What to Do Pre-Application

For you or your loved ones getting a mortgage may seem a little bit like climbing Everest. The summit is incredibly far away and it’s going to be a long journey that requires a lot of commitment.

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Record Number of Deals for First-Time Landlords

British landlords have seen many changes to the Buy-to-Let sector in recent years, some of which have driven some landlords to sell up. From the tenant’s fees bill, stamp duty surcharge and stricter affordability testing, it’s been enough for some landlords to leave the market and look for alternative investment opportunities. Continue reading “Record Number of Deals for First-Time Landlords”

Do your loved ones need a helping hand onto the property ladder?

Compared with a decade ago, today’s first time buyers are older, more likely to buy with a partner and more likely to have dependent children. This highlights how it is becoming increasingly hard for younger borrowers to get on the property ladder.

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5 factors that will affect housing in 2019

It’s time to gaze at the crystal ball and make predictions for the housing market in 2018. So what do we think are the big factors that could affect homeowners, first-time buyers, and property investors this year? Continue reading “5 factors that will affect housing in 2019”