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10 things that will help you get a mortgage you didn't know about
Getting a mortgage is tough right now, so you'll want to maximise your chances with these easy tips from finance experts you may not have heard about
By Anna Cottrell •
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How to buy a house or flat in 2021: a 10 step guide for first-time buyers
Find out how to buy a house and get a place of your very own. Our step-by-step guide has all you need
By Sarah Warwick •
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Lockdown three could be good news for anyone looking to buy a house—Experts reveal why
It's not all bad news for home buyers and sellers during lockdown; here's how the current situation may benefit you, whether you're buying or selling
By Anna Cottrell •
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Housing market forecast: home prices are skyrocketing in the US, but will it continue?
The latest housing market forecast is showing rapid home price growth and huge demand
By Anna Cottrell •
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Will the stamp duty holiday be extended? Here's everything we know
Will the stamp duty holiday be extended beyond the 31 March? Property experts explain.
By Anna Cottrell •
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Elvis Presley honeymoon home looks nothing like what you'd imagine
Take a tour of Elvis's futuristic honeymoon home – we bet you'll be surprised
By Anna Cottrell •
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House prices: our summary of 2020 and predictions for 2021
In this comprehensive guide to house prices, we discuss how to negotiate, as well as what to expect from property prices in 2020 – and 2021
By Anna Cottrell •
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Demand for UK property went up 40% in 2020
The UK property market exploded in 2020; what was behind the boom, and what will 2021 bring?
By Anna Cottrell •
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Want your mortgage approved faster? Your postcode can make a huge difference
Mortgages can take longer to process since the start of the pandemic, but the timeframes vary dramatically between different UK locations
By Anna Cottrell •
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America's most expensive home is on sale – take a sneak peek inside
Feast your eyes on Villa Firenze – the most expensive home ever to go on auction in the US
By Anna Cottrell •
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These are the property features buyers wanted the most in 2020
Coronavirus has transformed the housing market – including what buyers have prioritised during their property search
By Anna Cottrell •
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Single and want to buy a house? These are the cheapest places in the UK for solo buyers
Beat the high house prices by considering these solo buyer friendly locations
By Anna Cottrell •
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Experts say these are the 10 real-estate markets to watch post-Covid
Considering a move? These cities are expected to have some of the strongest post-covid housing markets over the next two years
By Jaclyn Turner •
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Thinking about remortgaging? Here's how to decide if it's worth it right now
Remortgaging can get you a better mortgage deal – but not always. A finance advisor gives his view on how you should decide whether to remortgage or not
By Anna Cottrell •
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Will house prices fall in 2021? Here's what to make of the latest predictions
The latest research is once again predicting a house price crash in 2021; how should buyers and sellers react at this point?
By Anna Cottrell •
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Buying a home? You can negotiate MUCH more than the house price
House prices are the centre of any house sale negotiation, but there's quite a bit more you can haggle over to get the most out of your property purchase
By Anna Cottrell •
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Want a quick house sale? Avoid these Christmas decor faux pas
If you want to sell your home before Christmas, make sure you don't put off potential buyers with your choice of festive decorations
By Anna Cottrell •
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Buyers should stop worrying about stamp duty holiday – here's why
Looking for a property to buy and anxious about not meeting the stamp duty holiday deadline? Here's why you shouldn't worry
By Anna Cottrell •
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A quarter of first-time buyers are now putting down 30% deposits
A tough mortgage market is forcing first-time property buyers to cobble together ever larger deposits; will 30% become the new normal?
By Anna Cottrell •
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Best mortgage rates: find the best mortgage deals
Learn how to find the best mortgage rates, whether it's your first mortgage, or your fifth
By Anna Cottrell •
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This Florida mansion has the Feng Shui factor – with a 100 koi carp pond
Browse this dream home in Florida – it has been renovated according to best Feng Shui practice
By Anna Cottrell •
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Want a quick house sale? These are the top chain-free property hotspots in the UK
Want to ensure a quick house sale in time for the stamp duty holiday deadline? Consider these locations with the most chain-free properties
By Anna Cottrell •
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These are the most expensive houses from your favorite Christmas movies
These are the best-loved homes from the movies we rewatch every Christmas – and their (hefty) price tags
By Anna Cottrell •
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Moving house over Christmas? Here's how to do it (relatively) stress free
Moving house is always stressful, but especially if you're planning to be in your new home by Christmas Day. Here's how to organise your move so that it goes smoothly
By Anna Cottrell •
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UK homebuyers could face £1 billion in stamp duty if house sales don't complete by end of March
Over 300,000 house sales agreed between now and January are at risk of not completing in time for the stamp duty holiday deadline
By Anna Cottrell •
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The UK house price boom will continue into 2021 – here's what this means if you're buying or selling
The UK property boom is showing no signs of abating, and 2021 is unlikely to see a sharp fall in house prices. What does the latest market forecast hold for potential buyers and sellers?
By Anna Cottrell •
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Revealed: the pros and cons all first-time buyer schemes
First-time buyers now excluded from much of the property market by larger deposit requirements are flocking to government property schemes; here's how they compare
By Anna Cottrell •
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The are the top reasons your house is losing value – and how much they cost to fix
If your house isn't selling for the price you were hoping for, it may be time to address any issues that are deterring potential buyers. Here's what they're likely to be – and how much they cost to fix
By Anna Cottrell •
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You shouldn't rush to buy a property right now – here's why
A chartered surveyor advises against rushing into a property buying decision; find out why it may pay to wait
By Anna Cottrell •
