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A new tax relief came into force in Scotland on 30th June that will help first-time buyers purchase their first home. 

Homeowners in Scotland are apparently less reliant on their parents for financial assistance in moving up to the second rung of the property ladder than in the rest of the UK, new research has revealed. 

New research from M&S Bank has found that buying with multiple friends or siblings is becoming an increasingly popular option for young, aspiring homeowners. Around 60% of those aged 18-35 said they would consider taking out a mortgage as a group to make home ownership a reality, compared to 26% of people aged over 36. 

Businesses across Europe are reporting a fall in bad debt losses, according to a new report from credit management firm Intrum.