Taking a closer look at the UK Mortgage Guarantee Scheme Here we are taking a closer look at the UK Mortgage Guarantee Scheme The April budget speech gave first-time home buyers more than a glimmer of hope, with the introduction of a Mortgage Guarantee Scheme. This government measure aims to inject life into the lackluster …
Gazumping is back! Top tips to protect yourself When a buyer finally finds the property they have been searching for, it feels like a dream come true. The excitement and sense of relief that their search is over can be overwhelming, but it is easy to think that the hard part is over. Unfortunately, for …
What happens after an offer is accepted may not be one of your first thoughts. When you decide it is time to move home, it is easy to focus on finding your new property. Identifying what you want, looking online, and attending viewings is a truly exciting time. You may view several properties, but eventually, …
Stamp duty holiday: Savings are still to be had! Over the last year, the property market has revolved around the stamp duty holiday. Following the announcement in July 2020, fresh energy swept the market as buyers raced to benefit from the savings. While the market was busy, onlookers nervously anticipated the impact the holiday deadline …
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Abolishing Stamp Duty As I write this article, we are now past the initial Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) holiday that closed on 30th June and so I thought it would be useful to assess its impact and what learnings we should take from it. First of all, let’s recap, as in March, the government …
Why use a mortgage broker rather than go it alone. The simple answer is….. because a mortgage broker can save you money! A no-brainer. A qualified mortgage broker is a specialist who can find mortgage deals and options to ensure you end up with something that best meets your needs. They can also help you …