When you buy a property, it will generally be either on a freehold or leasehold basis. It’s important to learn the differences whether you're a first-time buyer or existing property owner moving…
John Charcol's Complimentary Home Setup Service Moving home is a busy and stressful time. Setting up household bills, notifying suppliers and organising removals usually takes hours to sort out –…
Taking out a mortgage is a big deal – but it's also how most people buy their first home. It doesn't need to be overwhelming when it's actually pretty straightforward. We explain how it all…
This guide has been produced for information purposes only. As a mortgage broker, we're not able to offer tax advice. How much Capital Gains Tax will you have to pay? It depends. In this guide,…
Not sure what type of house you want? We go through the different types in this guide, from semi-detached to bungalows – we’ve got you covered. You’ll also find out whether the type of house you…
Are you a first-time buyer or previous homeowner looking to purchase a property with someone? You’re about to enter into joint ownership, but do you know what kind? We’ll help you figure out…
What Is My Loan-to-Value? What Is My Loan-to-Value? You can work out your LTV with our loan-to-value calculator. Simply enter your property value and either your deposit or loan…
Rental Yield Calculator How to Work Out Rental Yield Working out the rental yield for a property is very easy to do. Simply divide your rental income by the property value and then multiply it by…
Are you a council tenant looking to buy your home? You might be able to purchase it for a lot less than you first thought with the Right to Buy government scheme. Find out whether you’re eligible,…
Divorce is one of the more stressful reasons for changing your mortgage arrangements. It’s a very personal process which can turn out rather expensive. Divorce usually results in the redistribution…
