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Mortgage approvals rose to over 64,000 in June, signalling renewed buyer confidence. Here's what’s driving the recovery—and how you can take advantage.

New FCA rules introduced in July 2025 are making it easier for homeowners to remortgage. Here’s what’s changed and how to take advantage of the improved flexibility.

Earning bonuses or commission? Many lenders will consider them as part of your income, if you know how to present the right paperwork. Here’s how to maximise your mortgage options.

Just started a new job? You may still be eligible for a mortgage. Learn how lenders assess new employment and what you need to apply successfully.

Mortgage options for contractors are improving, but the market remains uneven. Here’s how professionals on non-traditional incomes can secure the right deal.

Lenders have tightened affordability checks in 2025. Learn what they’re looking for and how to boost your chances of getting approved for a mortgage.

The government’s 95% mortgage guarantee scheme ended on 30 June. Here’s what first-time buyers need to know about what’s changed and what options are still available.

The UK's millionaire exodus is reshaping the property and mortgage market, creating both challenges and opportunities for investors and financial professionals.

Helping your child buy a home is a generous move, but it must be done carefully. Here are the safest ways to provide support without putting your own finances at risk.

Green mortgages offer better rates and incentives for energy-efficient homes. Find out how they work, who can qualify, and whether they could benefit your next move.

Interest-only mortgages can ease short-term costs, but repayment mortgages offer more long-term security. Here’s how to choose the right option for your circumstances.

Recent U.S. tariffs have significant implications for the UK mortgage and property markets, influencing interest rates, housing demand, and investment trends.

The UK Spring Statement 2025 introduces key fiscal policies affecting mortgages and the property market, including changes to interest rates, stamp duty, and housing supply initiatives.

With 95% mortgages at a five-year high, first-time buyers have more opportunities to enter the property market. Here’s how parents and grandparents can support their loved ones in securing a home.

Selling your home is a significant financial decision, and making the wrong move can cost you thousands. Here are five costly mistakes to avoid when putting your property on the market.

Worried about upcoming EPC regulations? Learn how to navigate these changes for landlords and discover why improving your property’s energy efficiency could be effective for your investment.

Learn how property taxes could affect your ability to buy a home, influence your buy-to-let investment decisions, and how they might change the future of the housing market.

The UK housing market showed signs of growth in 2024. However, the landscape may be set to evolve with an upcoming Stamp Duty change…

Learn about four key factors to consider when thinking about overpaying on your mortgage, from reduced interest and shorter terms to alternate options for your money…

In November, the Bank of England (BoE) reduced the base rate for the second time in three months. However, you may be surprised to learn that, while the base rate is falling, the cost of mortgages has actually risen in recent weeks…

If you own a second property or a buy-to-let, or you’re a portfolio landlord, reforms to Capital Gains Tax could significantly increase your tax liability. Read on to find out more...

In recent years you won’t have failed to notice a sharp increase in the cost of many goods and services. Whether it’s eating out, your energy bill or your weekly shop, prices have risen significantly...