Mortgages in Retirement: What Your Options Really Look Like
Mortgages in retirement are possible. Here’s how lenders assess income, what products exist, and how to find the right adviser for later-life borrowing.
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Mortgage Affordability: How Lenders Decide What You Can Borrow
Understand how mortgage affordability works, why lenders differ, and the steps that can help you borrow more safely.
7 Practical Ways to Build a Mortgage Deposit
Practical, proven ways to build a mortgage deposit faster: from LISAs to debt reduction, income boosts, and saving strategies that actually work.
Mortgage Offers: How Long They Last, What Can Go Wrong
Mortgage offers usually last 3–6 months. Here’s what can delay things, what happens if rates change, and how to avoid your offer expiring.
Types of Mortgages Explained (With Real Examples)
Types of UK mortgages explained with clear examples — fixed, tracker, discount, offset, interest-only, shared ownership and family-assisted options.
The Process of Getting a Mortgage for Home Buyers
A clear, step-by-step guide to getting a mortgage; from first chat with an adviser to collecting the keys on completion day.
Finding a Surveyor: What They Do and When You'll Need One
Learn what surveyors do, when you need one, and how to choose the right type; from homebuyer reports to snagging surveys, before buying or selling
What Does a Conveyancer Do and Why You’ll Need One
A conveyancer handles the legal side of buying or selling a home. Here’s what they do, why you need one, and how to find someone you can trust.
What to Ask During a Property Viewing (Before You Fall in Love With the Wallpaper)
Viewing a property isn’t a vibe check; it’s detective work. Learn what to ask, what to check, and how to show agents you’re a serious buyer, not just a dreamer.