Considerations for Expats Buying Rental Property in the UK Deciding to invest in UK property as an expatriate is exciting. It can also be challenging as navigating the property market in the UK can…
Preparing for Higher Mortgage Rates in 2024 For homeowners whose fixed rate mortgages are set to expire in 2024, the prospect of transitioning to a higher mortgage rate may be a cause for concern.…
The Autumn Statement Could Give FTBs a Massive Boost at Little Cost I note from The Times that The Chancellor is considering a package of support for FTBs (first-time buyers) for the Autumn…
Are the Latest Mortgage Rates a New Norm or Short Term Blip? Mortgage rates have been quite the topic in the press over the last 12 months, along with the cost of living, political discord as well…
Advice for Aspiring First-Time Buyers Who Are Currently Deciding Between Continuing Renting or Buying - from a Mortgage Broker Asking a mortgage broker whether now is a good time to purchase a home…
Highest SVR for 25 Years Virgin Money (plus Clydesdale Bank and Yorkshire Bank) announced yesterday an increase in its SVR to 9.49%, maintaining its unenviable position as the mainstream lender with…
Mortgage Charter New FCA Rules In his statement announcing the Mortgage Charter The Chancellor said the changes he announced would be available to borrowers with “no questions asked”. The Bank of…
Jeremy Hunt's Mortgage Charter Jeremy Hunt has “agreed” 3 measures with lenders to help mortgage holders struggling with increasing rates. A genuine agreement of this sort would not normally be made…
Mortgage Mistakes to Avoid Whether you’re a first-time buyer or seasoned property owner, moving home can be a stressful experience. Finding the right property, putting your home on the market,…
CPI Figures to Push Up Mortgage Rates Although today's CPI figures show a fall to 8.7% the fall was less than expected and more worryingly core inflation increased from 6.2% to 6.8%. The comment in…
