While a new-build property is an attractive option for many home buyers, there are advantages and disadvantages to consider to make sure it is the right choice for you. In...
The government has announced it is extending its mortgage payment holiday scheme as the nation goes into another lockdown. It was originally due to end on 31 October 2020, but...
If you visit one of the large property portals, such as Rightmove or Zoopla, you are presented with literally thousands of properties that are on the market at any one...
As a nation obsessed with property, predicting house price trends is a national sport. With a house representing most home owners' biggest investment keeping track of how its value is...
With the Bank of England primed to cut interest rates from 0.1% to zero or negative rates, mortgage holders may consider remortgaging to benefit from the potential change. However, while...
A mortgage is most likely your largest monthly expense. Making sure you are on the most suitable rate can ensure you are not paying over the odds. A remortgage helps...
An up-to-date version of this article, with all the information you need about the Stamp Duty holiday, can be found at "Everything you need to know about Stamp Duty". ...
In episode 265 of The Money to the Masses podcast Damien talked to Will, a mortgage expert at independent mortgage specialist Habito. Damien asked a range of mortgage-related questions that...
Online mortgage broker Habito has launched a brand new initiative, called Habito Go*, that enables first-time buyers to become cash buyers in order to enjoy the advantages this brings when...
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. But this doesn’t have to...
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