As the cost of buying a property rises, three-generational living is becoming more common. These are often short term arrangements where a grown-up child moves their young family in with their parents, or where an ageing parent moves...
Current statistics suggest that in years to come, renting is only going to become more popular – that doesn’t mean we have to resign ourselves to a life of off-whites. We take a look at ways to give your rented space some...
Seven-year age gap between FTB’s across UK
Recent research by Halifax has revealed a seven-year age difference in First Time Buyers depending on where they live.
According to the lender the national average is...
CML figures show an increase in lending
The latest figures from the Council of Mortgage Lenders reveal that mortgage lending in the residential market has risen over the last year.
First Time Buyers borrowed £5.1bn in...
Tougher rules to be introduced for BTL market
Following a consultation on the Buy-to-Let market earlier this year, the Prudential Regulation Authority has now confirmed it will introduce tougher underwriting criteria, to be phased in...
No picture will match what a property is like in reality, but given the majority of house searches begin online these days, you can’t afford to use poor images and hope people decide to visit regardless! This is harder than it...
It’s no secret that first impressions are vital when it comes to selling your home. So before sprucing up your exterior ahead of selling, consider carefully which might be the most enticing colour to paint your home. Is...
The Help to Buy mortgage guarantee no longer necessary
Thursday, October 6, 2016
The Government Help to Buy Mortgage Guarantee scheme (Help to Buy Two) was first launched in October 2013, with the aim of increasing the availability of high loan-to-value mortgages and providing a much needed boost for First Time...
You often hear people talking about the stress of moving home. With so much to organise, it's hardly surprising. You'll need a reliable, local solicitor for your conveyancing – and we know just the team!
