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Buying a house: The step-by-step process

Buying a house: The step-by-step process

Buying a house, particularly for the first time can be daunting. The decisions you make could save you – or cost you – many thousands of pounds. Here’s our step by step guide explaining how to buy a home, your checklist for all the key stages of buying a house.

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First time buyer mortgages explained: deposits, rates & how to apply

First time buyer mortgages explained: deposits, rates & how to apply

Buying your first home is exciting but there’s a lot you’ll need to know about first time buyer mortgages. We look at what deposit you’ll need, how much you can borrow, your first time buyer mortgage options, how to apply and how to boost your chances of getting your mortgage application accepted.

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How to sell your house: The step-by-step guide

How to sell your house: The step-by-step guide

Selling your home can be daunting – all the more so if you are looking for another property to buy at the same time. The decisions you make when selling a property could save you – or cost you – many thousands of pounds. Here’s our selling checklist with everything you need to know about the process of selling a house.

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Best mortgage rates

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Japanese knotweed survey: cost, when you need one and what it involves

Japanese knotweed survey: cost, when you need one and what it involves

It's peak growing season for Japanese knotweed. Not sure if you have it? Read this…

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Andy Burnham’s Potential Policies: What they could mean for homeowners

Andy Burnham’s Potential Policies: What they could mean for homeowners

He's ruled out scrapping stamp duty. So what will the new PM do for homeowners and aspiring homeowners?

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