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4 helpful mortgages lessons you can learn from popular property shows
It’s often said that Brits are obsessed with buying their own homes. But it doesn’t end with our property. The popularity of TV shows like Grand Designs and Location, Location, Location…
Read more1.5 million households could see their mortgage repayments soar when their deal ends in 2024
Homeowners with fixed-rate mortgage deals that end in 2024 could face much higher repayments due to rising interest rates. If your mortgage deal expires this year, being proactive could help you manage your outgoings. High inflation over the last couple…
Read moreMortgage availability is rising. Here’s what to consider when narrowing down your options
If you’re searching for a new mortgage, you could have more options than you expect. While it may present an opportunity to secure a competitive deal, it might also be overwhelming. Read on to find out how you…
Read more4 insightful property market predictions for 2024
The property market experienced challenges in 2023, which may have affected your outgoings. But what could affect house prices and mortgages in 2024? Last year, rising interest rates as the Bank of England (BoE) sought to…
Read moreHow to prepare if you’ll be applying for a mortgage in 2024
Do you plan to apply for a mortgage in 2024? Taking proactive steps to prepare your application now could make securing a mortgage less stressful and may even help you access a competitive deal. Over the…
Read moreShould you choose a fixed-rate mortgage when your current deal ends?
If your current mortgage deal is coming to an end, you might be unsure whether choosing a fixed-rate mortgage is right for you. Read on to discover the advantages and drawbacks you may want to weigh up. The…
Read more5 simple tips that could help you make better decisions
When you’re facing big life decisions, it can be difficult to know which choice to take. Read on to learn some simple tips that could improve your decision-making. According to Eva Krockow, a lecturer at the…
Read moreAutumn reading: Discover this year’s Booker Prize shortlist
As the nights start drawing in, it’s the perfect time to refresh your bookshelf with some of the biggest publications of the year. The 2023 Booker Prize shortlist has been unveiled and includes six fantastic novels.
Read more5 practical steps first-time buyers can take to make putting in an offer smoother
Viewing properties when you’re searching for your first home is exciting. Yet, first-time buyers might also be unsure about the steps they could take to prepare to make buying a home smoother. Read on to learn five practical…
Read more1 in 2 customers have been affected by mortgage lenders withdrawing deals
Half of prospective property buyers have been affected by mortgage providers withdrawing mortgages from the market, according to a Mortgage Strategy report. If it’s something you’ve been affected by or are…
Read moreZoom orders staff back to the office. Is the remote working trend over?
Despite playing a pivotal role in keeping businesses running as they switched to remote working during the pandemic, Zoom has ordered its staff back to the office. Yet, research suggests both employees and employers are keen to embrace…
Read moreWild camping returns to Dartmoor. Here’s how to enjoy getting off the beaten track
After an appeal, wild camping is allowed again at Dartmoor National Park. It could be a great way to get off the beaten track and back to nature. Read on to find out more about wild camping. …
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