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Gifted deposit for a mortgage

What is LTV? How to Calculate LTV - Loan to Value Ratio

LTV, or loan-to-value, is the percentage you are borrowing of the property value when you get a mortgage. IT affects the interest rates lenders charge

Gifted deposit for a mortgage

Mortgage Offers Explained | How Long Does A Mortgage Offer Last?

Read our guide to find out everything you need to know about mortgage offers, from how long they lost and how they differ from a mortgage in principle.

Are cashback mortgages worth it?

How To Get A Mortgage In 2024 - A Step-By-Step Guide

Applying for a mortgage can be daunting, but our guide explains everything you need to know, including what documents you need and how a broker can help.

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Whate Are Deposit Protection Schemes?

The deposit protection scheme is a vital safeguard for tenants and landlords alike, find out your responsibilities under the scheme as a residential landlord

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What Is Gazumping & How To Avoid It

Gazumping is when a seller accepts a better offer on their property after a sale has already been agreed with another buyer, but before contracts have been exchanged.

Young couple surrounded by boxes after porting their mortgage

Porting A Mortgage With The Same Lender 2024

If you are moving home you might be able to keep your existing mortgage and move it over to your new property - this is known as porting

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Should I Use A Mortgage Broker Or Bank, Which Is Better?

The bank vs mortgage broker debate is the first focus for many getting a mortgage. Your bank might seem like an easier option, but is this limiting your options, and if so, how?

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How Much Can I Borrow For A Mortgage

Finding out how much you can borrow before you look for a home is a good idea. We look at how lenders decide what size of mortgage they will offer you

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Moving House Checklist 2024 - Who To Notify

Moving home is among the most stressful things to do, but much of that stress can be mitigated by planning in advance. Our advice will help!

A dream kitchen like the one pictured could be one way to add value to your home.

How To Add Value To Your Home - Our Best Tips From Property Experts

Your home's value can fluctuate according to the market, but you can also increase its value by taking a few steps. Our guide explains further.

Interest rates - what to expect and how to prepare

Mortgage Market Review 2024 - What is the MMR?

The mortgage market review is a fundamental change to the UK's mortgage market, but what is the mortgage market review or MMR?

Deposit protection schemes

Mortgage Guide: Essential Information on Mortgages 2024

Looking for mortgage information? Use the mortgage guide for the essential facts you need to make an informed choice about your mortgage today.