I know no one here can offer answers, but my bank holiday was spent wondering and hoping...
I reluctantly found myself in a bidding war on what I would call my forever, dream home in Oxford, which I know are rarely available in my budget. I am buying with cash only (health issues - unable to get a mortgage) and nothing to sell.
The other bidder has no chain, but offered up to £5k more than me. I think they are doing 50/50 deposit and mortgage.
Unsure where to go next with this, as I truly cannot afford anymore...but I really want this house! I have been on the hunt for a year, and this house has been on the market for 7 month-ish. Recently reduced, hence the lure.