Estate agent fees add thousands of pounds to the cost of selling a home. It’s vital you get the best service for the best price. So let's look at what agents charge, how they structure their fees, ...

David Hollingworth from mortgage broker L&C said: “With another two cuts to base rate now looking more likely, there should be favourable market movement to help mortgage lenders improve their rates.

If you’re buying or already own a flat, you may come across the term share of freehold. But what does it mean, and how does it differ from leasehold or full freehold ownership? This guide explains how ...

‘Do I need a survey on a leasehold flat?’ is a common question from buyers - and while it’s not a legal requirement, it’s almost always a smart move. A survey can flag issues inside the flat and the ...

homeowners vs renters Home factors that contribute to positive mental health, well-being, ‘spark joy’ Total UK homeowners /renters homeowners renters Difference +/- owners renters Have a garden/ ...

However, whether a 2 or 5 year fixed mortgage is best for you will depend on your circumstances. So get expert advice from a fee-free mortgage broker. What is a fixed rate mortgage? A fixed rate ...

A new mortgage has been launched by Santander allowing first time buyers to buy a home with just a 2% deposit – as long as that deposit is at least £10,000. My First Mortgage is available as a 5 year ...

5 Methodology This is the sixth annual Homeowner Survey, a state of the nation report covering UK housing issues, released in four parts and made possible through sponsorship by BLP Insurance, leading ...

FlippingBook is a professional and cost-effective tool for turning PDFs into online magazines. With its help, publishers can produce a digital version of the magazine fast and without any help from IT ...

A new permanent Mortgage Guarantee scheme has been launched to encourage lenders to supply 5% deposit mortgages. We explain how it works, the eligibility criteria and what the alternatives are. The ...

The way we own property will change in the future: new leasehold flats are set to be banned and replaced by ‘commonhold’ under proposals set out in the 2026 draft Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill.