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Can you buy a house without a mortgage?
Getting a mortgage can be tricky. And depending on your earnings it may not be enough to buy a home. So we've asked Wayhome to explain how their scheme for buying a house without a mortgage works.
Joint Borrower Sole Proprietor mortgage explained
Joint Borrower Sole Proprietor mortgages (JBSP) can help first-time buyers who are struggling to get on the property ladder. We’ve asked Tembo to tell us how these mortgages work and the pros and cons...
How do we fix the homebuying and selling process? We want to hear from you
The home buying and selling process – at least in England and Wales – is currently not fit for purpose. The process is too uncertain, takes too long and money is wasted when transactions fail to complete. We look at what can be done to improve the system.
How to get on the property ladder in 2021
As a new study reveals the pandemic has hit first time buyers with mortgage approvals and with house prices rising at their fastest rate in years, we look at what options are available to get on the property ladder in 2021.
A 35 year mortgage could cost you an extra £75,000
As first time buyers struggle to afford to buy, the number of 35 year mortgage are increasing. But what do they really cost?
Can you avoid paying more for a ‘Help to Buy’ property?
We all know you pay more for a new build home. It's the same principle as when buy a new car. But latest research shows first-time buyers using a Help to Buy can pay up to 22% more. We take a look at this research and how you can avoid paying over the odds...
First time buyer misconceptions when it comes to buying a home
Recent research suggests first-time buyers need some help to be better informed about the homebuying process to protect themselves from stress, legal headaches, and disappointment. Here we list - and debunk - the common first time buyer misconceptions
Mortgage boost for zero hours contract workers
Workers on zero hours contracts will find it easier to get a mortgage thanks to new changes made by a major lender
Family Springboard mortgages explained
Want to buy your first house but don’t have a deposit? Then a family springboard mortgage may be the answer. Here's what you need to know.
New build completion delay: What can you do?
You paid your reservation fee and exchanged on your new home months ago – but it's still not ready. New build delays are common but the impact can mean undue stress and huge additional costs. Here's what to do to avoid new build delays and your options if it happens to you.
5 things you need to know if you want to help your child buy a house
With news this week that the ‘Bank of Mum and Dad’ is predicted to lend £6.3 billion this year, we look at what you need to know if you want to help your children get on the property ladder
CMA to investigate mis-selling of leasehold properties
The competition watchdog has launched an investigation over the mis-selling of leasehold properties by house-builders.
First-time buyer ‘spending tactics’ to get on the housing ladder
More than half of UK homeowners made tactical changes to their spending habits in order to get on the housing ladder,
What does a conveyancer do?
If you’re buying or selling property then you’ll need a conveyancing solicitor to help you with the legal transaction. But how do you find one and what do they do?
1000 homes a week bought with Help to Buy, but there’s confusion over Help to Buy ISAs
Help to Buy hit the headlines this week for good and bad reasons. We look at the growing popularity of the scheme and pitfalls with the Help to Buy ISA which left many having to call on the bank of Mum and Dad
Remortgage and save £4,000 a year
In this week’s mortgage round-up we look at remortgaging could save you £4,000. We also reveal why 2019 is the year first-time homeowners should get a new mortgage and how low-deposit mortgages are booming.
The best cities for first time buyers
Would you move if it meant you could get on the property ladder? Here’s the five best cities for first time buyers to get a home. Plus the five places to avoid.
How do other people save for a house deposit?
Saving a deposit for a house is an uphill battle. According to the latest stats from the Money Charity it would take 24 years to save the average deposit at the average savings rate out of the average salary. So with the number of first time buyers at its highest level in 12 years - how exactly is everyone saving enough to buy?
First-time buyers love mortgage brokers
In our latest mortgage round-up, finance journalist Ruth Jackson looks at a spate of good news including low interest rates, rising completions and how brokers are helping first-time buyers.
Boost your savings growth with an ISA
It’s almost the end of the tax year, which means you need to use your ISA allowance or lose it. Whether you are saving for a deposit, a rainy day or a home emergency an ISA can help your nest egg grow faster. We take a look at the different ISA options and the best deals on the market today.
Four reasons your gender is stopping you from buying a house
We’ve come a long way since women weren’t trusted to own property. But it is still not a level playing field. Here’s how your gender is curtailing your ability to buy a house.
I’m saving for a deposit: where should I put my money?
If you're currently saving for a deposit, you might be wondering where's best to keep your money. We get an expert view on the options on offer.
Government ‘misled’ over Northern Rock
The number of first-time buyers is rising, but so too are the average fees. All this and more in this fortnight's mortgage update from our consumer journalist Christine Toner.
Shared ownership: Is it worth it?
A much-needed helping hand for buyers or a big mistake that should be avoided? We look at the pros and cons of shared ownership.
What the interest rate rise means for homeowners
What does the mortgage rate rise mean for you now - and for the next few years. And other latest mortgage news this month from consumer journalist Christine Toner
First time buyers despair as house prices continue to rise
With house prices continuing to rise and salaries stuck it is no wonder that ‘generation rent’ are despairing at ever being able to save enough deposit to buy their own home.
Who do you trust? The stresses of buying and owning a home
Buying your first home is one of life’s biggest stresses. This YouGov survey, commissioned by the HomeOwners Alliance, reveals what homebuyers and homeowners are worried about and gives insight into which property professionals they trust.