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Mortgage payment holidays ending – what you need to know
Borrowers have until 31 October 2020 to apply for a payment holiday under the blanket scheme, and once your current payment holiday ends you won’t be able to automatically renew it...

UK house prices hit record highs in post-Covid bounce
However, since the government eased lockdown restrictions, there has been a mini housing market boom with UK house prices hitting a new record high. So, what’s happening to house prices?

Why buying a UK property before 31st March 2021 could save you thousands
Between now and the end of March 2021, house buyers will benefit from a reduction in the amount of tax paid on the purchase. Here’s everything you need to know about the Stamp Duty holiday...

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.