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Here, you'll find a wealth of informative content designed to empower your mortgage journey. Explore expert insights, industry trends, and practical tips to help you make informed decisions every step of the way.
2023 at Altura – here’s your review of the year
Despite the challenging backdrop, it’s been a year of growth and positivity at Altura. Read on for a summary of all the ways we’ve supported our clients, colleagues, and the community in 2023.
What will happen to interest rates and house prices in 2024?
With interest rates having reached levels last seen before the global financial crisis, this has significantly increased the cost of borrowing for millions of households. Many more will see...
How our mortgage service can boost your employees’ mental health
Keeping employees happy, healthy, and productive is one of the big challenges facing any business. Knowing that they are working with an expert can give them the peace of mind that their finances...
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...
Altura team pack 3,000 books for our charity partners, The Children’s Book Project
You might have read about how we recently teamed up with The Children’s Book Project. The charity seeks to tackle book poverty and give every child the opportunity to own their own book...
Guide: 10 magical life and money lessons you can learn from Disney
On 16 October 1923, brothers Walt and Roy Disney set up Disney Brothers Cartoon Studio to produce films. To mark 100 years of Disney, this guide lists 10 life and money lessons you can learn...
3 reasons working with an expert can help you to save money when mortgage rates are falling
Falling rates are obviously great news if you’re looking to take out a new mortgage. However, as lenders jostle for position in the market, they can often withdraw deals at short notice...
2 ways you could lose out if you take a mortgage deal with your existing lender
If your mortgage deal is coming to an end, speak to us before you commit to a new deal. We can search the market for you and compare the products your existing lender has offered to help...
Could an interest-only mortgage help you to afford your monthly repayments?
If you’re looking for a way to bring down the cost of your home loan, an “interest-only” mortgage could be a practical choice. With many lenders now offering interest-only mortgages...