Is mortgage advice worth it? We think so. Take the stress out of homebuying with a qualified adviser. Buying a house is one of the biggest financial commitments you can make and, for most of us, a mortgage is an essential way to get there. But the mortgage market can be complex, and the time and [...]
The cost of buying a house: explained We break down seven common costs associated with buying a home. A deposit is the tip of the iceberg when it comes to buying a home. From legal fees and buildings insurance to stamp duty and removals, there’s a host of smaller costs that can rapidly build up if [...]
Do you feel like you have to jump through more hoops when applying for a mortgage just because you’re self-employed? And not sure which way to turn? We’re here to help. We are mortgage advisers and we can help you navigate the self-employed mortgage market and any of the challenges you may face. What is a [...]
How can the Bank of Family support first time buyers? With gifts and loans from the Bank of Mum and Dad totalling a whopping £9.4bn in 2023, it would be one of the UK’s biggest if it was a real bank or lender. Given the clear affordability challenges still facing house buyers – particularly first timers [...]
Budgeting beyond the deposit for first-time buyers According to a recent report from Skipton Building Society, the first step onto the property ladder is the hardest. There’s no question that it can all seem very daunting for first-time buyers who want to purchase their first home. For those saving hard to get a deposit together, it [...]
A first-time buyer’s guide to mortgage rates A glance at the news over the last 12 months or so would suggest that mortgage rates are a very hot topic indeed. For the last 14 years, mortgage rates - the interest rate charged on the money borrowed to purchase a property - have tended to be low, [...]
Why is it harder for first-time buyers to buy in 2025? For first-time buyers in 2025, the property market is in stark contrast to when previous generations bought their first homes. The average first-time buyer in 1960 paid a deposit of just £595 (roughly £12,738 today) compared to an average of £53,424 in 2024. A recent [...]
The cost of moving home Buying a home comes with extra costs and fees you need to be aware of – from securing your mortgage to booking the removal van. In 2024, the average cost of buying or moving house is estimated around £10,255. These costs can be higher or lower depending on where you live, [...]
Credit reports look at your borrowing history and how you’ve managed to pay back any money you’ve borrowed in the past. They’re put together by the three main credit reference agencies in the UK; TransUnion, Equifax and Experian. Every time you borrow and repay money, your credit score builds up in the background based on your [...]
Most of us will borrow money to buy a property at some point in our lives. Whether you’re buying your first home, buying to let or remortgaging, it’s a big commitment. Here are some key facts to help you feel more confident about your financial decisions. The different types of mortgages The types of mortgages vary, [...]
