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Mortgages can be complex. Our guides break down the intricacies of every vital mortgage topic including; deposits, guarantors, fixed or tracker and the lending available to first-time buyers. What type of mortgage are you looking for?
What the new stamp duty holiday means for you
The chancellor has announced temporary changes to stamp duty to help cut costs for anyone buying a home during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here's what it means for you.
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What is interest?
Borrowing costs money. A lender will usually charge a borrower a percentage of the money lent, rather than a flat fee. This is called interest. This guide covers the basics of how interest works, what it is and what it means for your finances.
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Should you get a fixed, tracker or variable rate mortgage?
Choosing a mortgage with the right type of interest rate can save you money and make sure you get a deal you can afford. Here are the differences between fixed, variable, tracker and capped mortgages.
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How to get a remortgage
Getting a new mortgage deal could cut the interest you pay and save thousands of pounds. Here is how to remortgage to a better deal, avoid fees and reduce what you pay each month.
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What is a bridging loan?
A bridging loan could help you buy a property while you wait for the sale of your existing home.
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What insurance do you need with your mortgage?
Your mortgage is likely to be the biggest expense you will face in life, but what happens if you can no longer pay it? Here are the types of insurance that can help you pay your mortgage.
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A complete guide to mortgages
Choosing the right mortgage will help you buy a home and could save you thousands of pounds. Here is everything you need to know to find the right one for you.
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Coronavirus: Getting a mortgage payment holiday
Try our handy tool to help you understand if a mortgage payment holiday is the right option for you and what impact it might have on your future payments.
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Should you rent or buy a home?
Buying your own home can be expensive but could save you money over the years. Renting offers less freedom to live by your own rules but more flexibility if you need to move. Here are the benefits of each and how to decide whether to rent or buy.
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How to save up a mortgage deposit
Saving a mortgage deposit is your first step towards buying your own home. Here is how deposits work, how to save one and what help you can get.
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Inheritance tax: the basics
Inheritance tax is paid on any assets you leave to family or friends when you die, we explain what you need to know and how to avoid it altogether.
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Should I buy a house with friends?
Buying a house is still out of reach for many first time buyers. Sharing the costs with friends or family can seem like a good idea, but what do you need to know before you take the plunge?
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