Contractors and people who are self-employed can face additional challenges when securing a mortgage, which may sometimes cause delays during the property buying process. Around 22% of the UK workforce are now self-employed or...
Homebuyers are enjoying record low mortgage rates, but must make sure they understand that there will usually be a penalty to pay if they want to leave their deal early. In return for...
Guild agents take a look at 2017, and comment on what they think we can expect in their respective areas. Ben Whiting, the Branch Manager in Victorstone’s Shoreditch office, comments on what he expects from 2017: While most...
This December has certainly not been the coldest on record, but looking after your home during winter in really important; find out how to winter proof your home before it gets too cold.
There are almost 800 Guild Member agents in the UK; this Christmas, we thought we would showcase some of the most festive sounding locations and how to get in touch with the nearest Guild agent. Cold Christmas Cold Christmas is a...
The Bank of England decided unanimously to hold the base rate at 0.25% in November, despite suggestions back in August that a further rate cut was possible. Following...
(Released October 2016)
The August 2016 house price index data showed a monthly rise of 1.3 per cent across the UK, 1.4 per cent in England and 1.3 per cent in London. Regionally, the South West region experienced the highest...
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!
