Thinking of buying your first home? Our in-depth articles will help you get prepared and keep you informed of what’s going on in the market.
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...
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...
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...
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...
Not everyone’s finances are in great shape, yet many homebuyers don’t always think about financial protection. We explain why it’s crucial and how it can protect you and your loved ones. Some 12.9 million adults had low financial resilience last May, according to the...
Despite annual house price growth slowing in all nations and regions in January, Halifax reports that prices are stable – even with the cost of living crisis. UK house prices remained stable in January, according to Halifax. The lender has just published its latest...
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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