Buying a home involves far more than just agreeing a price. Behind the scenes, your solicitor carries out a series of legal checks and property searches designed to protect both you and your purchase. In this episode of our conveyancing series with Napthens Solicitors, we break down what these checks actually involve and why they’re …
What exactly does a buying agent or property finder do? In this episode, Phil Spencer hosts a panel discusssion with David, Jennifer and Danny, from Garrington Property Finders to explore the role of buying agents/property finders in the UK and how they support people through the property buying process. They discuss how buying agents help …
This episode is a guide to porting your mortgage. Phil is joined by Simon from @SkiptonBuildingSociety to unpack the ins and outs of the process, so if you’re planning a move but keen to keep your current mortgage deal, this conversation explains what porting actually means and how it works in practice. Porting a mortgage …
Today we’re discussing how to keep your property sale moving smoothly- and what the legal timeline actually entails. From offer accepted to completion can often take months, and Phil and Sarah from Napthens Solicitors are here to explain what’s actually going on during that time. If you’re buying or selling soon, follow along this series …
In this episode, Phil Spencer is joined by Nathan Emerson, CEO of Propertymark, for the latest UK property market update and what shifts we are seeing in 2026. They discuss what’s really happening across the property market as we head into spring 2026. Including trends and current affairs affecting buyers, sellers and renters. And what …
In this episode, Phil sits down with Emma from Skipton Building Society to discuss how easy switching mortgage lenders can be. If you’re wondering whether moving away from your current lender is worth it, this conversation covers why homeowners choose to switch, how long the process can take, and what costs you might need to …
In this episode of our conveyancing series, Phil and Sarah explore how to choose the right conveyancer and get your property sale off to the best possible start. From finding a solicitor to understanding what happens once you’ve instructed one, they break down the key steps and what you should be thinking about early in …
In this first episode of our six-part series on understanding your mortgage, we’re joined by Simon from Skipton Building Society to break down the essentials: a guide to remortgaging for the first time. We explore what remortgaging means, how to get ready for your current deal coming to an end, and how to compare mortgage …
What is conveyancing – and what is your solicitor actually doing when you buy a home? In this new series in collaboration with Napthens Solicitors, we break down the full legal process of buying and selling a property in plain English. If you’ve ever wondered what happens behind the scenes during your purchase – and …
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