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House moves and viewings to resume in England – but not as we've known them
As England begins its exist from lockdown, house moves and viewings are allowed from today, with strict social distancing rules in place
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Buyer's remorse? Locked down renters and homeowners reveal their big regrets
Buyer's remorse has set in for millions of homeowners and renters alike now that they're stuck at home all the time. These are the most persistent nags
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Mortgage holidays: everything you need to know
Have a mortgage and wondering how mortgage holidays work? This is what you need to know
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How a property buying agent could help you buy a new home online
Looking for a new home but want someone to do the legwork for you? Do most of the process online by hiring a buying agent
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Budget 2020: the end of austerity, just not if you want to own a home
The 2020 budget has good news for public spending, but doesn't have a concrete plan for helping people onto the property ladder
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Mortgage overpayments – why, when and how they're a sound financial decision
Find out everything you need to know about mortgage overpayments, including when you should and shouldn't overpay
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Interest rate cut: what this means for you as a homeowner
The Bank of England has announced an interest rate cut. How will this impact mortgage borrowers?
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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
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UK housing: 1.2 million homes need to be built to close the housing gap
The UK housing market is in crisis, according to a recent report, and the supply-demand gap will take at least 15 years to close
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Interest rates: what does the Bank of England's decision mean for borrowers?
The Bank of England has voted to keep the current interest rate of 0.75%. What does news mean for prospective borrowers?
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Selling a house? Home staging can massively increase your chances
Your chances of selling a house go up dramatically when the property looks lived in; no time to do it up? Home staging could be a solution
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A third of us opt for home renovation over moving house. Here's why you should too
'Improve, not move' is the motto of a third of all homeowners now that renovating and refurbishing is more popular than ever
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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...
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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