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Too long! Selling a home takes an average of 5 months. But it can take much longer, especially if you’re in a chain. It takes 8 weeks to get a sale agreed on average. But this timescale depends on how ...

What are the benefits of life insurance? Financial protection for your loved ones: If you’re no longer around, it could mean your family being able to afford to stay in the family home. Peace of mind: ...

The UK’s financial watchdog has launched a ‘public conversation’ on the future of the mortgage market, aiming to boost homeownership and support growth. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has ...

On average, it takes around 5 months from making an offer to completion, although the entire process, from working out what you can afford, finding a place to getting the keys, can typically take 6 to ...

New Homes Ombudsman Enquiry All Party Parliamentary Group for Excellence in the Built Environment (APPGEBE) Email: [email protected] 14 th December 2017 Dear Sir/Madam, HomeOwners Alliance ...

What are the risks with family springboard mortgages? Family springboard mortgages are a type of guarantor mortgage; if you agree to put up your savings as security and things go wrong the worst case ...

Once you’ve got a rough idea, it’s important to get a ‘mortgage in principle’ This is an indication that a lender could lend you a specified amount, based on details you’ve provided about your income, ...

House prices are at such a high level that the average deposit required by first-time buyers has increased significantly over the years. According to Halifax, the average deposit first time buyers ...

There are different rates on additional homes in Wales and Scotland. Find out more with our guide to stamp duty on second homes or use our stamp duty calculator.. 2. Capital gains tax on second homes.

Updates to the exterior of your home can help to keep it in good condition and enhance its appearance. Changes to the exterior finish, paint colour and even your front door can boost the kerb appeal ...

RICS Homebuyer Surveys are a mid-level survey popular with most people buying a conventional property in a reasonable condition. They are less detailed – and less expensive – than RICS Building ...