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5 practical ways to use your property wealth to help a loved one buy a home
As property prices in the UK continue to hit record highs, it’s perhaps no surprise that more and more first-time buyers are seeking help from relatives. Indeed, the most recent research from…
What does the 2024 Budget mean for property and mortgages?
On 30 October 2024, Rachel Reeves delivered Labour’s first Budget in 14 years. Reeves announced several measures that will likely affect the UK mortgage and property market…
Why pricing your home realistically is key to a successful sale
If you’re selling a property, deciding the price is likely to be one of the trickiest decisions you will make. If you market your home at too high a price, you might not generate any interest or sell it...
3 practical ways working with a mortgage broker can get you “in by Christmas”
Vendors have returned from their summer break motivated to sell, while many buyers want to wrap up their purchase and be in their new home in time for the festive celebrations...
What could Capital Gains Tax changes mean for you as a landlord?
If you own a second property or a buy-to-let, or you’re a portfolio landlord, reforms to Capital Gains Tax could significantly increase your tax liability. Read on to find out more...
What would the game Monopoly look like if it was invented today?
According to the BBC, the “slightly bizarre” choice of London streets was based on a flying visit to the capital by one of the firm’s employees back in the mid-1930s. But what would the Monopoly board – and the game – look like if it were invented today?
3 million households face a sharp increase in mortgage repayments
In recent years you won’t have failed to notice a sharp increase in the cost of many goods and services. Whether it’s eating out, your energy bill or your weekly shop, prices have risen significantly...
What is “conveyancing fraud” and how can you stay safe if you’re moving home?
Buying your home is one of life’s most exciting events. It’s likely to be the biggest financial commitment you ever make, and picking up your keys is one of the key milestones you’ll hit in your...
What the general election outcome means for property and mortgages
In a decisive and historic victory, the Labour Party has won the 2024 UK general election with a significant majority. Keir Starmer has become the UK prime minister after 14 years of...
Are 25-year mortgages a thing of the past?
Back in 2005, the average mortgage term in the UK for a first-time buyer was 25 years. The Office for National Statistics says that the average age of a first-time buyer at that time was 30, and most...