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Access leading specialist and commercial lending with our brand-new service
To further enhance the service you can access at Altura, we’re delighted to introduce specialist and commercial lending expert Guy Nyirenda – the newest member of the Altura team...
Exciting news from Altura Mortgage Finance
The Arisaig Circle is a group of four companies, of which we are one, all driven by a common goal: To deliver high-quality financial solutions to our clients throughout the world...
Can I rent a room if I have a mortgage – perhaps to a Ukrainian family?
The Russian invasion of Ukraine has not only caused a tragic loss of life, but also a major humanitarian crisis. If you’re thinking of helping by renting a room in your home, here’s what you need to know...
5 practical tips that will boost your credit rating and help you to get the mortgage you need
If you’ve ever applied for a mortgage, a credit card, or a loan, it’s likely that you will have been subject to a credit check. Your credit rating is particularly important when you come to buy a home...
5 valuable things you need to know about cryptocurrency and mortgages
According to This is Money, more than 2 million Brits now hold bitcoin. As crypto becomes more popular, increasing numbers of clients are asking us questions about crypto and mortgages...
3 in 10 landlords unaware of new lettings laws – here’s what you need to know
If you’re a landlord, you will know that the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rules exist to try and make UK homes more energy-efficient. From April 2023, the rules are changing...
Everything you need to know about the 2022 spring statement
Against the backdrop of the continuing war in Ukraine, the chancellor has delivered his spring statement. The war has contributed to uncertainty in the global economy...
How to take advantage of equity release and access the value of your home now
If you have money tied up in your home, and you’d like to take advantage of some of that equity, you’re not alone. Read on to find out more about equity release, and how we can help...
How to benefit from 5-star rated home insurance at a price you’ll love
To ensure all our clients can access high-quality home insurance at a competitive price, we’ve teamed up with award-winning provider Uinsure. Read on to find out more about how we can now help...
How could rising inflation affect your mortgage, or your chances of getting one?
As the cost of living continues to rise in the UK, you may already be feeling the effects of inflation. From household essentials to luxuries, inflation has the potential to affect every area of your life...