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Mortgages in principle: an expert guide for beginners
What is a mortgage in principle, when should you get one, and how to do it? We answer your questions
By Anna Cottrell •
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No Deal Brexit + house prices: what will happen?
Property experts say London and Northern Ireland would bear the brunt of a no-deal property market slump
By Anna Cottrell •
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Self employed mortgages: a beginner's guide
Are self employed mortgages easy to get? You can find out how to get a mortgage if you're your own boss right here...
By Anna Cottrell •
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Mortgages for first time buyers
Mortgages for first time buyers explained: take that first step to getting a place of your own
By Sarah Warwick •
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These are the top turn offs for home buyers – fix them or lose a sale...
Large cracks in walls and stains on walls, floors and ceilings are named as the major turn offs on house viewings
By Alison Jones •
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Think home ownership is out of your reach? The future could be brighter than it seems...
The average age of becoming a home owner is 36, despite most of us thinking it'll take us until we're over 40 to own a house – and it's not as costly, either
By Anna Cottrell •
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Find the best mortgage deal in September 2019
Looking for the best mortgage deal this September? Whether you're a first-time buyer, remortgaging, or buying a property to let, we know how you can find the best deal
By Anna Cottrell •
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New build homes prices are inflated compared to older homes – you'll be amazed by how much
Looking at buying a flat in a new build home? Prepare to fork out as much as 108% more than for a comparable older property
By Anna Cottrell •
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PPI claim? Today is the deadline to submit a complaint
Think you were mis-sold and need to make a PPI claim? You have the opportunity to get your money back – but be quick, you only have until the end of today to submit your claim
By Anna Cottrell •
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Home ownership remains an aspiration for renters, but the majority don’t think they will ever own their own home
Renters are increasingly disillusioned by a system that gives them no chance to get on the property ladder – but not with the idea of home ownership itself, latest stats show
By Anna Cottrell •
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Guarantor mortgages: everything you need to know
Interested in guarantor mortgages, either as a potential applicant or a guarantor? Find out the benefits they can offer a first-time buyer
By Anna Cottrell •
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How to buy a house or flat: a guide for first-time buyers in 2019
Want to know how to buy a house? Finding the property of your dreams online is just the tip of the iceberg. Discover what’s involved in the process of going through with a house purchase
By Sarah Warwick •
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Moving too often is bad for our mental health
Millennials moving home frequently regret their decision, a survey reveals
By Anna Cottrell •
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Habito review: is it right for you?
Our Habito review explains the online mortgage broker's services and how to use them
By Anna Cottrell •
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Estate agents continue to overvalue London properties despite Brexit impact
Recent figures show big gaps between asking and sold prices in London and the south east, despite the Brexit property market slump
By Anna Cottrell •
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Affordable rents without giving up on the urban lifestyle? Mid-sized cities are the future
Why mid-sized cities are offering lower rents and better life opportunities to millennials
By Anna Cottrell •
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How to add value to a house: 20 ways to boost your home's value
Looking to add value to a house and perhaps space, too? This guide offers solutions, advice and ideas for both – and they're all a cheaper option than moving
By Melanie Clear •
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Beware the property ghosters
Property ghosting is the new scourge for estate agents – these are fairweather 'buyers' who waste sellers' time. Have you fallen victim? Or are you a property ghost?
By Alison Jones •
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Nightmare neighbours: this is how we feel about them next door
Do you get along with your neighbours or wish they'd just move out? You're not the only one...
By Ellen Finch •
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Forget buying to let – renting out a beach hut is where the money is
Renting out a beach hut in this Dorset location will give you more rental income than a Kensington flat
By Anna Cottrell •
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Holiday let mortgages: a beginner's guide to financing a holiday home to rent out
You will need a holiday let mortgage if you are thinking about buying then letting out a holiday cottage, or putting a swanky inner city apartment on Airbnb
By Anna Cottrell •
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Want extra income over the summer? Make your home work for you
Renting our your home or taking in lodgers can make you thousands
By Anna Cottrell •
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Moving home on the 30th August? Have a rethink
The last day of August is predicted to be the busiest day to move in 2019 – and therefore the most disaster-prone
By Anna Cottrell •
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Leaving behind your furniture when you sell can make you £1,000 extra. But what about a dead squirrel?
Kitchen and bedroom furnishings will add the most value to your sale – but new homeowners have been left with more bizarre items they weren't expecting...
By Anna Cottrell •
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Neighbours from hell: the common bad behaviours that will drive you crazy
The eight mortal sins inconsiderate neighbours commit on a daily basis
By Anna Cottrell •
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Home improvement loans: a beginner's guide
Looking for a home improvement loan to fund a renovation or extension? We explain the different types of loans available
By Anna Cottrell •
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Leasehold scandal: where can you turn for help?
While the number of new leasehold homes is falling, people are still affected by existing leasehold terms. So, where can homeowners go for help?
By Anna Cottrell •
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Properties you can rent for £1,000 per month
How far will £1,000 get you across the UK? How about a four-bed terraced house in Edinburgh?
By Anna Cottrell •
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27 decluttering jobs you must do if you want to sell your home
Looking to sell your home this year? If you want to get a good price and sell it fast, some selective decluttering is a must. Read our expert guide to find out where to concentrate you energies
By Lucy Searle •
