by scg_admin | Oct 27, 2021 | Buy to let, First time buyer, Mortgage, Remortgage
A Guide to Agreement in Principle: An Agreement in Principle (AIP) is common when applying for any mortgage, whether you’re a seasoned home mover or a first-time buyer. It gives you an idea of how much you will be able to get from a lender and many estate agents ask...
by scg_admin | Oct 25, 2021 | Buy to let, First time buyer, Mortgage, Remortgage
Instructing a Solicitor: One of the key parts of buying any house or flat is instructing a solicitor to carry out the legal transfer of the property from the seller. Needless to say, it’s important to choose the right partner here and to do your due diligence when...
by scg_admin | Aug 9, 2021 | First time buyer, Mortgage, News
The (Everything) You Need To Know Guide Financing Your House Buy One of the key challenges for first-time buyers is how to get the finances together and take that initial step onto the housing market. The size of deposits required just to qualify for a mortgage today...
by scg_admin | Jul 18, 2021 | First time buyer, Mortgage
Should you buy a new build or older property? (First home): New build vs Older Build: Buying your first home is a really exciting time, but it can often be a bit of a challenge too when it comes to deciding on the type of property you purchase. With the UK property...
by scg_admin | Jul 16, 2021 | Buy to let, First time buyer, Mortgage
Common repair problems for first-time buyers (and how to fix them yourself): So you’ve finally got the keys to your first property and are excitedly picking out paint colours and looking online for furniture to fill your new abode, but what happens if your honeymoon...
by scg_admin | Jul 15, 2021 | Buy to let, First time buyer, Mortgage, Remortgage
Mortgage Offer How does a lender decide whether to give you a mortgage offer? A mortgage offer is your first goal when applying for your mortgage, knowing how a lender makes the decision on whether to give your application the green light (or not, as the case may...
