100% mortgages are back

100% mortgages are back

Skipton Building Society has launched a new 100% mortgage product for renters who can prove they’ve covered their rent and bills for at least a year. Good news for renters who want to buy their first home. Skipton Building Society has just announced a new 100%...
Slight dip in house prices in April

Slight dip in house prices in April

Prices have dipped, but the housing market remains stable, according to Halifax. Halifax published its House Price Index for April on 9 May, revealing that the average house price decreased by 0.3% in April, following a 0.8% rise in March. Annual house price growth...
Help to Buy scheme back on the agenda

Help to Buy scheme back on the agenda

The Prime Minister may bring back the Help to Buy Scheme, which ended in March this year. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is considering bringing back the government’s Help to Buy Equity Loan Scheme to help more people get onto the property ladder.The scheme only applied...
Common mortgage myths busted

Common mortgage myths busted

We look at some common misconceptions about mortgages so that you can arm yourself with accurate information and feel more confident about your search for a mortgage loan… Buying a home is an exciting milestone, but it can also be a bit daunting. There are some...
Homeowners better off than renters

Homeowners better off than renters

Monthly mortgage payments are now cheaper than monthly rental prices, according to Halifax. Good news for anyone thinking of buying their first property. Homeowners are nearly £500 better off annually than renters, according to Halifax. The lender has revealed that...