20 Apr 2022
We have listed some of the most common reasons why people are unable to get the mortgages they’ve applied for
12 Apr 2022
To help anyone who is interested in equity release, below we have answered three of the most commonly asked questions.
4 Apr 2022
To help anyone who is interested in equity release, below we have answered three of the most commonly asked questions.
31 Mar 2022
If you’re over 55 years of age and have considerable equity in your home, you may be wondering; ‘can I use equity release to buy a second home?’.
21 Mar 2022
You may have heard of the term ‘equity release’ and simply put, this is the process of releasing some of the money that is tied up in your home.
9 Mar 2022
Purchasing a property and then letting it out to tenants is a great way to earn additional income and the more properties you own, the more you can earn.
4 Mar 2022
Purchasing a property and then letting it out to tenants is a great way to earn additional income and the more properties you own, the more you can earn.
31 Jan 2022
Buying your first home comes with a mixture of emotions. Owning a property is a really exciting prospect, but the practicalities associated with actually buying a property can be quite daunting.
31 Jan 2022
Although there is a huge range of different types of mortgages on the market, one of the most commonly required is a residential mortgage.
20 Jan 2022
Once you have been living in your home for a few years, you may want to consider remortgaging. Switching mortgage providers is actually quite common and there are a number of different reasons why people choose to remortgage
11 Jan 2022
If you’re still trying to get to grips with what a mortgage is, below we have covered all of the basics you need to know before buying a property.
4 Jan 2022
It is important to ensure that you’re aware of your credit score and you’re obtaining a copy of your credit report before applying for a mortgage.
15 Dec 2021
There are actually lots of different land mortgages available, from self-build mortgages and commercial development mortgages to agricultural mortgages.
15 Dec 2021
If you’re wondering what can potentially stop you from getting a good mortgage deal, we have looked into some of the most common factors to be aware of.
1 Dec 2021
Nowadays 100% mortgages, also known as ‘no deposit’ mortgages, are not available and people who are looking to buy a home will require at least a 5% deposit to get a mortgage offer from a lender.
21 Nov 2021
Getting a foot on the property ladder is becoming more and more difficult for people of all ages. Not only is the price of property in many parts of the UK continuing to rise, but the majority of businesses still only pay their employees minimum wage, so many fear that they will never be able to own their own home.
8 Nov 2021
The mortgage that you secured when buying your property may not be the best deal after a few years, especially if your home has gone up in value
If you’re new to buying a home, you may hear lots of familiar phrases that you don’t fully understand. One of these phrases commonly used is ‘the chain’. If you’re unsure what this is and why it’s talked about so much, we explain here.
A gifted deposit is a sum of money given to you by someone else, usually a member of your family. The money you are gifted must be given by way of a gift and not a loan.
There are a few reasons why you might be buying a property with a tenant still in occupation (a sitting tenant).
According to Nationwide Building Society’s latest House Price Index, house prices dropped 0.6% month on month in May – the first monthly decline this year.
19 May 2026
Research from Lloyds identifies the most affordable areas in the UK for first-time buyers to be able to get onto the property ladder.
On Wednesday, 13th May, King Charles delivered his speech at the House of Lords, outlining the government’s plans for the upcoming year.
Here is a summary of the housing and energy/environment points.
From 18th May 2026, Halifax (part of Lloyds Banking Group) is launching a ‘£5k Deposit mortgage’ to help first-time buyers get onto the property ladder sooner.
Homeowners could be faced with paying over £3,000 more per year on their mortgage if the conflict in the Middle East continues, following new analysis from INTEREST from Moneyfacts.
28 Apr 2026
The Renter’s Rights Bill became law at the end of October, which means it has been signed off by the King, and it is now the Renters’ Rights Act. Despite this becoming law, these changes are likely to start changing within the next six months, with the aim of being fully implemented throughout 2026 and into 2027.
28 Apr 2026
Mortgage lenders are starting to recognise their “Green” responsibilities when it comes to the different products they offer.
24 Apr 2026
Recent data from Rightmove shows the most expensive streets in Great Britain, with the majority being situated in the capital.