Mortgage guides and advice
Why You Should Start Thinking About Remortgaging 6 Months Before Your Fixed Rate Ends
If your mortgage fixed rate is ending soon, now is the time to take action. Many homeowners leave it too late and end up paying
The Most Common Questions First-Time Buyers Ask About Mortgages (And The Answers You Need!)
Buying your first home is exciting—but it can also feel overwhelming, especially if you’ve had financial issues in the past or don’t have a credit
Stamp Duty Changes in April 2025 – The Countdown Begins!
If you’re planning to buy a property, time is running out to take advantage of the current Stamp Duty rates before the upcoming changes in
Joint Beneficiary vs. Tenants in Common: What’s the Difference?
When buying a property with someone else, one of the key decisions you need to make is how to own the property together. The two
Where Are Mortgage Interest Rates Heading in 2025?
If you’re thinking about buying a home or remortgaging this year, you’re probably wondering where mortgage interest rates are headed. The good news? Inflation is
Was Your Mortgage Application Declined? Here’s What to Do Next
Getting your mortgage application declined can feel like a punch to the gut. But don’t worry—it’s not the end of the road. While your first
Home Improvement Ideas: Transform Your Space with Clever Mortgages
It’s the perfect time to think about how you can enhance your living space and add value to your home. Whether you’re planning to create
Consolidating Debt with a Second Charge Mortgage
What Homeowners Need to Know Managing multiple debts can be overwhelming, especially if you’re juggling credit cards, personal loans, or store finance agreements. Keeping track
How Klarna and Buy Now, Pay Later Schemes Could Affect Your Mortgage Application
If you’re thinking about buying your first home, you might be wondering if using Klarna or other ‘buy now, pay later’ (BNPL) services could cause
Professional Landlords Embrace Higher-Yielding Investments Amid Market Challenges
Recent analysis by Shawbrook reveals a significant shift in professional landlords’ strategies, with many focusing on higher-yielding property types such as semi-commercial and commercial properties.
Navigating the Complex World of Development Finance
The landscape of development finance has undergone significant changes since the pre-credit-crunch era when banks were the go-to source for developers. With traditional lenders becoming
Buy to Let vs. Residential Mortgage: What’s the Difference?
If you’re exploring your mortgage options, you might be wondering: what’s the difference between a buy-to-let (BTL) mortgage and a residential mortgage? While these two