Top 10 Benefits of Working with a Mortgage Broker
The thought of refinancing a mortgage or applying for a new line of credit can be very stressful for many people.
However, the myriad of...
Resident vs. Non Resident Tax UK – Dividends
Being a landlord in the UK is great, whether this was by accident or fully intentional, there are many different tax implications that you...
Three Reasons to Consider Shared Ownership
Property prices in the UK are at an all-time high, especially for first-time buyers, for whom prices and rents have jumped three times faster...
Does a conservatory add value to your home? How much value will a conservatory...
This article explore whether conservatories are really worth the money. When it comes to conservatory installation to help you decide whether this is the right renovation route for you...
The Pros and Cons of Using Your Home as Collateral for a Loan
If you need a moderate or large sum of money right now and are looking at your financing options, you have probably started looking...
What Factors Influence Property Value in the UK
Property value is shaped by a combination of fixed factors, such as location and size, and variable ones, including condition, energy efficiency, and layout....
Help to Buy: Equity Loan Ending – What Help is Available?
For just over a decade, the Government has operated ‘Help to Buy’ schemes in England. The first of these, ‘NewBuy’, which ran from 2012...
Will lenders grant mortgages on properties affected by Japanese knotweed?
Selling a house that’s affected by Japanese knotweed can be very difficult.
For one thing, this invasive plant species—which has been known to grow at...
How to Rent a Flat in London
I lived and worked in London for over 15 years and rented the entire time I was there. I’ve lived in flatshares, apartments, shared...
Refinancing vs. Home Equity Loan: What’s the Difference?
Refinancing and home equity is a different kind of loan.
As a homeowner, you need to know and weigh the two types of loans’ advantages...