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How a professional can help you secure a great mortgage deal in an “unfair” market
If you’ve ever found something you want to buy online, only to realise that it has sold out by the time you reach the checkout, you will know how frustrating this can be...
What the recent Capital Gains Tax change means to you as a landlord
If you’ve been a landlord for a while, your tax burden has likely risen in recent years. Since 2020, landlords haven’t been allowed to deduct their mortgage costs from their rental income...
Your Spring Budget update – the key news from the chancellor’s statement
The 2024/25 tax year is just a month away, and chancellor Jeremy Hunt has delivered his 2024 Spring Budget, outlining the government’s plans for the next fiscal year and beyond...
All the winners and losers from the 2024 Spring Budget
With one eye on a forthcoming general election, the chancellor has announced a Budget aimed at generating long-term growth, with “more investment, more jobs, better public services and...
What is a “Dutch-style” mortgage, and could it be right for you?
Over the centuries, the Dutch have also been pioneers in finance, laying the foundations for modern stock markets and introducing the first European banknote. Now, their latest innovation is a...
10 strange things that could affect the value of your home
You’ve likely heard of properties selling for over the odds because of their proximity to a high-performing school or a well-positioned bus stop...
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5 clever reasons to avoid TikTok for mortgage advice
Whether you’re looking for reading inspiration or tips on flower arranging, TikTok will have channels you can follow. So, it’s perhaps no surprise that there has been a rise in content providers...
5 practical things to do if your fixed-rate mortgage is ending
If your fixed-rate mortgage deal is ending shortly, you’re not alone. So, when the time comes, you’ll need to think carefully about how to get the best new deal once your existing fixed rate expires...
2-, 5-, or 10-year fixed rate? Here is everything you need to know before you decide
If you’re buying a new home, or your mortgage deal is expiring and you are shopping around for a new product, a fixed rate might be at the top of your shopping list. However, you will have a choice...