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Pros and cons of new build homes
When it comes to deciding whether to buy a new build or an older property you need to look at the pros and cons of new build versus an...

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Jul 17, 20246 min read


Why getting a home survey is crucial for homebuyers
Matthew Cumber, managing director of Countrywide Surveying Services, explains why a survey should be talked of, and viewed as, an...

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Jul 15, 20242 min read


9 ways to avoid inheritance tax
Rising property prices means more families are drawn into the inheritance tax net. But with careful planning, you can reduce the portion...

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Jul 11, 20245 min read


What a new Labour government means for you
As Labour wins the 2024 general election, here’s what it means for housing. Article by Rebecca Gamble in Home Owners Alliance As Sir Keir...

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Jul 5, 20243 min read


Conservatives lose nearly half of homeowner votes
As Britain heads to the polls new research shows that the Conservatives have seen a significant decline in support from homeowners, with...

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Jul 4, 20242 min read


A Deeper Dive into the Conservative and Labour Housing Policies
With the general election looming, we’re taking a look at the Conservative and Labour Party Housing policies. How will they impact the...

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Jul 4, 20245 min read


4 Ways to Transform Your Home With Daylight and Fresh Air
Natural light and indoor air quality are crucial to a healthy home and can have a massive impact on our mental wellbeing, productivity...

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Jun 26, 20243 min read


Bank of England votes 7-2 to hold interest rates at 5.25%
The Bank's Monetary Policy Committee has held rates for a sixth consecutive time. The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee has...

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Jun 20, 20244 min read


10 Home Improvement Tips for Any Homeowner
Homeowners carry a lot of responsibility when it comes to their houses. Basic responsibilities include home improvement and ongoing...

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Jun 19, 20245 min read


Inflation drops back to Bank of England’s 2% target
Inflation has eased to the Bank of England’s 2% target, according to the latest data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). This...

Mortgage Tree
Jun 19, 20247 min read


Home Buyers urged to protect themselves as ‘Gazumping’ reaches record levels
Gazumping cases are on the rise. A staggering 37% of buyers are now being gazumped and this is up 6% in the last two years. But while...

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Jun 13, 20244 min read


Credit scoring vs credit checking in a tougher market
Understanding the fundamental differences between a credit score and a credit check and how they are used by mortgage lenders is a key...

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Jun 11, 20243 min read


The key property issues the next government must focus on
Mike Cook, chief mortgage officer at Market Financial Solutions, explores what property-related solutions the public would like to see...

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Jun 11, 20246 min read


Conveyancing timeline: How long does it take?
You can't buy or sell a home without going through conveyancing. It’s the legal process that transfers the ownership of a property from...

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Jun 7, 20245 min read


What the general election means for BTL legislation and your mortgage
Jeni Browne, MFB, and Peter Littlewood, iHowz Landlord Association, discuss what the PRS needs from the upcoming general election and...

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Jun 7, 20244 min read


Tips for showing your house
If you use an online estate agent to sell your home you'll usually conduct the viewings yourself, unless you pay extra. We look at the...

Mortgage Tree
May 30, 20248 min read


Bank of England maintains interest rate at 16-year high
In a widely anticipated move, the Bank of England has maintained the interest rate at 5.25%, marking the sixth consecutive hold at this...

Mortgage Tree
May 9, 20246 min read


What will rates do next?
Of course it is an incredibly difficult one to answer, nigh on impossible, and there are plenty of arguments to suggest advisers should...

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May 9, 20243 min read


Selling a house after divorce
Have you split from your ex and want to find out about the process of selling a house after divorce? We take a look at your options and...

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May 3, 20243 min read


What can go wrong between exchange and completion
Article From Home Owners Alliance by Ruth Jackson-Kirby Once you’ve exchanged contracts on a property a lot of the worry and stress goes...

Mortgage Tree
May 3, 20247 min read
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