurers will not be eligible. Bank of England doubles size of corporate bond purchase program 2020-04-02T04:00:00Z Negative interest rates pose a particular challenge to building societies, which hold around £1 of every £5 in British savings accounts. Could you have to pay your bank to save money? 2020-05-24T04:00:00Z Some banks and building societies are creating online application forms for this. Bank branches close as virus affects access 2020-03-24T04:00:00Z It argues that the statue will “disturb the view” of a neighbouring listed building, a 1930s building society branch. First Lenin statue in western Germany to be erected after heated battle 2020-03-06T05:00:00Z He went on to run a small building society, commuting to the City of London from Surrey. Joanna Trollope on families, fiction and feminism: ‘Society still expects women to do all the caring’ 2020-03-02T05:00:00Z On Tuesday, the Nationwide building society launches a scheme offering customers the chance of a £100 reward for stashing cash away every month. Regular savers tempted with cash prizes 2020-02-17T05:00:00Z “For me, sustainability is about building societies that are conscious and clever about how they use the resources of our world,” Andreicheva said. Oscars 2020: Stars step out in sustainable looks by Louis Vuitton and Laura Basci 2020-02-09T05:00:00Z This time it is a building society, the Newcastle. A new bank branch opening! What's going on? 2020-02-08T05:00:00Z House prices were up by 0.5% in January compared with the previous month, the building society said. UK house price growth 'at 14-month high' 2020-01-29T05:00:00Z Banks and building societies will no longer be allowed to charge higher prices for unarranged overdrafts than for arranged overdrafts. Lloyds joins crowd with new 40% overdraft rates 2020-01-22T05:00:00Z "Millions of people are struggling financially and as a building society, we are looking at how we can help them become financially stable," said Tom Riley, Nationwide's director of savings. Regular savers tempted with cash prizes 2020-02-17T05:00:00Z The Financial Conduct Authority, the City watchdog, is planning to shake up the "dysfunctional" overdraft market, by stopping banks and building societies from charging higher prices for unarranged overdrafts than for arranged overdrafts. Santander cuts rate on flagship current account 2020-01-14T05:00:00Z There were 3,372 closures by banks and building societies in the four years to the end of 2019, according to consumer group Which?. A new bank branch opening! What's going on? 2020-02-08T05:00:00Z That increases to nearly a decade in the South of England, and around 15 years in London, the building society said. House price rise 'over 1% for first time in a year' 2020-01-03T05:00:00Z He now calls in for meals at several places round the village including the pubs, a florist and the building society. Village cat 'king' stars in charity calendar 2019-12-21T05:00:00Z Quentin Gibbs, a 75-year-old former building society manager, predicts the contest will be close, but he says Johnson is a formidable campaigner who will probably overcome his more inexperienced rival. On his home turf, UK PM Johnson fights for his political future 2019-10-31T04:00:00Z In the equivalent period three years ago, the average property price rose by £9,100, the building society's data shows. Typical home '£800 pricier than a year ago' 2019-10-29T04:00:00Z The Link fund is financed by its bank and building society members. 'Request an ATM' service to be launched 2019-10-01T04:00:00Z But the building society's figures show that raising a deposit remains a significant hurdle. House price rise 'over 1% for first time in a year' 2020-01-03T05:00:00Z The Wilbur calendar is being sold at a building society in the village to raise money for a new scout hut roof. Village cat 'king' stars in charity calendar 2019-12-21T05:00:00Z The building society also said that prices fell by 0.2% compared with August, according to figures based on its own mortgage data. House price growth 'almost ground to a halt' 2019-10-01T04:00:00Z Thousands of Nationwide's overdraft customers are being refunded £6m after the building society failed to send them the correct text warnings. Nationwide customers refunded £6m in charges 2019-08-08T04:00:00Z The Hanley is one of just 43 building societies left from the hundreds that sprung up in Britain in the late 18th century. In Brexit Britain, battling home lenders chase risk and pensioners 2019-07-04T04:00:00Z The building society, which draws the figures from its own mortgage data, said that house prices rose by 0.1% in December compared with the previous month. House price rise 'over 1% for first time in a year' 2020-01-03T05:00:00Z His 10th birthday is set to be marked with parties at two of his favourite haunts - a pub and a building society. Purr-thday celebrations for village cat 2019-06-21T04:00:00Z Banks and building societies will no longer be allowed to charge fixed daily or monthly fees for overdrafts. Bank overdraft fees in major shake-up 2019-06-07T04:00:00Z The building society apologised and said the wording was corrected in November 2018, while additional controls would ensure this did not happen again. Nationwide customers refunded £6m in charges 2019-08-08T04:00:00Z The building society said it was disappointed by Fitch’s action. In Brexit Britain, battling home lenders chase risk and pensioners 2019-07-04T04:00:00Z House prices in May fell 0.2% from April in what Nationwide building society described as a subdued market. House prices slip in May in subdued market 2019-05-31T04:00:00Z But the building society said that annual house price rises in Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales meant the UK average was still growing. First house price fall in England since 2012 2019-03-29T04:00:00Z Certificates might be needed to prove a death to a life assurance company, or send to banks, building societies and investment firms. Death certificate price to rise sharply 2019-02-14T05:00:00Z Prices grew by just 0.1% from a year earlier, the building society said, down from a rate of 0.5% in December. House price growth 'stagnates' 2019-01-31T05:00:00Z The building society said the Yorkshire and Humberside area saw annual house price growth of 5.8% in the third quarter of the year - the biggest regional rise in the UK. Where have all the 'for sale' signs gone? 2018-10-05T04:00:00Z They are expected to be subject to enhanced due diligence by banks, building societies and estate agents. Arrests expose money laundering failing 2018-09-19T04:00:00Z Based on its own lending data, the building society said UK house prices in March were up 0.7% from the same month a year earlier. First house price fall in England since 2012 2019-03-29T04:00:00Z The same may be true this time, with banks and building societies relatively choosy about which accounts and what level of savings will receive a better return. Your interest rate questions answered 2018-08-02T04:00:00Z It uses its key interest rate, known as the Bank rate or base rate, which is the reference point for how much banks and building societies pay savers and charge borrowers in interest. What the interest rate rise means for you 2018-08-02T04:00:00Z Sir Dave Ramsden, one of the Bank's deputy governors, warned savers "never" to expect banks and building societies to fully pass on rate rises. Will the Bank of England raise rates? 2018-08-01T04:00:00Z The FCA said it was concerned that savers who stayed with the same bank or building society for a long time got poor returns on their money. Savers: 'Don't expect too much' 2018-08-01T04:00:00Z The FCA said it was concerned that savers who stay with the same bank or building society for a long time get poor returns on their money. FCA suggests 'basic savings rate' 2018-07-25T04:00:00Z In 1991 she joined the legal department of the Bradford & Bingley building society, but the busy lifestyle didn't suit family life. The polio survivor who became a healthcare boss 2018-07-08T04:00:00Z But it depends on the extent to which banks and building societies want to increase their deposits. What the interest rate rise means for you 2018-08-02T04:00:00Z The FCA collected information from 45 firms across the range of the market, including major banks, small retail banks, building societies, specialist lenders and new digital banks. FCA boss: 'No such thing as free banking' 2018-06-27T04:00:00Z The building society said that house prices were down 1.9% in the capital over that period - the only area of the UK that recorded a fall. Housing market lull drags on into summer 2018-06-27T04:00:00Z He said customers who do not shop around for higher rates should be treated fairly by their banks or building societies. FCA suggests 'basic savings rate' 2018-07-25T04:00:00Z The financial crisis massively reduced the choices available to British customers, as weaker banks and building societies were forced to merge with stronger rivals. Customer choice under threat at Britain's banks 2018-05-22T04:00:00Z Civilizations This new series co-produced by England's BBC covers the history of art and the impact that creative works have had on building societies. Tuesday's TV highlights: 'Civilizations' and more 2018-04-16T04:00:00Z Annual house price growth remained subdued in March, according to the Nationwide building society. House price growth 'subdued in March' 2018-03-29T04:00:00Z The building society said average UK property prices in February were 0.3% down on the previous month. First house price fall for six months 2018-03-01T05:00:00Z Officially, any bank, building society or retailer is within their rights to refuse an old paper £10 note from Friday. Old £10 notes out, new 10p coins in 2018-02-28T05:00:00Z According to the Bank of England £127bn has been lent to banks and building societies over the last two years with rock bottom interest rates, close to the base rate. Customer choice under threat at Britain's banks 2018-05-22T04:00:00Z One issue the Commission will examine is why some banks and building societies appear to be reluctant to lend on commonhold properties. Home ownership measure 'not taken off' 2018-02-21T05:00:00Z Taif TV says it is the first channel of its kind and aims to "shed light on Palestinian women as an integral part of the social fabric, and the role of women in building society". Gaza women's TV channel blocked by Hamas 2018-02-19T05:00:00Z Link - which manages the network - wants to reduce the amount it charges banks and building societies to use its machines. ATM shake-up 'risks mass closures' 2018-01-18T05:00:00Z The Nationwide building society was given a last-minute extension to prepare for an overhaul in banking competition. Nationwide delays Open Banking launch 2018-01-15T05:00:00Z A further £330m in cash from dormant bank and building society accounts is to be spent on good causes in the UK. Dormant account cash to help homeless 2018-01-03T05:00:00Z Use of some other words and expressions in a company or business name could be a criminal offence, including architect, building society, credit union, physician, social worker, solicitor and surgeon. 'Offensive' company names rejected 2018-01-02T05:00:00Z A new set of EU rules will require banks, building societies and other financial providers to let customers easily and securely share this financial data with other banks and other regulated financial businesses. Why banks share your financial secrets 2017-12-08T05:00:00Z The Nationwide, the UK's biggest building society, said that UK house prices rose by 2.5% in the year to the end of November. Stamp duty change 'to have little impact' 2017-11-30T05:00:00Z Stanley looked into banking with a large building society but discovered that “it was owned by a bigger bank we weren’t keen on”. 'We've been badly served by banks': the small firms seeking ethical banking 2017-11-20T05:00:00Z Are banks and building societies ripping us all off? Why hasn't my savings rate gone up yet? 2017-11-03T04:00:00Z Sullivan himself worked in several factories, a building society and managed a sports trophy shop. The man who broke rugby's racial barrier 2017-10-26T04:00:00Z Monthly mortgage payments are based on the figures calculated by the Bank of England from rates currently being offered by banks and building societies. Where can I afford to live? 2017-10-11T04:00:00Z It follows on from rules passed in 2014 intended to check the immigration status of anyone opening a new bank or building society account. Banks to carry out immigration checks 2017-09-21T04:00:00Z The January implementation of the quarterly checks on the current accounts operated by every bank and building society in Britain are part of Immigration Act 2016 measures to create a hostile environment for illegal migrants. UK banks to check 70m bank accounts in search for illegal immigrants 2017-09-21T04:00:00Z While Thomas More sought to use his imagined cities to raise questions and inspire new ways of building society, Musk is looking to put shovels – and tunnel boring machines – in the ground. Is Elon Musk's plan for a road network beneath LA more than a pipe dream? 2017-09-04T04:00:00Z A spokesman for the building society said it expected its buy-to-let lending to remain "broadly flat". Nationwide mortgage lending hit by fall in buy-to-let loans - BBC News 2017-08-11T04:00:00Z George recalled asking the manager of a building society for a loan: What to Know About the 1967 Law Seen as a Milestone for Gay Rights in Britain 2017-06-21T04:00:00Z It added that nearly one in five people switching their accounts became customers of the building society. Nationwide profits hit by low interest rates - BBC News 2017-05-23T04:00:00Z “We believe in building society and seeing humans thrive.” Church-turned-nightclub makes comeback as worship site 2017-05-17T04:00:00Z The building society said prices dropped 0.4% in April, and the annual rate of price growth slowed to 2.6%, the weakest pace for almost four years. House prices fell again in April, Nationwide says - BBC News 2017-04-28T04:00:00Z The building society also said more people opened a current account with it during the three-month period than with any other provider. Nationwide mortgage lending hit by fall in buy-to-let loans - BBC News 2017-08-11T04:00:00Z Its banking arm was rescued by US hedge funds after the disastrous takeover of the Britannia building society. Markets slide after Federal Reserve surprise and ahead of Trump China meeting - business live 2017-04-06T04:00:00Z That was down from a 4.5% annual growth rate in February, and was the slowest annual increase since August 2015, according to the building society. House price growth slowed in March, Nationwide says - BBC News 2017-03-31T04:00:00Z The bank has been riddled with problems since its disastrous takeover of Britannia building society in 2009, which saddled it with bad loans. Wall Street’s love affair with Trump cools as healthcare bill sows welcome doubts 2017-03-26T04:00:00Z The plan is to train every single front-facing employee of banks, building societies and Post Offices. Bank staff trained to spot cash scams as they take place - BBC News 2017-03-04T05:00:00Z The Independent Dormant Assets Commission was set up in 2015 to look at whether the current dormant asset scheme covering unused bank and building society accounts should be expanded. Charities set for £2bn funding from dormant accounts - BBC News 2017-03-03T05:00:00Z It was announced at the end of last month that all current accounts with the Norwich and Peterborough building society will be closed by the end of August. Regret over building society current account axe - BBC News 2017-02-05T05:00:00Z The Link network operates 70,000 ATMs in the UK, with 39 members including banks and building societies. Free cash machine network under scrutiny - BBC News 2017-01-26T05:00:00Z Could there be a return to the dark days of the the 1980s when banks and building societies didn't work together and people had to use one of their own provider's machines? Bank cost-cutting threatens free cash machines - BBC News 2017-01-19T05:00:00Z The idea is to prevent banks and building societies luring potential savers with introductory offers then penalising them for loyalty if they subsequently fail to switch accounts. Lower-paid 'must get help to save' - BBC News 2017-01-12T05:00:00Z A 8.30am, the Halifax building society publishes its house price figures, which will show if the sector slowed in December. Pound hit by Brexit fears as FTSE 100 touches fresh record high – business live 2017-01-09T05:00:00Z Regarding branch closures, he said that a regional building society was not immune to the advance of digital banking. Regret over building society current account axe - BBC News 2017-02-05T05:00:00Z But around 30 banks or building societies now offer similar high loan-to-value loans, so the Bank of England declared in September that the scheme is no longer necessary. Help to Buy loan guarantee scheme comes to an end - BBC News 2016-12-29T05:00:00Z The building society said house price growth of "around 2%" was "more likely than a decline". House price growth stable in 2016, says Nationwide - BBC News 2016-12-29T05:00:00Z The building society said the housing market was likely to weaken in 2017, which, combined with falling affordability would lead to fewer house sales. House price growth 'to slow in 2017' - BBC News 2016-12-28T05:00:00Z According to the Nationwide building society, people on average spend roughly half their monthly pay on Christmas. Dreaming of a frugal Christmas? Meet the people who’ve stopped shopping 2016-12-12T05:00:00Z Profits at the UK's biggest building society fell to £696m for the six months to 30 September, down from £802m a year earlier. Nationwide profits hit by low interest rate environment - BBC News 2016-11-18T05:00:00Z Four days later Wheatley, who had 23 previous convictions for robbery, two for attempted robbery and 18 for related firearms offences, raided a Surrey building society, making off with £18,350. High-profile UK prison escapes - BBC News 2016-11-08T05:00:00Z The figures do not include lending by UK building societies, which account for about a third of mortgage borrowing. Mortgage approvals at 19 month low, but consumer credit soars - BBC News 2016-09-26T04:00:00Z The biggest drop in confidence was among finance houses, building societies and investment managers, and less so among banks. Stock markets drop ahead of US presidental debate – business live 2016-09-26T04:00:00Z Earlier this week the UK's biggest building society, the Nationwide, said that the Brexit effect on the property market and house prices could take months to become clear. Brexit Watch: At-a-glance day-by-day summer briefing - BBC News 2016-09-01T04:00:00Z On Tuesday, Bank of England figures indicated the number of mortgages approved by banks and building societies in July was at its lowest for a year and a half. UK house price growth sees slight pick-up, Nationwide says - BBC News 2016-08-31T04:00:00Z The number of mortgages being approved by banks and building societies fell by 5% in July from the month before, according to Bank of England figures. Mortgage approvals fall 5% in July - BBC News 2016-08-30T04:00:00Z The new funding scheme is designed to help banks and building societies which might otherwise struggle to cut their lending rates in line with base rates. Treating the hangover 2016-08-04T04:00:00Z She added with the cost of mortgages dropping for lenders - which benefits some borrowers too - there was less pressure on banks and building societies to attract savers to pay for mortgage lending. Savers braced for 'tougher times' as rate cut considered - BBC News 2016-07-11T04:00:00Z What really counts in determining the interest rates we pay is what it costs the banks and building societies to get hold of the funds to lend to us. How Libor came to be fiddled - BBC News 2016-07-04T04:00:00Z Generally, building societies made fewer cuts than banks over the last six years, Which? said. 'Woeful' interest for Isa customers - BBC News 2016-06-20T04:00:00Z The annual rate of UK house price growth cooled further in May, after slowing the previous month, according to the Nationwide building society. UK house price annual growth rate slowed in May, Nationwide says - BBC News 2016-06-01T04:00:00Z DIY chain Kingfisher and building society Nationwide are both reporting result this morning. Greek crisis: eurozone ministers seek deal on bailout and debt relief - business live 2016-05-24T04:00:00Z The building society reported a profit of £1.04bn a year earlier. Nationwide profits rise to £1.3bn - BBC News 2016-05-24T04:00:00Z The building society said the increase was due to "growing demand", and the limit would be in force from July. Nationwide raises home loan age limit to 85 years - BBC News 2016-05-08T04:00:00Z NS&I defended its decision to cut savings rates, which follows a continuing reduction in returns to savers from banks and building societies over the past seven years. NS&I cuts savings rates and odds of premium bond wins - BBC News 2016-03-29T04:00:00Z All bank and building society accounts; unit trusts; open ended investment companies; investment trusts; credit unions; government and corporate bonds; peer-to-peer lending. New savings allowance to boost income for millions from April - BBC News 2016-03-11T05:00:00Z DIY chain Kingfisher and building society Nationwide are both reporting result this morning. Greek crisis: eurozone ministers seek deal on bailout and debt relief - business live 2016-05-24T04:00:00Z The building society said that prices rose in February at the same rate as in the previous month, but this was sharply slower than December's increase of 0.8%. House price growth steady in February, says Nationwide - BBC News 2016-03-03T05:00:00Z The regulators, the Financial Conduct Authority, said that the new certification rules would apply to anyone engaging in so-called wholesale banking activities at banks, building societies and certain regulated investment firms. High-Speed Traders in Britain Subject to New Accountability Rules 2016-02-04T05:00:00Z Ring-fencing rules would apply to banks and building societies with more than £25 billion in deposits. Bank of England to Require More Buffers for Britain’s Biggest Banks 2016-01-29T05:00:00Z The building society said prices continued to rise in January, but the risks are skewed towards a "modest" acceleration in that trend. Construction lag 'to raise house prices' - BBC News 2016-01-27T05:00:00Z The new rules would apply to banks, building societies and investment firms regulated by the Prudential Regulation Authority, including British units of United States banks and of other financial companies based outside Europe. British Regulator Proposes Additional Rules to Claw Back Banker Bonuses 2016-01-13T05:00:00Z Average house prices grew strongly in December according to the latest survey from building society Nationwide. UK house price growth picks up in December - BBC News 2015-12-30T05:00:00Z The situation is further complicated by the fact that some registered banks and building societies operate under more than one brand. Savers warned about 1 January compensation changes - BBC News 2015-12-23T05:00:00Z Nine High Street banks and building societies in the UK are to launch basic bank accounts which will not charge a fee for missed payments. Nine UK banks launch fee-free accounts - BBC News 2015-12-26T05:00:00Z The jobs with the lowest rates of admitted convictions - after typists - were police officers, clerks, health visitors, driving instructors, taxi drivers, nursery workers, occupational therapists, vets and building society clerks. Building trades dominate for drink- and drug-driving - BBC News 2015-12-16T05:00:00Z The annual check of the health of the financial institutions found that five the seven participating institutions, Barclays, HSBC, Lloyds Banking Group, Santander UK, and the largest building society, Nationwide, showed no capital inadequacies. Britain's major banks pass annual health checks in Bank of England stress test 2015-12-01T05:00:00Z Banks and building societies are unveiling their deals as part of the government-backed scheme which begins on Tuesday. Deals unveiled for new Help to Buy Isa - BBC News 2015-11-27T05:00:00Z Banks and building societies are to simplify mortgage information, to help borrowers find the cheapest deal. Mortgage tariffs to be simplified by lenders - BBC News 2015-11-21T05:00:00Z The rules will apply to large banks, building societies and insurance firms, but they will represent best-practice guidance for smaller companies too. FCA introduces new rules to boost financial whistleblowing - BBC News 2015-10-06T04:00:00Z Many banks and building societies are competing for customers by offering better interest rates or incentives on current accounts, rather than savings accounts. Savers see Isa rates fall to record low - BBC News 2015-09-29T04:00:00Z The Victorians were more imaginative than we are about principles of mutuality—credit unions, building societies, the cooperative movement. The Middle-Class Squeeze 2015-09-25T04:00:00Z The CML represents banks, building societies and other lenders who together undertake around 95% of all residential mortgage lending in the UK. UK mortgage lending back from slump - BBC News 2015-09-17T04:00:00Z The building society said the changes to banking taxes announced in July' Budget would cost the equivalent of the capital needed to support £10bn of lending. Nationwide warns of £300m tax bill - BBC News 2015-08-18T04:00:00Z So if banks and building societies simply pass on this increase in their borrowing costs to customers, mortgage rates would rise by 0.5% next year. Do interest rates need to rise in 2016? - BBC News 2015-08-06T04:00:00Z "Too often banks and building societies offer best buy deals for new customers whilst hoards of loyal savers on the back book are left with long forgotten deals paying next to nothing." Interest rate change text alert for savers - BBC News 2015-07-23T04:00:00Z "More of the banks and building societies are actively targeting their existing customers and offering them new deals," said Aaron Strutt, of mortgage brokers Trinity Financial. UK rents 'most expensive in Europe' at time of cheap mortgages - BBC News 2015-06-24T04:00:00Z The new rules apply to banks, building societies and investment firms regulated by the Prudential Regulation Authority, including British units of American banks and other financial firms based outside Europe. British Regulators Extend Clawback Rules for Bankers’ Pay 2015-06-23T04:00:00Z The new rules - which follow a near-year long consultation - apply to banks, building societies and some investment firms. Regulators launch new rules governing bankers' bonuses - BBC News 2015-06-23T04:00:00Z Most banks and building societies regularly suffer from online banking glitches, such as a problem at Nationwide earlier in the week, despite promoting the increased use of digital banking. RBS criticised for payments failure - BBC News 2015-06-18T04:00:00Z The building society said prices in May were 4.6% higher than a year earlier, down from a rate of 5.2% in April. Annual UK house price growth slowed in May, Nationwide says. - BBC News 2015-06-03T04:00:00Z House prices across the UK are resuming an upward trend, according to the Nationwide building society. UK house prices resume upward trend, says Nationwide - BBC News 2015-04-29T04:00:00Z The tax applies to all banks and building societies that operate in Britain. HSBC to Weigh Moving Headquarters From London 2015-04-24T04:00:00Z Having been concentrated on this market, there are now signals that banks and building societies are casting their net a little wider. Mortgage rates 'getting cheaper' 2015-04-20T04:00:00Z They also paid tribute to police, members of the public and staff from the Principality building society who looked after Olivia after the incident. Family tribute to bus crash officer Sgt Louise Lucas 2015-04-09T04:00:00Z Under its plan, any bank or building society that offered such an ISA would be required to invest the money in housing. Election 2015: Labour plans home building fund for first-time buyers 2015-04-03T04:00:00Z The building society Nationwide will also be tested. Bank of England puts global recession at heart of doomsday scenario 2015-03-30T04:00:00Z Small uncomplicated banks and building societies, very reliant on borrowing and lending rather than fees and revenue from other activities, might not look desperately viable. How low can interest rates go? 2015-03-25T04:00:00Z An important knock-on effect of these changes will be that from next April, banks and building societies will no longer deduct 20% income tax automatically from savings held outside an Isa. New £1,000 tax allowance for savers 2015-03-18T04:00:00Z Police are hunting three masked men who forced their way into a seaside building society building. Police hunt building society raiders 2015-03-05T05:00:00Z Banks and building societies are still dealing relatively swiftly with simple cases. Banks' PPI bill now totals £24.4bn 2015-03-03T05:00:00Z Peer-to-peer lending exposes investors to risk, since borrowers may default on loans, whereas bank and building society savings accounts are risk-free – not least because they benefit from protection from the State-backed Financial Services Compensation Scheme. How P2P Savers Quadrupled Their Returns 2015-02-25T05:00:00Z It is an impressive set of figures from Wales' biggest building society. Principality unveils record profits 2015-02-11T05:00:00Z The government-backed savings products offer people aged over 65 a better interest rate than is available at banks and building societies. More than £1bn of pension bonds sold 2015-01-17T05:00:00Z However, they are not regulated in the same way as bank and building society accounts. Preparing your finances for next Christmas 2015-01-02T05:00:00Z The overall message of the stress test is that banks and building societies are stronger than they were in 2013 when the last test was taken. Co-op Bank fails stress test and Lloyds and RBS remain at risk 2014-12-16T05:00:00Z Eight UK banks and building societies faced the tests. Co-op fails banking stress test 2014-12-16T05:00:00Z Additional profits mean the Principality can conform to the regulations- toughened since the near-financial meltdown - about the cash levels banks and building societies are required to hold and have access to. Principality unveils record profits 2015-02-11T05:00:00Z Britain's biggest building society said that the figure was £13.1bn for the six months to September 30, down £900m from the six months to March 30. Mortgage lending falls at Nationwide 2014-11-25T05:00:00Z But a group of 24 banks and building societies, including Nationwide, Barclays and Santander, says the rules are preventing lenders offering mortgages to anyone who will retire before the loan is repaid. Over 40s 'frozen out' of home loans 2014-11-24T05:00:00Z That would put banks' and building societies' businesses under pressure and leave them with losses of £13bn. Co-op Bank fails stress test and Lloyds and RBS remain at risk 2014-12-16T05:00:00Z That plunged it into the red and triggered a rescue takeover by the Yorkshire building society. Financial adviser fined over Keydata 2014-11-17T05:00:00Z "And if rates do rise we are not sure that savers' rates will rise immediately either, as some banks and building societies will still be funded by the FLS money they borrowed." Will mortgage and savings rates drop? 2014-11-14T05:00:00Z More than half of all ATMs in the UK are now owned by businesses other than banks or building societies. Non-bank operated ATMs on the rise 2014-11-12T05:00:00Z It traded there until 1975 before the premises were sold to a building society. See the pubs that were converted from old bank branches 2014-10-28T04:00:00Z This system moves billions of pounds every day between Britain's main banks and building societies. Claims advice after payment shutdown 2014-10-21T04:00:00Z The hardest hit retailers included clothing stores, mobile phone shops, pawnbrokers, jewellers and building societies. Five stores a week close in Scotland 2014-10-08T04:00:00Z Banks and building societies are also competing for new customers by reducing their mortgage rates. Mortgages 'squeezed in the summer' 2014-10-07T04:00:00Z The Leeds and Yorkshire building societies are presenting them with £1,000 cash rebates, while TSB is giving the borrower £2,500 towards the council tax bill. Free iPads as mortgage war escalates 2014-10-01T04:00:00Z Prices fell by 0.2% between August and September, the building society said. Annual house price growth 'slows' 2014-09-30T04:00:00Z Mortgage brokers reckon that many smaller players, predominantly England-based building societies, will exit the Scottish market, reducing competition and therefore allowing rates to rise. Scottish independence: why are mortgage lenders fretting about yes vote? 2014-09-10T04:00:00Z David Hollingworth, at mortgage broker London & Country, said one of the key issues involved how Scottish mortgages lent by English banks and building societies would be regulated in the event of a yes vote. Scottish independence could create mortgage drought 2014-09-10T04:00:00Z House prices edged up in August, according to the UK's biggest building society, the Nationwide. Nationwide: House prices edge up 2014-08-29T04:00:00Z However, separate figures from the Bank show that net lending to businesses by all banks and building societies, including those not participating in the FLS, was up in the second quarter of the year. Lending to small businesses drops 2014-08-28T04:00:00Z Armed robber Michael Wheatley absconded from the same jail in May and went on to raid a building society in Surrey. Man missing from Skull cracker jail 2014-08-26T04:00:00Z It transformed itself from a building society to bank in the 1990s. Why do we still honour free-market intellectuals? 2014-08-02T04:00:00Z The growth in house prices is starting to moderate, according to the UK's biggest building society, the Nationwide. House price growth moderates in July 2014-07-31T04:00:00Z Principality chief executive Graeme Yortson said the building society decided to sell the estate agency and outsource it surveyors business because it wanted to focus on growing its retail mortgage lending. Estate agency to be sold for £16.5m 2014-07-31T04:00:00Z This is a rate of growth unequalled since the summer of 1987, according to the building society. £125k for Brixton flat – only just room for a single bed 2014-07-10T04:00:00Z The building society said there were "significant variations" across the UK with the south of England continuing to see the strongest growth in house prices. House price growth 'remains strong' 2014-07-02T04:00:00Z But the aim is to make the returns at least as good as easy access accounts at banks or building societies. Why credit unions are not popular 2014-06-13T04:00:00Z Launched in August 2012, the scheme supplied banks and building societies with about £80bn of cheap funds to encourage them to lend. Households braced for first rise in borrowing costs in more than five years 2014-06-13T04:00:00Z He raided a building society while he was on the run. Open prison has 90 inmates on run 2014-06-13T04:00:00Z However, Nationwide building society said there were "tentative signs" that the housing market may be starting to cool. The house price windfall that is seeing Londoners cash in and move out 2014-06-07T04:00:00Z Earlier this week, the Nationwide building society said there signs that price rises were starting to moderate, but it also said house prices were at their highest level since its records began in 1991. Housing demand strong, says Halifax 2014-06-05T04:00:00Z Compare that with current accounts in banks and building societies that now offer 3% or more. Why credit unions are not popular 2014-06-13T04:00:00Z Charlotte Nelson at Moneyfacts said: "Savings rates are at record lows because there is no appetite for savers' money. The banks and building societies haven't utilised their money from Funding for Lending yet." Households braced for first rise in borrowing costs in more than five years 2014-06-13T04:00:00Z UK banks and building societies approved 62,918 mortgage applications in April, the Bank said, the lowest number since July last year. Further fall in mortgage approvals 2014-06-02T04:00:00Z Schemes such as funding for lending and help to buy were the coalition's way of signalling to banks and building societies that they stood ready to underwrite the housing market. Britain's economy is dangerously imbalanced – just look at the London property bubble 2014-06-01T04:00:00Z The Prudential Regulation Authority, part of the UK's central bank, took over regulating banks, building societies and insurers last year. Bank of England head warns insurers 2014-05-22T04:00:00Z Michael Wheatley, 55, was arrested in London following the robbery of a building society in Sunbury in Surrey on Wednesday. 'Skull Cracker' still in custody 2014-05-08T09:14:33Z He was given 13 life sentences in 2002 for a string of raids on banks and building societies. 'Skull Cracker' link to raid probed 2014-05-07T11:56:47Z In 2002 Wheatley, 55, was given 13 life sentences for a string of brutal raids on banks and building societies. 'Skull Cracker' sighted in London 2014-05-06T07:22:35Z Michael Wheatley, 55, was given 13 life sentences at the Old Bailey in 2002 for a string of brutal raids on banks and building societies. 'Skull Cracker' convict on the run 2014-05-04T21:27:09Z The paper says figures from building society Nationwide show values to be increasing at the fastest rate since 2007. Housing 'danger' and Peaches 'pusher' hunt - papers 2014-05-01T23:03:57Z You need a decent credit rating to get one, and the bank or building society needs to be sure you will be able to pay it back. The unlikely debt capital of Britain 2014-04-23T23:09:32Z An estimated £8bn is owed to banks and building societies through overdrafts. Overdrafts 'complex and poor value' 2014-04-10T12:10:05Z Lewis believes you shouldn't restrict your mortgage research to the internet or through your bank or building society. House buying: estate agents' tips 2014-04-08T16:15:23Z He raided 13 building societies and banks over 10 months in 2001 and 2002, starting just three weeks after he was released on parole from a 27-year sentence for other robberies. 'Skull Cracker' convict on the run 2014-05-04T21:27:09Z He produced advertising images for oil companies and building societies, as well as propaganda posters for the government during World War Two. Stamps honour 10 greats born in 1914 2014-03-24T00:31:20Z The Payments Council said that the Nationwide building society would also join, in 2015, and that Metro Bank and Ulster bank were planning to join too. New mobile payment plan gathers pace 2014-03-10T10:44:23Z Figures from the Nationwide building society indicating that UK house prices are rising at their fastest rate for four years is the lead story for the Daily Express. Papers see Russian 'invasion' of Ukraine 2014-02-28T23:37:56Z The building society - the largest in Wales and the sixth biggest UK-wide - said its overall mortgage lending was up by 10.7% last year, taking it to an all-time high of £1.1bn. Estate agency hails housing recovery 2014-02-26T08:53:30Z It is the latest in a number of problems for the Nationwide, which is the UK's largest building society with four million customers. Nationwide says card problems fixed 2014-02-21T17:07:03Z Those eligible for a refund will be contacted automatically by their building society. Yorkshire in £8.4m mortgage refund 2014-02-17T11:24:54Z Bank or building society account holders will first need to register their mobile phone number and the relevant account they want to use. New mobile payment plan gathers pace 2014-03-10T10:44:23Z However, James Jones, of credit reference agency Experian, said that banks and building societies would not register the payment as missed in these cases, so a credit history would be unaffected. Financial support for the flood-hit 2014-02-13T13:48:58Z The building society said first-time buyer activity was continuing to recover. House prices 'up by 0.7% in January' 2014-01-29T07:30:12Z FLS enabled banks and building societies to borrow money at low rates, providing they lent it on to members of the public, or to businesses. Home loans in 2013 'half their peak' 2014-01-21T10:26:25Z Under the scheme, banks and building societies were allowed to borrow money cheaply from the Bank of England, as long as they then loaned that money to individuals or businesses. Banks not lending enough, say MPs 2014-01-21T10:43:44Z Walsh said Cuna is also talking to building societies, including one of Britain's top 10 mortgage lenders, about offering the facility alongside mortgages. Waiver helps UK credit unions take on payday lenders 2014-01-20T16:22:28Z Under the scheme, banks and building societies were allowed to borrow up to £60bn cheaply from the Bank of England, as long as they then loan that money on. Reconsider Help to Buy, Cable says 2013-12-22T11:50:21Z A man threatened a building society worker with a knife before escaping with a four-figure sum of money. Armed robbery at building society 2013-12-14T14:33:00Z The Big Four accountancy firms are failing to properly question the books of banks and building societies despite being told to raise their game after the financial crisis. PRESS DIGEST- British Business - Dec 13 2013-12-13T01:53:56Z Banks and building societies have begun to relax their mortgage lending standards in an early sign that a bubble may be building in the housing market. PRESS DIGEST- British Business - Dec 11 2013-12-11T01:43:44Z Under the scheme, banks and building societies were allowed to borrow money cheaply from the Bank of England, as long as they then loan that money on. House prices continue rapid rise 2013-12-06T08:30:41Z Under FLS, banks and building societies are allowed to borrow money cheaply from the Bank of England, as long as they then loan that money to individuals or businesses. Bank holds rates at record low 2013-12-05T12:18:49Z Under the scheme, banks and building societies are allowed to borrow money cheaply from the Bank of England, as long as they then loan that money to individuals or businesses. Funding for Lending rises threefold 2013-12-02T09:59:47Z Funding for Lending aimed to provide up to £60bn to banks and building societies so long as that money was lent to businesses and individuals. Mortgage help scheme scaled back 2013-11-28T19:14:18Z "Our fundamental role as a building society is to support, in a responsible and prudent way, as many people as possible achieve their aspirations to buy their own home." Yorkshire stokes mortgage market 2013-11-20T07:04:43Z Most of the UK banks and building societies contacted by the BBC about its findings declined to comment. How UK banks contain cyber-threats 2013-11-20T00:16:55Z Recent figures from Nationwide building society suggest that property prices are rising at an annual rate of 6.5%. Bank holds rates at record low 2013-12-05T12:18:49Z In 2002, it brought together its banking and insurance branches and in 2009, it merged with the Britannia building society - a move that many analysts say has been nothing short of disastrous for the group. Q&A: What is the co-operative movement? 2013-11-19T16:50:00Z The companies using these numbers included many of the UK's leading High Street banks and building societies. Call to cut financial phone charges 2013-11-17T05:48:08Z I question whether such a scheme was ever needed by building societies. Yorkshire stokes mortgage market 2013-11-20T07:04:43Z The building society said it was forced to increase rates, as the funding costs for such mortgages had gone up, and its terms and conditions allowed a change. Landlords threaten action on rates 2013-10-26T11:36:01Z The UK's largest building society said fixed rate deals for those offering a deposit of 10% of a home's value would be cut by 0.3 percentage points. Mortgage competition picking up 2013-10-25T09:51:14Z Under the scheme, the government will offer a guarantee of 15% of the loan to the lender - under certain conditions, and for a fee - to encourage the bank or building society to offer the loan. VIDEO: Second phase of Help to Buy launched 2013-10-08T06:34:09Z The Guardian reports on banks and building societies that are "" as thousands of potential home-owners try to take advantage of the latest phase of the government-backed Help to Buy mortgage scheme. Papers analyse terror raids 2013-10-07T04:35:23Z The building society said that house price growth was accelerating, with an average annual increase of 5% in the UK in September. 'North-South divide' in house prices 2013-09-27T05:59:59Z "Market conditions have changed significantly since these buy-to-let mortgages were taken out, resulting in an increased cost of funding them," a spokesman for the building society told the BBC. Landlords threaten action on rates 2013-10-26T11:36:01Z The building society said that the issue was temporary and advised customers to use branches and cash machines instead. Savings 'disappear' amid web glitch 2013-09-26T08:18:29Z Smaller banks, building societies, credit card providers and personal loan companies were visited by the FCA. Question marks over PPI handling 2013-09-25T14:58:31Z The building society said the move was a "reflection of market conditions". Landlords face tracker mortgage rise 2013-09-23T14:18:41Z Yet once again banks and building societies are trying to encourage their 49 million customers to put aside more spare cash for a time when they might need it. How Bank of England stymied savers 2013-09-20T23:07:35Z The branches that are moving are those of the former Cheltenham & Gloucester building society and of Lloyds TSB Scotland, as well as a cross-section of Lloyds branches in England and Wales. Boss promises 'seamless' TSB launch 2013-09-03T16:00:30Z Nationwide is the biggest building society in the UK. Savings 'disappear' amid web glitch 2013-09-26T08:18:29Z It found in favour of the customer in just 7% of PPI complaints from customers of the Nationwide building society, deciding in many other cases that the policy was not mis-sold. PPI dominates customer complaints 2013-09-02T23:01:07Z Under the scheme, banks and building societies are allowed to borrow money cheaply from the Bank of England, providing they then loan that money to individuals or businesses. Funding scheme 'brings lending rise' 2013-09-02T10:00:39Z Carney announced a widening of a planned relaxation of rules on banks and building societies, on condition they meet new requirements on capital buffers. Carney says rates pressure might trigger more Bank of England stimulus 2013-08-28T12:49:15Z The effect will be to lower total required holdings by £90bn, once all eight major banks and building societies meet the capital threshold. Carney: Recovery measured, not rapid 2013-08-28T12:46:18Z Along with the Nationwide, it is one of just two building societies taking part in the scheme. Bank account switch date announced 2013-08-15T23:01:43Z It said FLS had improved so-called loan-to-value ratios, or the amount that banks and building societies are prepared to lend on any property. Housing pick-up 'spreads across UK' 2013-08-12T23:02:16Z Net lending by the 41 banks and building societies participating in the scheme was up by £1.6bn during the quarter. Funding scheme 'brings lending rise' 2013-09-02T10:00:39Z If property values start falling, the bank or building society may change its mind about lending you as much as they promised when you took out the deposit. The risks of buying a home off-plan 2013-08-02T23:07:07Z For major banks and building societies meeting that threshold, the Bank would reduce the level of required liquid asset holdings, such as cash or government bonds, he said. Carney: Recovery measured, not rapid 2013-08-28T12:46:18Z Average prices rose by 0.8% compared with June, with the building society describing the increase as "robust". House prices 'rise 3.9% in a year' 2013-08-02T06:11:27Z The Principality, which is the sixth largest building society in the UK, said it aimed to increase this amount by 9% a year for the next five years. Largest house sale rise since crisis 2013-07-31T06:00:16Z People don't understand why bank and building society executives are so highly paid simply because there is no adequate explanation. Top bankers have one special skill: convincing us they merit millions 2013-07-27T23:05:24Z Most banks and building societies are happy to lend on off-plan properties, but they usually need you to complete within six months. The risks of buying a home off-plan 2013-08-02T23:07:07Z Such an alliance would be in the tradition of a movement that used to build associations that improved the conditions of our members, such as building societies, banks and burial societies. Labour should join Justin Welby's war on Wonga 2013-07-25T19:17:22Z Like banks and building societies, credit unions are covered by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme, which protects savings up to £85,000. Credit unions v Wonga 2013-07-25T14:39:59Z Council of Mortgage Lenders figures suggest banks and building societies are becoming more willing to lend to borrowers with smaller deposits, with the average loan-to-value taken by new borrowers rising to 83% in May. First-time buyers get £2bn helping hand from parents 2013-07-24T22:01:00Z The Nationwide building society is paying nearly twice that to five managers, and its chairman is convinced that it's barely enough. Top bankers have one special skill: convincing us they merit millions 2013-07-27T23:05:24Z Nationwide building society is also aiming to win new business through a big push of its existing products. Current account switches made easier as banks plan media blitz 2013-07-22T18:31:09Z They are, in effect, a way for building societies to tap the stock market for cash. Co-op's PIBS customers face £500m hit 2013-07-20T05:59:01Z The building society sector, and its supporters, and regulators will all be hoping this is more than some boffin's clever theoretical wheeze, and that these become a reality of the stock market. Nationwide's shares lifeline 2013-07-19T12:56:06Z The government has launched the Help to Buy scheme to assist borrowers with small deposits to buy newbuild schemes, and boosted mortgage lending through its Funding for Lending scheme for banks and building societies. House prices rise across UK for first time since 2008 2013-07-16T12:04:40Z PPI: an atmosphere of 'universal suspicion and distrust' exists among consumers with regard to banks and building societies, the FOS says. Number of PPI complaints continues to soar, says ombudsman 2013-07-16T08:50:23Z But the 30 banks and building societies participating in the project are embarking on last-minute system tests to allow the service to begin on 16 September. Current account switches made easier as banks plan media blitz 2013-07-22T18:31:09Z Nationwide, the largest building society, is the biggest issuer. Co-op's PIBS customers face £500m hit 2013-07-20T05:59:01Z To put it another way, there is no way for building societies to raise additional properly loss-absorbing capital in a hurry. Nationwide's shares lifeline 2013-07-19T12:56:06Z Monthly mortgage payments are based on the figures calculated by the Bank of England based on rates currently being offered by banks and building societies. Where can I afford to live? 2013-07-13T13:09:25Z While the Welcome mortgage, launched by Leeds building society, has been given an approving nod by most experts, some potential borrowers will be asking "What's the catch?" Welcome to the 0% mortgage 2013-07-13T06:01:02Z As the building society has argued, its loan book is dominated by residential mortgages where the average loan-to-value ratio is 60%. Prudential Regulation Authority gets off to a bad start on bank leverage 2013-07-12T19:16:53Z Many arose from toxic loans on the books of Britannia building society which was taken over by the Co-op bank in 2009. Co-op's PIBS customers face £500m hit 2013-07-20T05:59:01Z So in the extreme case where a building society goes bust, their value would be reduced in proportion to the reduction in the rest of the building society's reserves. Nationwide's shares lifeline 2013-07-19T12:56:06Z The auction got money to the banks and building societies that needed it most urgently. How geometry came to the rescue during the banking crisis - video 2013-07-12T11:37:03Z Under FLS, banks and building societies are able to borrow from the Bank of England at cheaper rates, providing they use the money to lend to individuals and businesses. First-time buyer revival continues 2013-07-12T09:51:17Z Leeds building society is offering a mortgage deal with a 'zero' interest rate for the first six months. Leeds building society launches 'zero interest' mortgage deal 2013-07-10T08:25:49Z These schemes include Funding for Lending, under which banks and building societies are able to borrow money cheaply from the Bank of England, as long as they lend it out to individuals and businesses. House prices 'to keep on rising' 2013-07-09T02:29:40Z Which is pricey, given that there is no tax allowance for the building society. Nationwide's shares lifeline 2013-07-19T12:56:06Z Nationwide and Cheshire building societies are under the same umbrella but made heavy weather of a transfer between them. Nationwide left Isa in limbo because of wrong sort code 2013-07-08T06:00:01Z The survey compares with a 1.9% annual increase reported by the Nationwide building society last week. House inflation at 'three year high' 2013-07-04T09:12:57Z The government said it wanted to encourage the growth and proliferation of mutually owned building societies and other financial businesses. Rapid sale of 10% of Lloyds mooted 2013-07-05T12:43:41Z The figures, which follow a report from Nationwide building society showing a 4% rise in house prices in the first half of the year, add to a growing picture of an upturn in buying activity. Mortgage approvals at three-and-a-half-year high 2013-07-01T10:44:27Z That's partly because Funding for Lending has made banks and building societies less reliant on pulling in savers' cash to finance the loans they make. Mortgages, savings, pensions: is it all change for interest rates? 2013-06-29T06:00:35Z CPP sells products such as credit card protection through banks and building societies. CPP takeover talks with founder end 2013-06-28T14:20:28Z During an investigation the FCA found that banks and building societies were failing to cancel CPAs when asked to do so by a customer. Banks obliged to cancel recurring payments 2013-06-28T14:09:24Z London saw the biggest rise in house prices, while Northern Ireland saw the biggest fall UK house prices rose again in June, increasing by 0.3%, according to the Nationwide building society. UK house prices 'gather momentum' 2013-06-28T06:01:50Z In the end, the reality of the bankrupt nature of the Irish banks and building societies dawned. Shock and anger 2013-06-25T13:28:13Z And like traditional banks and building societies, of the successful applicants only 51% are offered the advertised rate, says Rachel Springnall of Moneyfacts.co.uk. Peer to peer lending offers alternative to big bank finance 2013-06-24T06:00:15Z Why were lending decisions evidently so weak, not just at Co-op Bank but also at Britannia, the building society at the heart of the ill-fated bid to create a "super mutual"? The Co-operative Bank bailout is a blow to mutuality 2013-06-22T06:01:25Z Co-op Bank inherited a mountain of bad debts from its merger with Britannia building society. Eight questions the Co-operative Bank needs to answer 2013-06-17T18:05:01Z The rest of the capital may be found by selling off troubled property loans – largely inherited through a tie-up with Britannia building society in 2009 – and the planned disposal of its insurance businesses. Co-operative Bank seals deal with regulators to plug capital shortfall 2013-06-16T18:29:39Z This was the highest number of any bank or building society. Lloyds admits PPI shortcomings 2013-06-11T15:36:01Z "Just because there's a lot of criticism aimed at banks and building societies claiming they aren't lending enough, don't expect these providers to be an easy option," he says. Peer to peer lending offers alternative to big bank finance 2013-06-24T06:00:15Z Postmortems are under way and among other things, it is common knowledge now that the acquisition of the Britannia building society, and with it a series of dodgy loans, was not such a good idea. The Co-operative Bank and the challenge of finding co-op capital 2013-06-13T07:00:02Z Previously, most banks and building societies processed standing orders, direct debits and other pre-arranged payments early in the morning, at the same time as salaries were paid in to accounts. Bounced payments agreement gives bank customers second chance 2013-06-07T12:32:40Z Previously, the building society would allow its borrowers to take out a home loan well beyond retirement, as long as they could prove they were able to afford the monthly repayments. The Key to College Success: Summer 2013-05-24T09:45:01Z Some banks and building societies have increased their loans. Bank lending continues to shrink 2013-06-03T13:56:59Z Under the scheme, banks and building societies are allowed to borrow money cheaply from the Bank of England, providing they pass that money on to individuals or businesses. Banks continue to cut lending 2013-06-03T08:40:19Z Graham Beale, Nationwide's chief executive, said the UK's biggest building society did not need to raise additional capital to meet regulatory demands but wanted to do so for strategic reasons. PRESS DIGEST - British Business - May 23 2013-05-23T00:32:01Z Nationwide’s CEO says the building society is seeking to raise capital for strategic reasons. Nationwide profits leap 56% amid acquisition speculation 2013-05-22T13:25:22Z Police are hunting a gang of teenagers after a building society robbery in north-west London. Teenage gang robs building society 2013-05-19T11:07:50Z Under the scheme, banks and building societies are allowed to borrow money cheaply from the Bank of England, providing they loan that money to individuals or businesses. Bank lending continues to shrink 2013-06-03T13:56:59Z The plan is that banks, building societies, credit unions and other mortgage firms would need to begin collecting the new data from the start of 2015. FCA to collect mortgage borrowers' personal data 2013-05-16T12:26:00Z He oversaw the takeovers of Britannia building society and Somerfield supermarkets, adding to a business spanning funeral homes, groceries and travel agencies. Co-op sell-offs aim to plug a bank-sized hole 2013-05-10T19:01:00Z The monthly figures are in contrast to those from Nationwide building society, which said house prices fell by 0.1% in April, the first fall in seven months. House prices rise in April, says Halifax 2013-05-08T09:22:13Z At the heart of the problem are the country's ultra-conservative banks and building societies. IMF team needs to see UK economy's clouds, not the sunbeam 2013-05-07T22:49:50Z CB, south-west London It's clear from your letter that the building society hasn't exactly covered itself in glory when dealing with this problem. Nationwide failed to act against identity fraudsters 2013-05-06T06:00:07Z However, with an annual increase in property values of 0.9%, the building society said that there was "momentum" in the market. House prices 'alter little in March' 2013-05-01T06:13:56Z Photograph: Linda Nylind for the Guardian fell by 0.1% in April, the first fall in seven months, but they remained higher than they were 12 months previously, according to the UK's biggest building society. House prices fall for first time in seven months 2013-05-01T06:05:01Z Thanks to cheap loans from the government, lenders like the Yorkshire building society are more able to offer longer-term mortgages. Yorkshire's 10-year fixed mortgage signals long-term trend 2013-04-26T11:30:57Z It's not as if its current banking business has been on sparkling form: last month the unit clocked up a loss of £662m, partly as a result of its last acquisition, Britannia building society. Co-op claims over Lloyds deal collapse fail to add up 2013-04-24T12:33:19Z The Treasury's idea is that the fees paid by the lenders, the banks and building societies, would cover any loss. Treasury commitee struggles to hide scorn over Osborne's Help to Buy plan 2013-04-19T23:01:09Z It gives banks and building societies access to cheap funds if they keep or raise lending to households and businesses. Bank of England job will put Carney to the test 2013-04-18T06:34:32Z The move is a return to current account banking by Post Office, which was the home of the state-owned Girobank for two decades until its sale to Alliance & Leicester building society in 1990. Post Office to launch 'value for money' current account 2013-04-13T06:00:29Z This is not the first foray into current account banking by Post Office, which was the home of the state-owned Girobank for two decades until its sale to Alliance & Leicester building society in 1990. Post Office announces plans to launch current account 2013-04-10T23:01:06Z Crosby, a Yorkshireman who once claimed he didn't like City life, wanted to shake up the UK banking industry when he took charge of the Halifax building society in 1999. The rise and fall of James Crosby 2013-04-09T18:10:09Z Loosening of the traditional distinction between banks and building societies that made mortgage loans helped power a housing bubble in the 1980s, Prof. Tomlinson says. Thatcher's Economic Overhauls Still Debated 2013-04-08T20:34:14Z They thought they were the successors of the respectable Victorian Yorkshiremen, who founded the Halifax building society, and the equally prudent founders of the Bank of Scotland. Bankers carry on unabashed, unscathed and unashamed 2013-04-06T23:06:05Z It also has several things that explain its economic success and from which others can learn – our system of apprenticeships, our building societies that help entrepreneurs. Is Germany too powerful for Europe? 2013-03-31T18:00:01Z The new rules apply only to banks, and don't include credit unions and building societies. U.K. Smooths New Banks' Entry 2013-03-26T14:23:07Z In September, the Financial Services Authority told banks and building societies to clean up their act following a review of the sales culture at Britain's biggest financial firms. Lloyds scraps quarterly sales bonuses for bank staff 2013-03-20T10:55:27Z The RBS employee's inaccurate advice is just one example of the misinformation being bandied around by banks and building societies about Isas, according to research from Which? to be published on 22 March. Got an Isa question? Don't ask your bank 2013-03-18T07:00:13Z Lloyds TSB and Nationwide building society, for example, both let existing borrowers transfer a mortgage worth more than the home they are selling to a new property. Trapped in negative equity with nowhere to go 2013-03-10T07:00:44Z Borrowers repaid banks and building societies some 2.425 billion pounds more than they lent in the last three months of 2012, turning around a small rise in lending in August and September. British banks cut lending despite Bank of England largesse 2013-03-04T17:40:55Z Bank of England is considering offering banks and building societies a negative interest rate on their deposits. Bank of England pressed to increase quantitative easing as confidence sags 2013-03-04T08:21:49Z To run an account, Nationwide customers need to pay in at least £1,000 a month - though the building society has also dropped the £5 a month "underfunding charge" for customers who deposited less. Nationwide increases interest rate for FlexDirect current account to 5%Nationwide increases interest rate for FlexDirect current account to 5% 2013-03-01T07:30:02Z Offering banks and building societies a negative interest rate on their deposits would mean charging them to hold their money with the Bank of England. How negative interest rates could affect consumers 2013-02-27T11:06:18Z He says the fact that the markets were expecting it means there should be minimal change in the cost of funding for banks and building societies. How the loss of Britain's triple-A credit rating will affect consumers 2013-02-25T16:05:21Z Leeds building society is unusual in offering savers early access to some of their cash without penalty. Banks unclear over bond withdrawal penalties 2013-02-24T07:01:36Z Is there a building society that only loans for owner occupation rather than funding landlords' investments? Should building societies lend to buy-to-let landlords? 2013-02-22T09:35:15Z With the end of the tax year looming on 5 April, this is normally the time for banks and building societies to be falling over themselves to attract your cash Isa money. Cash Isas: the best of a bad bunch 2013-02-21T09:22:53Z A 1.89% two-year fixed rate from Chelsea building society, launched on 8 February, currently tops the best buys for those wanting a loan equivalent to 60% or less of the value of their . Fixed mortgage rates at 'lowest ever levels' – even for first-time buyers 2013-02-20T14:55:15Z This review shows that customers are not consistently getting the quality of advice on their investments they should expect when visiting an adviser in a bank or building society. Banks accused of giving misleading investment advice 2013-02-13T12:43:36Z The debt burden also included shoring up another toxic financial institution, the Irish Nationwide building society. Ireland secures deal to reduce Anglo Irish Bank debt repayments 2013-02-07T20:11:36Z It's not difficult to understand why building societies are so keen to offer buy-to-let: loans to landlords usually earn the society a higher fee than loans to first-time buyers and are regarded as lower risk. Should building societies lend to buy-to-let landlords? 2013-02-22T09:35:15Z Mutual lenders such as building societies are likely to continue to play a prominent role in the mortgage market in 2013. Mortgage lending ends 2012 on a high 2013-01-30T11:49:53Z The Principality has created 100 jobs and made a profit of £25m in 2012 Wales' biggest building society has set out plans to increase mortgage lending by 50% over the next five years. Mortgage lending set to increase 2013-01-30T07:01:39Z Meanwhile, some of the bank and building society sales material "undervalued cash deposits and made investments appear more attractive". Banks accused of giving misleading investment advice 2013-02-13T12:43:36Z He is also concerned that not all the banks and building societies are taking part in the scheme. Funding for Lending: Is it working yet? 2013-01-22T16:26:22Z One is the concentration of power in the banking sector and the concomitant loss of the local building societies. A 1930s-style building boom could bring back growth 2013-01-20T14:17:49Z Although once niche products, offset mortgages are now widely available from a broad range of lenders, including First Direct, Woolwich, Accord and Yorkshire building society. Off-set mortgages – an alternative to savings? 2013-01-20T07:01:48Z In recent years mutual building societies have been seen as safe havens after the recent scandals surrounding the banking industry. Mortgage lending set to increase 2013-01-30T07:01:39Z "Banks and building societies simply do not need to raise a lot of money from savers at the moment primarily because of the Funding For Lending scheme." Interest rate on best-buy Isa drops below 3% 2013-01-16T17:56:01Z The slight easing of tensions in the eurozone means banks and building societies are more willing to lend money to one another, lowering costs in the mortgage market. Mortgage rates fall to lowest ever levels 2013-01-11T13:19:53Z The street was later extended and a building society moved into 219-229 Baker Street. 7 questions on blue plaques 2013-01-09T13:34:33Z The scheme involves offering up to £60bn in cheap money to banks and building societies, in the expectation that they lend it to people and businesses and avert any further slowdown in the wider economy. Is the mortgage freeze about to thaw? 2013-01-07T23:43:54Z This meant empty shopfronts that once contained banks and building societies could be converted into betting shops without any planning permission. High-stakes gambling machines 'suck money from poorest communities' 2013-01-04T20:01:07Z The levy does not affect smaller banks and building societies, and certain items are exempt, including ordinary deposits covered by the UK's deposit insurance scheme. Banking reform: What has changed since the crisis? 2012-12-21T15:46:33Z It predicts that activity will be boosted by the government's Funding for Lending Scheme, which channels cheap funds to banks and building societies. Mortgage lenders predict pick-up 2012-12-20T11:25:19Z Virgin Money is thought to be among those to have expressed an interest in branches, along with the venture capitalists JC Flowers, Nationwide building society and the private equity company AnaCap. £8m NBNK stake snapped up by US private-equity tycoon 2012-12-13T19:55:51Z Two of the biggest lenders are the Halifax, part of the Lloyds Banking Group, and the Nationwide building society. Is the mortgage freeze about to thaw? 2013-01-07T23:43:54Z The directors of the building society plan to resign when the merger takes effect. Building societies set to merge 2012-12-13T12:59:01Z They earn more than they would expect to get from a bank or building society savings account, although without the absolute guarantee that their money will be returned. Traders in line for savers' funds 2012-12-12T13:37:31Z Britain's biggest building society has revealed it is responsible for almost one in five of all new mortgages being granted to first-time buyers. First-time buyer mortgage rates fall 2012-11-30T23:01:37Z Lord Stevenson, chairman of the former building society for a decade, will appear on Tuesday. HBOS executives face MPs over bank meltdown 2012-11-28T12:04:54Z She says it is often building societies which are more sympathetic to lending money to self-builders. Self-builders keen to spread the word 2012-11-24T00:01:47Z A host of building societies merged following the banking crisis, including mergers of the Yorkshire and Barnsley building societies. Building societies set to merge 2012-12-13T12:59:01Z The poor state of bank and building society finances was also the primary reason for rejecting a cut in base , the minutes said. Bank of England split on QE 2012-11-21T15:25:35Z For those who don't want an account with a bonus, the best is from Saffron building society, paying 2.5% gross/AER. Borrowing bonanza: there's never been a better time to take out a loan 2012-11-11T00:06:03Z If Nationwide bought the branches, it would be the first significant foray into banking for small and medium-sized businesses by a building society. Nationwide link to RBS branches 2012-10-22T15:38:49Z Junior cash Isas are available from most banks and building societies. Junior Isas: Have they been a success? 2012-10-16T23:01:15Z It is really marked how many people wear the strip even on non-match days; I've never seen such a high density of people walking round advertising the same defunct building society. Wonga's Newcastle United link has high interest rate – for wrong reasons 2012-10-12T18:35:59Z The former's savings business is now operated by Yorkshire building society, while the latter no longer markets accounts. What will the Barclays takeover mean for ING Direct customers? 2012-10-09T09:58:56Z Half of the 1,560 businesses questioned said they mistrust banks and building societies, while 38% said they trust them less than a year ago. Businesses 'lack trust' in banks 2012-10-07T23:03:01Z The building society would not be the only bidder. Nationwide link to RBS branches 2012-10-22T15:38:49Z Photograph: Yui Mok/PA The number of homebuyer mortgages approved in August remained unchanged, despite the launch of a Funding for Lending scheme designed to encourage banks and building societies to offer more loans. Funding for Lending fails to ignite mortgage borrowing 2012-10-01T11:03:40Z Paul Fisher, the Bank of England's executive director for markets, said that a "significant number" of other banks and building societies were close to signing up. Banks sign up to lending scheme 2012-09-25T14:37:19Z People like me are our banks and building societies. Northern Rock 'lessons to learn' 2012-09-13T04:49:46Z Banks and building societies remain the main source of finance for firms. Businesses 'lack trust' in banks 2012-10-07T23:03:01Z Banks, building societies and insurance companies often pay staff sales commission The UK's financial watchdog will call for a clampdown later on commissions paid for selling insurance, loans and bank accounts. FSA demands commission clampdown 2012-09-04T23:57:40Z It is offering ultra-cheap funds to banks and building societies, on condition that the money is then lent on to personal and commercial borrowers. Mortgage lending rebounds in July 2012-08-20T10:21:19Z Nationwide building society is a case in point. Co-ops are doing Britain proud, but is it mutual? 2012-08-08T16:53:17Z Local building societies are often willing to lend to those who larger lenders will no longer consider. Building society mortgages: a small step towards homeownership 2012-08-08T08:13:16Z Under the Funding for Lending initiative, the Bank of England is initially expected to lend about £80bn at below-market rates to banks and building societies. Bank 'to cut growth forecasts' 2012-08-08T03:41:19Z It is common practice for bank, building society and insurance company staff to be incentivised to sell products and policies. FSA demands commission clampdown 2012-09-04T23:57:40Z Under the Funding for Lending initiative, the Bank of England will lend money at below market rates to banks and building societies. Savers warned to lock away their money 2012-08-04T21:59:02Z By the late 80s – now called Nationwide Anglia – it had become the world's largest mutual building society, having refused to follow the example of many of its rivals and become a bank. Co-ops are doing Britain proud, but is it mutual? 2012-08-08T16:53:17Z The building society, which serves the east of England, offers a 95% mortgage to local people keen to get on to the property ladder. Building society mortgages: a small step towards homeownership 2012-08-08T08:13:16Z This is due to falling "swap rates" – the price at which banks and building societies lend to each other. Mortgage rate war rages as banks court the 'lowest-risk' borrowers 2012-08-03T22:00:45Z The average borrower with one of the bigger banks and building societies has approximately 50% equity in their property, so there is huge scope for borrowers to remortgage to one of the new rates. Fixed-rate mortgages at less than 3% 2012-08-02T23:31:02Z Despite this the building society proffered an optimistic view on the figures. House prices hit by sharpest drop since 2009 2012-08-01T09:11:50Z New legislation meant that employers transferring shares to employees would no longer have to wait six years to receive tax relief, and it also helped protect building societies against pressures to demutualise. Co-ops are doing Britain proud, but is it mutual? 2012-08-08T16:53:17Z Photograph: Alamy Think about getting a mortgage and your thoughts may turn to the big banks and building societies. Building society mortgages: a small step towards homeownership 2012-08-08T08:13:16Z The Funding for Lending scheme has also been criticised for not forcing banks and building societies to ensure the money will go to those who need it most. Mortgage rate war rages as banks court the 'lowest-risk' borrowers 2012-08-03T22:00:45Z "If you look at all the building societies who coverted into banks during the 1980s, they all died in the credit crisis because they didn't know how to be banks," he said. Negative banks views help society 2012-08-01T07:03:10Z Banks and building societies are cutting mortgage rates ahead of receiving funding from the government’s Funding For Lending scheme. Mortgage price war breaks out on high street 2012-07-31T16:36:04Z The FSA is also considering whether to order banks and building societies to proactively warn people that they are approaching the age limit on insurance in packaged accounts. Bank account sales face scrutiny 2012-07-27T11:04:07Z One major factor helping to bring mortgage rates down are low "swap rates" – the price at which banks and building societies lend to each other – falling to historic lows. June house prices show small rise 2012-07-27T12:47:16Z However, it is also considering whether to order banks and building societies to proactively warn people that they are approaching the age limit on insurance. New rules on packaged accounts 2012-07-27T10:23:09Z But Mr Skinner said talk of mass defections of customers from banks to building societies would be overstating the matter. Negative banks views help society 2012-08-01T07:03:10Z Others have joined in too, with Barclays, Nationwide, First Direct and Leeds building society all cutting the rates on their fixed- and tracker -rate mortgages by up to 0.5 percentage points. Mortgage price war breaks out on high street 2012-07-31T16:36:04Z |
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