Mortgages
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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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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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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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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Equity release mortgages
Is an equity release mortgage right for you? Find out whether releasing equity could help you fund your retirement
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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
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Leasehold scandal: what next for home owners locked into unsellable leases?
Despite numerous consultations, no definite solution has been found to leasholder woes