Watch out for these mortgage scams

2025-03-03T16:52:59+00:00July 25th, 2024|Bridging finance, Family finances, First time buyer, Further advance, General tips, Mortgage, Remortgage|

Your first step of protection? Avoid scams by always using a trusted mortgage broker Even with increased online security and tight rules and regulations, so many scams are going around. We live in a world where buying or selling a property is possible without meeting face-to-face with your conveyancer, mortgage broker, estate agent, surveyor, [...]

What is a ‘stress test’, and how do they work?

2024-03-04T12:43:26+00:00March 4th, 2024|Mortgage, Product transfer, Remortgage|

Are you coming to the end of a fixed rate mortgage or have your circumstances changed? For example, a new baby or job? We do a deep dive into one of the more complex concepts of mortgages and why your circumstances might affect them. Have you heard of ‘stress tests’ before? Introduced in 2014, [...]

Remortgaging: To move banks, or to stay?

2023-09-06T11:17:06+00:00September 6th, 2023|Mortgage, Product transfer, Remortgage|

When it comes to managing your mortgage, there often comes a point where you need to make a decision that could significantly impact your financial future. Two common options that homeowners consider are mortgage product transfers and remortgages. While both choices offer unique advantages, the importance of seeking advice from a professional mortgage adviser [...]

More support and flexibility for mortgage holders

2023-08-02T07:55:48+00:00August 2nd, 2023|Mortgage, Remortgage|

You may have seen that a number of lenders have signed up to the Governments recently created Mortgage Charter (Mortgage Charter - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk), which provides further support and flexibility to residential mortgage customers. These are: Anyone worried about their mortgage repayments can call their lender for information and support, without any impact on [...]

How to fund a home renovation

2023-07-11T10:37:52+00:00July 11th, 2023|Mortgage, Remortgage|

Whether you're dreaming of a modern kitchen, a luxurious bathroom, or expanding your living space, funding your home renovation project can be a challenge. However, there are two options worth considering: applying for a further advance or applying for a remortgage. Further advance If you're happy with your current mortgage, applying for a further [...]

Could you save money by remortgaging? Possibly. Should you rush and panic to do so? Definitely Not

2022-02-08T12:50:35+00:00February 8th, 2022|Mortgage, Remortgage|

Everywhere you turn there are articles and stories on the rises in the cost of living. The rise in rates impacting the mortgage market is no different. Rates do indeed continue to climb, however not at the frightening pace it is often depicted. Rates are rising from the lowest rates we have seen [...]