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Self-employed workers twice as likely to be rejected for a mortgage – here’s what you can do to boost your chances
If you’re one of the more than 4 million self-employed workers in the UK, you might enjoy many benefits. However, when it comes to getting a mortgage, self-employment can sometimes feel...
Guide: 10 straightforward DIY jobs around the house
If you want to tackle some projects in your home, this guide covers 10 common DIY tasks that you should be able to manage around the house, including...
How the UK property market has changed during the Queen’s reign
This month saw the Queen become the first British monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee. Her Majesty’s seven decades on the throne have seen incredible innovation and progress...
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...