‘My mortgage payments could be less than my rent’

‘My mortgage payments could be less than my rent’

Prospective first-time buyer Isaac Williams talks about having his first consultation with one of our mortgage advisers, James Watson, and reveals what he learned… (hint: it was good news). After months of guesswork and questionable calculations, it turns out my...
Selling your home without overspending on refurbishments

Selling your home without overspending on refurbishments

You don’t have to spend thousands to get the best price for your home. Some simple and easy improvements can be carried out to make it more appealing without breaking the bank. Looking to sell your home? You’ll want the best possible price, and you may even be...
First-time buyers’ frequently asked questions

First-time buyers’ frequently asked questions

Buying your first property? We answer some of the questions we’re often asked to help you get prepared for your mortgage application and improve your chances of success… How much deposit do you need? At least ten per cent or more is ideal. In 2020, many lenders...
What’s happening with the property market this year?

What’s happening with the property market this year?

Prices dropped slightly in January and it’s not yet known whether the stamp duty holiday will be extended. Yet it could still be a good time to move house. Here’s why we need to keep things in perspective… Last year, Britain’s GDP (the monetary value of goods and...