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Mortgages guides
Check out our helpful guides to have all of your burning questions about mortgages explained. Covering a wide range of topics, from mortgage terminology and statistics, through to sourcing reputable mortgage advice from a broker when you're looking to buy, move or remortgage your property:
Buying vs Renting A House - Which Is Better In 2025?
In the long run buying a home is usually better value than renting. Despite the large upfront costs that come with paying a deposit, legal and mortgage fees
Costs & Fees Involved In Buying A House 2025
Home buying, moving and mortgage costs. Uswitch guide to all the costs of buying a house, including deposit, solicitor fees, stamp duty and conveyancing.
Self-employed mortgages guide: Compare best self-employed mortgages
Get the best self-employed mortgage for you. Plus, find out if it's harder to get one, how much you can borrow and what documents you need.
New Build Mortgages 2025 | New Home Mortgage Rates & Deals
You may find it slightly more challenging to get a mortgage for a new build home, and there are some key things to consider. We share some tips to help you
How Long Does It Take To Get A Mortgage?
The time it takes to get a mortgage will depend on a number of factors, find out more with our comprehensive guide.
Should I Go For Fixed Or Variable Rate Mortgage?
Our guide looks at variable vs fixed-rate mortgages and how to decide which one is right for your circumstances.
Second Home Mortgages in 2025 - How To Get One
A second home mortgage is a mortgage for buying a second home - not to be confused with getting a remortgage or second charge mortgage.
How To Save For A Mortgage Deposit In 2025
Saving for a mortgage deposit can be difficult for today’s first-time buyer. Find out how to save more quickly and effectively to get on the property ladder sooner than you think
Can You Get A Loan For A Mortgage Deposit?
Is taking out a loan for a house deposit an option? We explain whether this is possible and how it could affect your chances of getting a mortgage.
Remortgage To Release Equity
What is equity and how can you access it? We explain how you can remortgage to release equity, getting cash from your home.
Holiday Let Mortgages
Looking for a holiday let mortgage? Find out if you could get a mortgage for a holiday home and how to find the best rates available.
Mortgage Repayment Holidays
A repayment holiday is an agreement with your lender to take a break from your monthly mortgage payments, we look at how this impacts you in the long term