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Retirement mortgages: could a retirement interest-only mortgage help your finances in later life?
The popularity of retirement mortgages is growing; here's how to figure out if they could be a good option for you
By Anna Cottrell •
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Mortgage for first time buyers
Mortgages for first time buyers explained: here's what you need to know to become a home owner
By Sarah Warwick •
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Compare mortgages: learn the art of mortgage comparison
Learn how to compare mortgages and you'll know how to get the very best mortgage deal for you
By Anna Cottrell •
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Home ownership: over a third of millennials don't want to buy a house, ever. Here's why
Home ownership remains a dream for many, but a substantial number of people never want to own a home at all. Here are their reasons
By Anna Cottrell •
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Planning to buy a family home in 2020? Here's what you need to consider
A family home will likely be the biggest purchase of your life. Here's how to choose well
By Anna Cottrell •
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10 ways to haggle for the best house price
Does negotiating house prices make you a little nervous? Follow our guide to haggling for the best house price and come to the negotiating table fully prepared
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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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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Shared ownership: what is it and can it help you own a home?
Shared ownership might be ideal for you if you want to buy your own home but can't quite afford to go it alone. We explain how the scheme works and who is eligible to apply
By Anna Cottrell •
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Holiday let mortgages: how to go about buying and renting out a holiday home
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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How to remortgage
How to remortgage? Follow our step-by-step guide for getting the best mortgage deal if you already have a mortgage
By Anna Cottrell •
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Mortgage brokers: a guide for getting the best mortgage deal
What do mortgage brokers do, and can they really find you a better mortgage deal? Read our guide to find out
By Anna Cottrell •
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Online mortgage brokers: how to look and apply for a mortgage online
Is an online mortgage broker worth it? We explain how online mortgage brokers work, what services they offer, and whether you should use them
By Anna Cottrell •
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Buy to let mortgages: a beginner's guide
You'll need a buy to let mortgage if you are buying a property as an investment. Use our buy to let mortgage calculator and find out the most up to date rules for this type of mortgage
By Anna Cottrell •
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Mortgages and divorce: what you need to know
Find out about mortgages and what the most common property division options are during the divorce process
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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Help to Buy: a beginner's guide
With Help to Buy set to undergo significant transformations in 2021, now is the time to decide if this government scheme to aid buyers is worth investigating
By Anna Cottrell •
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Instagram-perfect home feeds set up first-time buyers for a BIG disappointment, says research
First-time buyers confess that looking at interior Instagrammer profiles gives them unattainable property goals
By Anna Cottrell •
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Property scams are rife – these are the most common ones you should be aware of
Recent figures show that the number of reported property scams has doubled over the past decade; all the more reason to familiarise yourself with what they are
By Anna Cottrell •
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Worried you live in a haunted house? Relax, it's unlikely to be a ghost
Common reasons behind haunted house style events revealed. You may be disappointed – or relieved, depending on how easily spooked you are
By Anna Cottrell •
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Interest only mortgages: a beginner's guide
Curious about interest only mortgages? We explain what they are, who they are for, and how to get one
By Anna Cottrell •
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New build homes: what you need to know before buying
If you're looking at new build homes with a view to buying, there are several things you need to know about the process that differ from buying older properties
By Anna Cottrell •
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Using the Brexit downturn to invest in property? This is what you need to know
Planning on buying property as an investor? It can be lucrative, but there are few things you need to know
By Anna Cottrell •
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How to get the best deal on a property and avoid getting gazumped
A mortgage expert answers your property buying related questions in an exclusive interview
By Anna Cottrell •
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Brexit and housing: what does Brexit mean for home buyers?
Brexit is affecting the housing market not just for sellers, but for buyers, too. Here's what you need to know if you're planning to buy a property in the near future
By Anna Cottrell •
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Staying with the same insurance provider year after year? Your loyalty will not be rewarded, says the FCA
Insurance providers are still penalising loyal customers with unfair premium increases, an FCA investigation reveals
By Anna Cottrell •
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Best mortgage lenders: to help you find the best mortgage deal
Who are the best mortgage lenders, and how do decide who to go with? Read our guide to get an idea of what to look for
By Anna Cottrell •
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Forget Brexit: if you want to sell your home this year, list it before 21 October
Waiting to see what the Brexit negotiations bring? Don't, if you want to sell before Christmas 2019
By Anna Cottrell •
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Mortgage with bad credit: an expert guide
Wondering how to get a mortgage with bad credit history? It will be tough, but it shouldn't be impossible if you follow these steps
By Anna Cottrell •
