Mortgages
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How much can I borrow?
Read more: How much can I borrow?There are a number of factors that determine how much a lender will lend. These include, but not limited to, your income, credit commitments, housing costs, dependant adults or children, the size of deposit or equity available & the mortgage term.
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Whole of Market vs. Tied advice?
Read more: Whole of Market vs. Tied advice?Some mortgage brokers, like ourselves, offer advice from the whole of the market. A tied advisor will only offer advice from a select number of lenders. This may mean you do not get access to the best products or miss out on the right mortgage for you by using a tied advisor.
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Where can I get a mortgage from?
Read more: Where can I get a mortgage from?You can get a mortgage from a bank, building society or a specialist mortgage lender. You can apply direct to these companies or you can use a broker. A broker will advise you on the right deal for you as well as assisting in the application stage.
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Alternatives to Help to Buy
Read more: Alternatives to Help to BuyApplications are now closed for the Help to Buy loan scheme in England and there has been no announcement of a replacement, so what other help is available? Shared Ownership is another scheme that helps first-time buyers get onto the property ladder where you start by buying 25% of your home and pay rent on…
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Is now a good time to remortgage?
Read more: Is now a good time to remortgage?Mortgage rates fell back in the last few months of 2022, having surged after September’s ‘mini-budget’. If you’re thinking about remortgaging, could now be a good time to secure a deal? Bank Rate blues The Bank of England has increased Bank Rate throughout 2022 and is expected to continue doing so in the new year.…
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Renting? Don’t forget income protection
Read more: Renting? Don’t forget income protectionThere is a natural connection between protection and homeowners, but new research suggests that renters could in fact gain more from the benefits of cover. Rent rise The number of households renting privately in the UK rose by 63% in the decade to 20171, reaching an estimated 4.5 million. As the rising cost of living…
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Check you have the right protection in 2023
Read more: Check you have the right protection in 2023The start of a new year is an ideal time to reassess your finances. Protection should be near the top of your list in 2023. Get protected The right protection for your unique needs is an indispensable safety net against any unexpected downturn in your financial situation. As we head into 2023, ask yourself if…