Owning A Home

Money tip #73 – Start ‘big picture’ budgeting

The fact is if you want to manage your finances you will eventually have to budget to ensure that you are living within your means….

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Can I buy an IKEA ‘modular’ house in the UK and how much does it cost?

It was announced in June 2019 that IKEA will be making their first foray into the UK housing market. Worthing Council voted in favour of…

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Rent guarantee insurance – what is it and is it worth buying?

Rent guarantee insurance – what is it and is it worth buying? A landlord’s worst nightmare is having a tenant who will not, or cannot,…

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Do you need life insurance to get a mortgage?

While it is not compulsory to have life insurance in place to get a mortgage it is advisable. No-one likes to think about death, but…

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Trussle review: is it the best online mortgage broker?

Trussle was one of the first online mortgage brokers on the scene, launching in December 2015. It was started by former Merril Lynch mortgage and…

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Help to buy equity loans – Almost two thirds didn’t need help

A report released by the National Audit Office (NAO) has revealed that 60% of the buyers that used the government’s Help to Buy equity loan…

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How long does it take to remortgage your home?

Remortgaging lets you pay off your current mortgage and move to a new and typically cheaper deal. It also provides an opportunity to release cash…

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When is the best time to remortgage?

Your mortgage is most likely your largest monthly expense but it is always worth shopping around to see if you can move to a better…

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Remortgaging: Do I actually need to do it?

Remortgaging can help save money on your mortgage and gives you some extra tax-free cash to spend as you wish. Firstly, what does remortgaging mean?…

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How to remortgage in 5 simple steps

In our simple 5 step remortgage guide we explain the remortgage process from start to finish, including how to remortgage, what types of remortgage are…

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