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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
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First-time buyer? These are your mortgage options
Mortgages for first-time buyers have become so tough to get, it may be tempting to give up. Don't despair, though – look into these possibilities instead
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Mortgage holiday applications close at the end of this week – but should you take one?
Despite government assurances about mortgage holidays, many people are still confused about whether they can or should take one. What should you do if you're a home owner?
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Negative interest rates: how they would affect mortgages and finances
With negative interest rates a real possibility, find our what the implications would be for you if you're a mortgage holder – or a first-time buyer
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These top 5 property buying and selling tips will help you move house faster
Whether you're buying or selling a property – or both – these are the steps you need to follow to avoid delays
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Mortgage advisors: a beginner's guide
Do you need a mortgage advisor, and how do you find the best one to snag you a great mortgage deal? We take you through the steps, and explain the difference between mortgage advisors and brokers
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The best (and worst) real estate markets of 2020
Mortgage rates are at record lows, but is the real estate market hot in your area?
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Joint Borrower, Sole Proprietor mortgages: could you own a home?
Joint Borrower, Sole Proprietor mortgages are on the rise as an option for people who are struggling to get on the property ladder. We assess the pros and cons of this type of mortgage for prospective buyers
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Habito review: is this online mortgage broker right for you?
Our Habito review explains the online mortgage broker's services and how to use them
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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
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Housing market 'makes my head spin' says Phil Spencer. Are prices going up – or down?
Both property transactions and property prices are continuing to grow: so why are expert prognoses for the housing market pessimistic? Even Phil Spencer feels confused. We investigate
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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