Five ways to reduce mortgage appointment anxiety
Jade talks about her top tips on dealing with anxiety when it comes to a mortgage appointment.
Five ways a professional money blogger prepares for moving house
The UK's Best Money Making Blogger, Emma Drew shares her tips for a smooth house move.
What is stamp duty - and do I have to pay it?
Stamp Duty Land Tax is a tax you pay when you buy a house costing more than £125,000. Everyone has to pay it, unless you’re a first time buyer and your house is worth less than £500,000. If you're not a first time buyer, the stamp duty rate and the amount you pay varies according to the price of the property.
The hidden costs of moving house
A house-buyers' list of what might cost you extra cash up front, which you might not be told about at the start of your journey.
Nine steps to getting on the property ladder
Buying your first home can seem daunting but we’re here to help with a selection of handy guides and nine steps to take in order to get you onto the property ladder!
Self employed mortgage guide
Five things to bear in mind if you are self-employed and looking for a mortgage.
No Mortgage Stress - Margaret
Relationship break-ups are never easy, especially when there is property involved, as Margaret Stone found out during her recent divorce.
No Mortgage Stress - Jenny
Recently single customer, Jenny, realised she could buck the Millennial house buying trend and buy on her own, thanks to the help and support of her local branch.
No Mortgage Stress - Anna and Dan
First time buyers Anna and Dan recently moved into a detached home in Matlock, using a 25% deposit made up of savings they had built up in Help To Buy: ISAs, twinned with a Help To Buy scheme loan.
Is a Retirement Interest Only mortgage for me?
If you’re nearing retirement age assessing your later life borrowing options could be a way to find a little financial freedom.