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First-time buyer mortgage myths revealed

Some first-time buyers may be closer to owning a home than they realise. New research reveals that common mortgage myths could be causing people to delay buying their first home. Aspiring first-time buyers could be delaying their plans because of common misconceptions...

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Proposed ISA changes could cost first-time buyers

Plans to replace the Lifetime ISA with a new savings product could leave aspiring homeowners worse off. Here’s what the proposed changes could mean. First-time buyers could miss out on more than £3600 in potential interest if proposed changes to ISA rules go ahead, a...

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House prices stable despite buyer-friendly market

May house prices dropped very slightly, but annual prices went up, and some mortgage rates have eased. Find out more about what’s going on in the property market. The housing market has seen some interesting activity lately. Halifax’s House Price Index for May showed...

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The benefits of working with a mortgage broker

Thinking about getting a mortgage or remortgaging ? A mortgage broker could save you time and money and make the entire process less stressful. Mortgage Adviser James Watson explains the wider benefits. When it comes to arranging a mortgage, some people wonder whether...

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What is a gifted deposit?

Are you a potential first-time buyer struggling to save for a deposit on a property? You’re not alone. Gifted deposits are helping thousands of buyers get onto the property ladder sooner. Later life lending expert Les Pick explains how they work. With the cost of...

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UK house prices rise in February

The latest Halifax data suggests steady momentum and slightly higher prices in February, despite economic uncertainty. The UK housing market has continued its steady start to 2026, with new figures showing house prices rising again in February. According to the latest...

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