Buying

Explore our buying podcast series! Here, we tackle essential questions to guide you through the mortgage and home-buying process. From understanding EPC’s impact on your mortgage to finding the best rates. Each episode has insights to help you make informed decisions at every step of your buying journey.

First Time Home Buyer Insurance

S14E26

Breaking down first time home buyer insurance if you’re about to become a #firsttimebuyer. In association with Skipton Building Society, we’ve broken down the basics. Tune in for: Types of insurance Policy add-ons to consider Japanese knotweed First-Home Focus is brought to you in association with Skipton Building Society. Why not subscribe to receive Move …

What is a Guarantor on a Loan

S14E21

We share what a guarantor on a loan means if you’re a #firsttimehomebuyer aspiring to buy your first property. Emma from Skipton Building Society sits down with Phil to explain how income booster mortgages work and the role and considerations for any guarantor. Tune in for: Application process Onward affordability Guarantor criteria First-Home Focus is …

Documents Needed For First Time Home Buyer

S14E30

Knowing the documents you need on your first home journey can be hard to keep up with, especially when considering all the documents needed for first time home buyer, so in association with Skipton Building Society, we summarise a handy checklist to help explain things for you. Tune in for: What mortgage lenders need When …

Mortgage in Principle for First Time Buyer

S14E14

Phil Spencer is joined by Andy from Skipton Building Society to explain what a mortgage in principle is, when to get one and how to use it. Tune in for: Advantages of having a DIP How long it lasts Top tips First-Home Focus is brought to you in association with Skipton Building Society. Why not …

How You Buy a House

S14E17

First home focus is here to share tips on how to buy a house. Between Move iQ & Skipton Building Society we’ve put together a 10 step plan to help you on your way to buying your first home. Tune in for: Location Location Location How to be a stand-out first-time buyer Befriend local agents …

How Does a Mortgage Work

S14E13

Join Phil Spencer and mortgage expert Umera Patel, in collaboration with Skipton Building Society, as they tackle common questions for first-time homebuyers, such as how does a mortgage work. Essential advice for anyone aiming to buy their first home! Tune in for: What should first-time buyers do when looking for a mortgage? Factors lenders consider …

Mortgage Offer for First Time Buyer

S14E12

Having a mortgage offer as a first-time buyer is exciting; you’ve been approved 🙌 Joining Phil to explain a bit more about mortgage offers, how long they last and what to do if you need to extend is Andy from Skipton Building Society. Tune in for: Difference between a mortgage in principle and a mortgage …

Buying a House Checklist

S14E11

Buying your first home can feel overwhelming, but we’ve got you covered! Louise Gookey breaks down a simple 10-point checklist to guide you through every step of the first-time buying process. From saving for a deposit to getting your paperwork in order and finding the right property, we’ll help you feel confident and prepared. Tune …

Stamp Duty for First Time Buyers

S14E16

In this First Home Focus episode brought to you by Move iQ & Skipton Building Society, Louise Gookey breaks down all you need to know about stamp duty for first-time buyers. Tune in for: What is stamp duty land tax? If the property is over £425,000 Buying with someone else First-Home Focus is brought to …

Get the latest property insights!


Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest insights and tips straight from property expert Phil Spencer.



Stay in the loop

Move iQ logo
Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience possible. Cookie information is stored in your browser and performs functions such as recognising you when you return to our website and helping our team to understand which sections of the website you find most interesting and useful.