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Buying that first property is exciting, nerve-wracking and a step towards independence for many of us. To ensure no problems arise, here’s some essential first time buyer advice.

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Do First-Time Buyers Pay Stamp Duty?

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The stamp duty land tax (SDLT) relates to both freehold and leasehold properties over £250,000. It applies whether you’re buying with a mortgage or not. But – things are different...

First-Time Buyer Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Buying

Avoid the common mistakes made by first-time buyers. Learn how to save for a larger deposit to improve your chances of getting the best mortgage deal.

First-Time Buyer Insurance: A Handy Guide

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First-time buyer insurance can be complicated, but it's a crucial step in the home buying process. Discover the types of insurance and make an infor...

First-Time Buyer Checklist: Your Step-By-Step Guide

Buying

Feeling daunted by the prospect of buying a house? Here’s a first-time buyer checklist to help the road to becoming a homeowner run a little smoother. Buying first...

Buying a Home – What Can I Afford?

Buying

When you’re renting, the process of saving up and getting ready to buy a home can seem like a huge financial mountain to climb. But, for many would-be...

Can I Afford a Mortgage?

Buying

It’s time to ask yourself a vital question before you start searching for your perfect pad: can I afford a mortgage? The answer to this depends on lots of...

Estate Agents Legal Obligations to Buyers

Buying

Estate agents are instructed by sellers work on their behalf. What are estate agents legal obligations to buyers in the property market?

Do Estate Agents Need Proof of Funds?

Buying

Buying a home is expensive. Here, we've everything you need to know about why estate agents need proof of funds & what to expect as a buyer.

What’s a Joint Mortgage?

Buying

What's a joint mortgage? Did you know that first-time buyers could get on the property ladder quicker this way? Read on to find out more.

Do First-Time Buyers Pay Stamp Duty?

First-Time Buyer Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

First-Time Buyer Insurance: A Handy Guide

First-Time Buyer Checklist: Your Step-By-Step Guide

Buying a Home – What Can I Afford?

Can I Afford a Mortgage?

Does EPC Affect Mortgage? | S8E13

How to Get a Mortgage Over 40 | S8E12

What Are Green Mortgages? | S8E11

Estate Agents Legal Obligations to Buyers

Do Estate Agents Need Proof of Funds?

What’s a Joint Mortgage?

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Do First-Time Buyers Pay Stamp Duty?

First-Time Buyer Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

First-Time Buyer Insurance: A Handy Guide

First-Time Buyer Checklist: Your Step-By-Step Guide

Buying a Home – What Can I Afford?

Can I Afford a Mortgage?

Does EPC Affect Mortgage? | S8E13

How to Get a Mortgage Over 40 | S8E12

What Are Green Mortgages? | S8E11

Estate Agents Legal Obligations to Buyers

Do Estate Agents Need Proof of Funds?

What’s a Joint Mortgage?

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