Ex-council houses can be a great way for people to get onto the property ladder at a lower price point. These are houses that were originally built as council homes and have later been bought…
A shared ownership mortgage could be the key to helping you get on the property ladder. However, it’s different from a standard residential mortgage. Rather than buying the entire property yourself,…
Thinking about buying a leasehold property? We explain what a leasehold property is, how easy it is to get a mortgage, the pros and cons and more. Want to Know More? Fill out this form and we'll…
Discovering that the home you want to buy is a flying freehold doesn't have to mean the end of your home-buying dreams. Flying freeholds can make the process of getting a mortgage more complex, and…
Many homes in the UK have flat roofs, either covering part or the entire property. With the growing popularity of home extensions in recent years, flat roofs are very common. But while they might be…
With their high vaulted ceilings, open plan interiors, the promise of lots of space and idyllic country settings, it's easy to see why barn conversions are becoming increasingly popular. If you’re…
If you've discovered that the house you’re looking to buy has been underpinned or requires underpinning, you may wonder what effect this will have on getting a mortgage. Can you even get a mortgage…
While there’s always been an attraction to city-centre living and cityscape views, it can be tricky to get financing for flats, especially if they’re in a high-rise building. High-rise apartments…
Properties that have a single layer of brick for a wall, or the entire building, are known as single brick, or single skin, construction. They’re different from buildings made with a cavity wall…
With their rustic charm and numerous period features, it's easy to see why living in a historic home is so appealing to many homeowners. But if you've always believed that mortgages on listed…
