We look at the CMA investigation into unfair leasehold practices by house builders, the best and worst places for first time buyers, increasing numbers of people borrowing 6.5x their income, the return of Nationwide to interest-only mortgages and more...

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As first time buyers struggle to afford to buy, the number of 35 year mortgage are increasing. But what do they really cost?

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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...

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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

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Workers on zero hours contracts will find it easier to get a mortgage thanks to new changes made by a major lender

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In the news this week, we look at why first time buyer demand has soared, how stamp duty could bring the market to a halt and 10 ways to cut inheritance tax.

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Including how you can find your dream home on Instagram, news that house building outputs have flatlined, radical plans to end leasehold, 100 least affordable places to rent and more

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Want to buy your first house but don’t have a deposit? That’s no problem if you can enlist the help of your family

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Top stories homeowners, home buyers and sellers need to know about from across this week's news outlets...

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Buying a new-build home? Then you could face paying thousands of pounds if it’s not finished on time

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