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Moving in with your partner? Having a conversation about finances early on could save considerable stress and conflict in the future and may even protect you financially. Here’s how to get the ball rolling… You’ve met the partner of your dreams and have been dating...
As the cost of private renting goes up, now could be a good time to make the transition to home ownership. Here’s what you need to know… If you currently rent a property in the UK, it’s probably no surprise to hear that private renting is getting more expensive....
The recent news that the stamp duty threshold will be reduced next April hasn’t deterred many home buyers. Despite recent news that the stamp duty exemption threshold will be reduced next April, some 95% of homebuyers have said they would be undeterred by the...
The Autumn Budget saw changes to stamp duty relief for first-time buyers. If you’re thinking of buying a property in 2025, what does this mean for you? Last month, Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced in the Autumn Budget that stamp duty changes will be effective from 1...
According to latest analysis conducted by Halifax, New Towns offer homeowners the potential to benefit from significant price growth, as well as being a great stepping stone for first-time buyers. With the government’s plan to build 1.5 million new homes in England...
Not sure the best way to discover the true condition of your dream property? Then read on as we explain the difference between a valuation and a survey and why the latter is beneficial. If you’re buying a property for the first time, the checklist of things to do can...
The government’s new 95 Per Cent Mortgage Guarantee Scheme launched on Monday 19 April 2021. The aim of the scheme is to make more 95 per cent mortgages available to those with smaller deposits. First-time buyers can apply but you don’t have to be one to be eligible.
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