First-time buyers need to borrow up to 15x their salary to afford a home in some UK cities, new report reveals According to the new first-time buyer affordability report from Mojo Mortgages, a fee-free mortgage broker, aspiring homeowners in cities such as Bath may need to borrow up to 15 times their annual […]
When it comes to increasing the value of your property, few things are as effective as a well-thought-out landscaping plan. Whether you’re preparing to sell or simply want to enjoy your outdoor space more, landscaping can significantly enhance both the aesthetic and financial value of your property. In this guide, […]
Buying a home is an exciting journey, but it’s important to look beyond the surface and consider factors which will impact on the long-term running costs of your new property, such as energy efficiency. By focusing on key details like insulation, utility expenses, and solar potential, you can ensure your […]
The financial success of your buy-to-let depends on the investment making a profit, and both the property value and your profits at least keeping up with inflation. So, before buying, it’s essential to carry out extensive research on prices, trends and demand in your area, and ‘stress test’ your figures […]
Shared Ownership is still relatively young compared to most forms of property ownership and understandably there is some confusion about this tenure, especially when it comes to selling. In the Q&As below, we hope to address some of those questions. Is it more difficult to sell a shared ownership property […]
As a general rule of principle, the best time to buy a property is when prices have dipped down and are just starting to rise. The market moves in cycles, so if you can make a purchase at the start of a period of price growth, that should help ensure […]
Buying a home has always been seen as a life goal for many young people, often being favoured over renting and holding precedence over other ways for people to get onto the housing ladder. Some people see renting as throwing money away, or paying for your landlord’s mortgage while considering […]
The main reason that people invest in home insurance is to keep their property covered if it is seriously damaged. This damage can be from anything, as long as it wasn’t the homeowner’s fault, such as natural disaster damage. Our homes being victims of a natural disaster can heavily affect […]
The latest market insight from quick sale specialists, Open Property Group, reveals seven common reasons that could explain why a home isn’t selling and how these issues can best be addressed. There are numerous reasons why a property struggles to sell. Many of which can be addressed relatively easily by the […]
Investing in the property market can be a highly rewarding venture if approached strategically. The allure of finding undervalued properties, often referred to as hidden gems, lies in their potential to yield substantial returns. These properties are usually overlooked by the general market but hold significant promise due to factors […]
