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Are cashback mortgages worth it?
A cashback mortgage will give you a cash lump sum when you successfully apply for one, but do they always offer the best value for money overall? We look at the answer
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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.
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How to save for a mortgage deposit
Saving for a mortgage deposit typically takes around ten years and requires careful planning and discipline with your money
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Regulated buy to let mortgages
Consumer buy to let mortgages are regulated as residential mortgages aimed at 'accidental' or non-professional landlords
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Should I pay off my mortgage early?
Is paying a mortgage off early always a good thing? We explain what your options are, and the benefits if you want to clear your mortgage ahead of time. We also explain what the alternatives are if the repayment penalty is just too costly.
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How Much is Stamp Duty?
Stamp Duty is a lump sum tax that is owed when purchasing a property or land that is valued over a certain amount.
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Second Home Mortgages - Uswitch explains
A second home mortgage is a mortgage for buying a second home - not to be confused with getting a remortgage or second charge mortgage.
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Mortgages for Holiday Lets - Uswitch Guide to Holiday Lets
Learn more about financing holiday home properties. Looking for a holiday let mortgage? Find out if you could get a mortgage for a holiday home
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Guarantor and Family Help Mortgages
Parents, families and friends can help out first time buyers with deposits, a guarantor mortgage or family offset mortgages. We reveal what's involved.
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How to Get a Mortgage if You're Self-Employed - Uswitch.com
If you work for yourself as a freelancer or contractor or are classed as self employed and are looking for a mortgage? Read our self-employed mortgage guide
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How to become a buy to let landlord - Uswitch
Investing in buy to let property has become a popular in recent years, what do you need to know before you become a buy to let landlord?
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Mortgage repayment holidays
A repayment holiday is an agreement with a lender to allow you to take a break usually for a month or two or perhaps longer from your usual payment plan.
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