Rebecca Gamble

Consumer Journalist

Rebecca Gamble is a highly-experienced former national newspaper news reporter, who is now a magazine and web journalist specialising in personal finance, property and consumer issues. Now freelance after holding senior in-house positions, Rebecca has edited Woman’s Own’s consumer column Money Matters for several years and undertakes commissions from a wide range of publications including Woman magazine. Previous publications include Daily Mirror, Sunday Mirror, the Daily Express and a number of women’s magazines. 

Latest Articles by Rebecca

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Single person mortgage guide: How to buy a house on your own

Can I get a mortgage on my own? Yes, you can get a mortgage on your own. The key difference compared to if you’re buying with someone else is that your borrowing power is based on one income, not two. This can affect: Read on for more on these. But single person mortgages are not […]
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Helping Hand mortgage boost for first time buyers

Around 10,000 more first time buyers will be able to borrow up to 6 times their salary on a mortgage, due to changes lender Nationwide has made to its Helping Hand mortgage. First time buyers earning at least £30,000 can now apply for the mortgage, down from the previous minimum threshold of £35,000. While joint […]
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how long does an EPC last

How long does an EPC last?

How long does an EPC last in the UK? An EPC lasts for 10 years. You only need a new Energy Performance Certificate if you’re selling or letting a property after your current EPC expires. You may choose to get a new one sooner if you’ve made energy efficiency improvements and want to demonstrate to […]
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Why are retirement flats not selling

Why are retirement flats not selling?

Why are retirement flats not selling? New retirement flats are an attractive proposition. A nice shiny new place to down-size to, with everything you need from like-minded neighbours, an on-call manager and possibly a range of facilities too. So why then are they so hard to sell on? This isn’t a new phenomena or a […]
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First time buyers and retirees could benefit from possible FCA mortgage rules changes

The UK’s financial watchdog has launched a ‘public conversation’ on the future of the mortgage market, aiming to boost homeownership and support growth. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has published a discussion paper that sets out the potential benefits and risks of rule changes. The regulator says more flexibility could help lenders tailor products more […]
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how long does it take to buy a house

How long does it take to buy a house?

KEY INFORMATION How long does it take to buy a house in the UK? Buying a house timeline Buying a house takes an average of 5 months from when your offer is accepted, according to government figures. But the timeframe can vary a lot in the UK depending on factors like whether you’re in a […]
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