November 2017 saw the Bank of England raise interest rates for the first time in a decade, from 0.25 per cent to 0.5 per cent, causing a number of lenders to increase their mortgage rates. The Bank of England has indicated there could be further rate rises, so if you’re on a Standard Variable Rate […]
Autumn Budget Notes
We are pleased to present our summary of the 2017 Autumn Budget. Please click here to view the Budget Notes.
How to choose a good conveyancer
Conveyancing is an important part of the home buying process, and it’s important to note it’s required when both buying and selling a property. So what should you consider when choosing a property solicitor to carry out your conveyancing? It’s important to use a qualified property solicitor who’ll be able to take care of a […]
The ninth largest lender
34% of first-time buyers relied on their parents for financial help, making the ‘bank of mum and dad’, the equivalent of the UK’s ninth largest lender in 2017. If you’re trying to get on the housing ladder, you’ll know how hard it can be: The average price of a first home is over £200,000 in […]
What makes a good Buy to Let investment?
With property prices continuing to rise, Buy to Let can be an attractive way to invest. But whether you are buying your first Buy to Let property, or adding to your portfolio, it’s important to consider what’s involved. Being a landlord As well as the obvious duties of finding tenants and making sure they pay their […]