Lending in the UK economy will soon increase, Lord Mandelson has said.

Next month's Budget will see the government using a range of measures to try to help and encourage those wanting to buy property, it has been predicted.

The way stamp duty is charged for those buying residential property for investment should change, it has been argued.

The increase in the number of letting agents in the UK housing market is leading to problems due to the lack of qualifications many have, it has been stated.

Those planning to invest in residential property should look now as the market is starting to pick up, it has been argued.

The Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) should make it a priority to help buy-to-let investors with its newly pledged mortgage lending, it has been stated.

Property investors should not wait for signs that the market has reached its floor before making acquisitions, it has been argued.

Those opting to rent out their homes after being unable to sell them should be aware that not all housing is suitable for this purpose, the Residential Landlords Association (RLA) has warned.

Those considering selling a city centre apartment should look to do so soon, it has been suggested.

The latest Land Registry figures for house prices in England and Wales have shown an overall drop in prices during January 2009.