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Self-employed mortgages and Covid-19: What you need to know
Since ‘self-certification’ deals are no longer available, business owners now have to prove income and affordability when applying for mortgage finance. And, as a result of the pandemic...
Your opportunity to join the growing Altura team
Since we established Altura in 2019, we’ve grown quickly both in terms of client numbers and reputation. If you’re an experienced, motivated mortgage adviser then we’d love to hear from you.
Does the forecast for interest rates mean it’s time to consider a long-term fixed rate?
With interest rates at record lows, could now be the time to lock into a long-term fixed-rate mortgage? Keep reading for predictions about the interest rate outlook and the pros and cons...
Thinking of moving out of the city after coronavirus? Here’s what to consider
Agents have already seen an increase in the number of potential buyers looking for out of town property, so could an exodus from the city be on the cards?
What’s really happening with UK house prices, before, during and after lockdown
In recent weeks, the coronavirus pandemic has impacted every corner of the UK economy. But just how significant is the impact of the virus likely to be on UK house prices?
Altura nominated for prestigious prize at The British Mortgage Awards
For 15 years, The British Mortgage Awards have celebrated excellence in the intermediary mortgage sector. Each year, nominees and winners have demonstrated outstanding levels...
Food and the lockdown – how our shopping, eating and drinking habits are changing
Have your eating or food shopping habits changed during lockdown? We asked the Altura team how their approach to food has changed in recent weeks.
Remortgage rates fall as lenders remain open for business
As millions of workers are furloughed or work from home, mortgage lenders are very much open for business, and recent Base rate cuts have seen remortgage rates fall...
Great lockdown recommendations from the Altura team
One way to escape is to immerse yourself in a great book, film or TV series. So, to help you sift through the choices available, here are some lockdown recommendations from the Altura team.
5 reasons to remortgage during the coronavirus lockdown
However, the pandemic has offered homeowners an opportunity to save money by remortgaging. The remortgage market is open for business, so here are five reasons to think about a remortgage...