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With more than 25 years of experience in the property sector, Phil Spencer's tips for buying or renting a house will help you through this notoriously stressful process. Whether you're buying or renting your first home or a seasoned property professional, Phil shares his property advice, guidance and insights to help you move home with confidence.

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Do I Need Mortgage Protection Insurance?

Buying

Mortgage protection insurance – also knowns as an MPPI policy – is an extra safeguarding measure for homeowners that is usually advised. If you have ever wondered what...

What is Rent to Buy?

Buying

So, what is Rent to Buy? The housing scheme gives you the option to rent a newly built home for a period of time. You can then buy...

Energy Saving Tips for Homeowners

Owning

As the festive season hits top gear, people up and down the country are preparing to spend a little more than usual. The typical household spends £800 more...

Mortgage Declined – What’s Next?

Buying

If you’ve had your mortgage declined, it’s easy to think the worst. But, your dreams of buying a house aren’t over. This doesn’t have to be the end!...

What is Indemnity Insurance? A Handy Guide

Buying

Indemnity insurance is a phrase you might hear from your solicitor when buying a property. It’s a form of protection many take out to cover them in certain...

When Do You Pay Estate Agent Fees?

Selling

Estate agent fees can be hard to swallow, especially on top of stamp duty, legal fees and removal costs. But for most people, they’re an inevitable part of...

Cost of Selling a House: The Breakdown

Selling

Ever wondered about the true cost of selling a house? It’s time to break it down. From mortgage and estate agent fees to cleaning charges and removal costs,...

Guide to Selling a House: What You Need to Know

Selling

Picture the scene. You’re thinking about selling your property, but you’re lost when it comes to knowing where to start. From solicitors to contracts, there’s a lot to...

Mortgage Interest Rates: A Handy Guide

Buying

If you’re struggling to get your head around mortgage interest rates, you’re not alone. From LTV to SVR, there are plenty of terms to make sense of. If...

How to Create Energy Efficient Homes in 2020

Owning

Climate change is all around us – and it’s not good news. Four new UK weather records were set in 2019, including the highest winter and summer temperatures...

House Market Predictions 2020: A Bounce Back?

News

Have you been puzzled and frustrated by the economic uncertainty and the politics of recent times? Not sure whether house prices are rising or when the best time...

How to Deck the Halls When Renting

Renting

‘Tis the season to be jolly and all. But, if you live in a rental property, you might be faced with restrictions when it comes to festive decorating....

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Do I Need Mortgage Protection Insurance?

What is Rent to Buy?

Energy Saving Tips for Homeowners

Mortgage Declined – What’s Next?

What is Indemnity Insurance? A Handy Guide

When Do You Pay Estate Agent Fees?

Cost of Selling a House: The Breakdown

Guide to Selling a House: What You Need to Know

Mortgage Interest Rates: A Handy Guide

Selling a House: Why Isn’t it Working?

Renting with Bad Credit

Rental Property Advice Playlist

Renting a Home Advice | Podcast S2E6

End of Tenancy Guide | Podcast S2E5

Good Tenant Qualities: Renting Guide | Podcast S2E4

How to Create Energy Efficient Homes in 2020

House Market Predictions 2020: A Bounce Back?

How to Deck the Halls When Renting