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Are property taxes damaging the housing market? 3 key points to keep in mind
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.
Why Stamp Duty changes could spark volatility in the 2025 mortgage 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…
Is it worth overpaying on your mortgage this year? 4 important factors to consider
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…
Why are mortgage rates going up if the base rate is coming down?
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…
What is “conveyancing fraud” and how can you stay safe if you’re moving home?
Buying your home is one of life’s most exciting events. It’s likely to be the biggest financial commitment you ever make, and picking up your keys is one of the key milestones you’ll hit in your...
How bridging finance can help you to complete on your dream home
If you’ve ever been through the property-buying process in the UK, you will know that it can sometimes be a frustrating and prolonged experience. Even if you are organised...
Why your estate agent should put your offer forward – whoever your broker is
If you contact an agent and make an offer for a property, you want to know that your bid has been passed on to the vendor. So, what if you found out that the agent hadn’t shared your offer because...
Why waiting and hoping for cheaper mortgage rates could cost you
If you have ever seen an item in a store, spent time thinking about whether it’s right for you, and then gone to complete the purchase only to find out it’s now more expensive, you’ll know...
5 practical ways to get a better deal when buying a property
Buying a property is likely to be the biggest financial commitment you make in your life, so you want to be sure that you’re getting the very best deal that you can...
3 practical ways the “Bank of Family” can help a first-time buyer
“Gifting a deposit is an incredibly kind and generous thing for those who can afford it, but it shouldn’t be a necessary part of the home buying process.” Here are three practical ways...