The best way to fund home improvements
From a lack of property supply to high house prices and Stamp Duty costs, it is no surprise that many homeowners are choosing to improve…
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Why arranging a second mortgage may get a lot harder
Why arranging a second mortgage may get a lot harder The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has recently announced that it plans to regulate the second…
How to get a mortgage under the new mortgage rules
The new mortgage rules which came into effect in April 2014 have had a big impact on the mortgage market, in particular on how to…
The smart way to house hunt online
If you are thinking of moving house then putting time into some research may help you get the house of your dreams a bit cheaper.In…
How to get the full asking price for your property
How to get the full asking price for your property With recent reports indicating that only 1 in 25 homes now fetch the full asking…
How to check broadband speed before you move house
How to check broadband speed before you move house Having a good broadband connection is now an important consideration when moving house. Streaming video and…
How to get a mortgage with a poor credit rating
People automatically assume that if you have a poor or adverse credit history, or have ever been made bankrupt, you can not get a mortgage….
What to do if you receive a poor survey on a property purchase
What to do if you receive a poor survey on a property purchase If you are planning to purchase a property it is advisable not…
Interest rate rise – How mortgage borrowers should prepare
This week I was asked by a national newspaper how mortgage borrowers should prepare for an interest rate rise. This was sparked by Mark Carney,…
The problem with online estate agents
Why online estate agents need to change their tune if they want to make an impact Online estate agents have been around for a number…
How much will the average mortgage repayment go up by when interest rates rise?
Latest research published in the Daily Mail suggests that ‘Millions face becoming ‘mortgage prisoners’ as interest rate rises to just 3% would make loans unaffordable’….