28th September 2023

Sussex Village named as one of best in UK – How much is a property there?

Written by Joe Mellor
Posted in First Time Buyers, Lifestyle, Mortgages, Personal Finance, Property

A Sussex Village has been named as one of the best in the UK by a national newspaper. So where is it? What could I… Read More

26th September 2023

Inside the most expensive house in Brighton (well Hove, actually!) that’s just had huge price reduction

Written by Joe Mellor
Posted in Homebuying Process, Lifestyle, Markets, Mortgages, Property

The most expensive house in Brighton (well Hove, actually – as the joke goes) is an amazing property and it would have cost you… Read More

18th September 2023

What could you buy for £450k in Brighton?

Written by Joe Mellor
Posted in Buy-to-Let, First Time Buyers, Markets, Mortgage Support, Mortgages, Property

Brighton has always been a very popular place to visit, and many visitors must wonder what it would cost to live there. So what could… Read More

7th September 2023

My Interest only Mortgage is ending soon – what are the options?

Written by Sam Murphy
Posted in Equity Release, Mortgages, Property, Remortgaging

My interest-only mortgage term is ending. It is a question many people are asking themselves. Don’t worry, you are not alone. As of the end… Read More

24th August 2023

What is Bridging Finance?

Written by Sam Murphy
Posted in Homebuying Process, Mortgages, Property, Remortgaging

Bridging finance – often referred to as a bridging loan or bridge loan – is a short-term secured loan. Its purpose is to act as… Read More

18th August 2023

What is Mortgage Porting?

Written by Sam Murphy
Posted in Buy-to-Let, Homebuying Process, Mortgages, Property

If you’re an existing homeowner thinking of moving and have months or years left on your current mortgage product, you should consider whether Porting your… Read More

27th July 2023

When should I apply for a remortgage?

Written by Sam Murphy
Posted in Homebuying Process, Mortgages, Property, Remortgaging

Over the last few days, a number of mortgage lenders have shown early signs of (finally!) reducing their interest rates. While this good news might… Read More

30th June 2023

What is the new Mortgage Charter and what help does it offer?

Written by Sam Murphy
Posted in Markets, Mental Health & Wellbeing, Mortgage Support, Mortgages, Personal Finance, Property, The Economy

With the cost of living soaring beyond expectation, a lot of people are feeling the pinch.  Just when they thought they’d already tightened their belts… Read More

2nd June 2023

Underwriting: What Happens once my mortgage application is submitted?

Written by Sam Murphy
Posted in Buy-to-Let, First Time Buyers, Homebuying Process, Mortgages, Property

You’ve found your dream home, you’ve met with your broker to sign the paperwork, and your mortgage application has been submitted to the lender. Now… Read More

19th May 2023

What are Green Mortgages?

Written by Sam Murphy
Posted in Buy-to-Let, Energy Efficiency, Equity Release, First Time Buyers, Homebuying Process, Mortgages, Property

For many individuals as well as financial institutions, the pressure is on to create ways to help make the world a greener planet. As a… Read More