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Owning your home is a very special feeling. You'll want to make the very best of your property and keep it well maintained. Here we share practical advice on how to do that.

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What is a Compulsory Purchase Order?

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In this article we take a look at compulsory purchase orders, what they are and how they are used in the UK? Find out more

Mortgage payment holiday | What You Need to Know

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We take a closer look at what a mortgage payment holiday is if you are eligible and what the implications are.

Extend a House | What to Consider

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More people are seeking advice to extend a house, but what do you need to consider first? Read on to find out.

Remortgaging – When Your House Value Has Increased

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If the value of your home has increased you could release equity from your home or be eligible for a better mortgage deal. Find out more.

Restrictive Covenants | What You Need to Know

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Restrictive covenants often determine what changes a homeowner can and can't make. What does this mean for you?

What Happens When My Fixed Rate Mortgage Ends?

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With rising interest rates, homeowners wonder; what happens when my fixed rate mortgage ends? This guide will be exploring just that & more.

Reasons to Remortgage

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We’ve looked at the different reasons to remortgage. Remortgaging means switching mortgages to a new lender or a different home loan. Read on!

How To Avoid Getting Into Mortgage Arrears

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With interest rates rising & mortgage products being withdrawn or re-priced, many homeowners are worried about mortgage arrears. Read on

What is a Lifetime Mortgage?

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A lifetime mortgage is a type of equity release product. It allows homeowners over 55 to secure a long-term loan against their home.

What is Japanese Knotweed and What Should You Do About It?

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What is Japanese knotweed? It's estimated 1.45 million homes are affected by it in the UK. But why it is often seen as a nuisance?

Party Wall Agreement | What You Need To Know

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Discover what a party wall agreement is, vital for legally carrying out construction work on shared walls with neighbours.

What Does Woodworm Look Like?

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As a homeowner, you might come across woodworm. But do you know what woodworm looks like? How to identify it & deal with it?

What is a Compulsory Purchase Order?

Mortgage payment holiday | What You Need to Know

Extend a House | What to Consider

Remortgaging – When Your House Value Has Increased

Restrictive Covenants | What You Need to Know

What Happens When My Fixed Rate Mortgage Ends?

Reasons to Remortgage

How To Avoid Getting Into Mortgage Arrears

What is a Lifetime Mortgage?

Home Renovation Post-Lockdown | Podcast S4E8

Best Home Improvements to Focus On | Podcast S4E7

What DIY Should I Do? | Podcast S4E6

What is Japanese Knotweed and What Should You Do About It?

Party Wall Agreement | What You Need To Know

What Does Woodworm Look Like?

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What is a Compulsory Purchase Order?

Mortgage payment holiday | What You Need to Know

Extend a House | What to Consider

Remortgaging – When Your House Value Has Increased

Restrictive Covenants | What You Need to Know

What Happens When My Fixed Rate Mortgage Ends?

Reasons to Remortgage

How To Avoid Getting Into Mortgage Arrears

What is a Lifetime Mortgage?

Home Renovation Post-Lockdown | Podcast S4E8

Best Home Improvements to Focus On | Podcast S4E7

What DIY Should I Do? | Podcast S4E6

What is Japanese Knotweed and What Should You Do About It?

Party Wall Agreement | What You Need To Know

What Does Woodworm Look Like?

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