Cash-rich companies have lower credit risk and can invest in growth, even when debt-ridden rivals are pulling back.
The FTSE 100 outperformed against its European peers on Thursday, hitting a new high for the third session in a row.
When looking to buy a home that will increase in value, property investors are on the lookout for these features.
Lloyds profits slip as the bank is hit by rising competition in the mortgage market.