We have continued our sponsorship of Maidenhead United FC, as they enjoy their first season in the national League.
Despite a tough first season in the new league, the Magpies have done themselves proud, currently sitting mid-table with some good wins in the bag. Some of the Mortgage Required team recently attended a very cold evening at York Road to watch Maidenhead beat Eastleigh 3-1. We are of course confident that our additional support was the winning ingredient that helped the team to another great win.
The Renters’ Rights Bill represents a significant milestone designed to enhance the rights and protections of tenants in the rental market. This comprehensive bill aims to foster a more balanced and fair rental sector, ensuring that tenants can enjoy greater security and equitable treatment. It is likely to become law in late 2025.
3 days ago
Owning a buy-to-let property in your sole name versus through a limited company each has its own set of advantages and disadvantages.
9 days ago
Data from Rightmove shows that Sunbury-on-Thames in Surrey was the number one house price hotspot in 2024. The prices in this area climbed an impressive 12.5% - increasing from an average price of £527,005 in 2023 to £592,926 in 2024.
12 days ago
On the 31st October 2024 stamp duty for those purchasing additional properties increased by 2% from 3% to 5%.
From 1st April 2025 the threshold will be reducing from £250,000 to £125,000
17 days ago
Research from Metro shows that those who chose to move home didn’t actually move that far away. With a 430g pack of chicken costing on average almost double in London than the rest of the UK, it's no wonder some people are choosing a change of scenery to save a few pennies.
21 days ago
Following recent changes in the Buy to Let market, some investors may find this product less appealing. However, if done correctly, building a buy to let portfolio can be very profitable.
7 Jan 2025
Helping you understand the upcoming changes in stamp duty (SDLT) from April 2025.
UK homebuyers and homeowners are hoping for stability in 2025.
We are hoping that mortgage rates will ease this year, but how drastically depends on inflation trends, swap rates, and the Bank of England’s decisions in which way the base rate should go.