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.
Latest research from the Nationwide Housing Affordability report suggests good news – although borrowers are still stretched. According to the latest research from the Nationwide Housing Affordability Report, there has been a modest improvement in UK housing...
After rules were tightened following the 2008 financial crisis, the Financial Conduct Authority is considering easing them to potentially make borrowing easier. In a newly published letter, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has said it is looking to simplify...
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...
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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