Home finance
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What is a lifetime mortgage and is it the right option for you?
A lifetime mortgage can help unlock your wealth without forcing you to sell the home you love.
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What is an offset mortgage and how does it work?
Here’s everything you need to know
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How to claim on your home insurance: a first-time claimants guide
Everything you need to know about making a claim on your home insurance to help it go smoothly, including the steps to take and how the process works
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Alternatives to equity release: what are your options?
There’s more than one way to access the wealth that’s built up in your home, but which alternative to equity release is right for you?
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How to cut the cost of home insurance – without losing cover
Knowing how to cut the cost of home insurance (without compromising your cover) is crucial at a time when prices are rising all around us
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Joint mortgages guide: how to buy property with a partner, friend or family member
Joint mortgages might be a great way to get on the property ladder, but they do require careful consideration
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Green mortgages explained
Lenders are rushing to launch 'green mortgages' but how do these deals work and will they reduce the cost of buying a more environmentally-friendly home?
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How to sell your house: a pain-free guide to putting your house on the market
Find out the best process to follow to keep your house sale as stress-free as possible
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Interest-only mortgages guide: pros, cons and suitability explained
If you’re looking for a flexible home loan, interest-only mortgages could be for you but make sure you understand the benefits and drawbacks first
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Buying a house with cash – the process explained
Check out our guide for everything you need to know about purchasing a home with cash
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First time buyer schemes to help you get on to the property ladder
We’ve rounded up the first-time buyer schemes you need to know about to get you on the first rung of the property ladder
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Unoccupied house insurance - why and when do you need it?
You might need unoccupied house insurance if your property is left empty for a long period of time
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Buying a house: the step-by-step process
Follow this in-depth article to find out everything you need to know about buying a house
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Renovation insurance - when do you need it?
Specialist renovation insurance could be a worthwhile investment if you’re having substantial work done on your home
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What is a mortgage broker and should you use one?
Ever asked yourself ‘what is a mortgage broker?’ We explain how using a mortgage broker could save you time and money when searching the mortgage market
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Early repayment charges: what are they and how can you avoid them?
Here’s everything homeowners need to know about early repayment charges when they are moving mortgage deals.
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Best places to get free mortgage advice right now
Navigate the mortgage maze without paying a fortune by using our guide to finding the best free mortgage advice
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Bad credit mortgages: what are your options?
If you’ve struggled with money in the past, borrowing can be tricky; find out how a bad credit mortgage could help you buy your own home
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How to connect an HP printer to WiFi – a step-by-step guide
If you're wondering how to connect an HP printer to WiFi, we've got you covered in this simple step-by-step guide that explains all
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Remortgaging guide – how to get the best mortgage deal
This guide to remortgaging is for anyone who needs to switch their mortgage. Here's what you need to know
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Equity release mortgages explained - expert advice for homeowners
Unlocking a chunk of cash by tapping into the equity in your home can be a way to transform your finances later in life
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Porting your mortgage – transferring your home loan, explained
Here's how to take your homeowner's loan with you when you go
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The Help to Buy scheme explained – including the new equity loan
Find out how the Help to Buy scheme allows first time buyers to purchase a new build property with an equity loan
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Mortgages in later life – a guide for mature borrowers
Later life mortgages are aimed at the over 55s who wish borrow or release equity as they enter retirement
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What is contents insurance? What it covers and why you need it
The home insurance for the belongings that 'live' in your house explained
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Council tax single person discount explained – and how to apply
If you live alone, or with young children, ensure you make a saving on your council tax to help reduce the cost of living
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First-time buyer mortgage guide – advice and tips for new homeowners
Expert advice covering everything you need to know about borrowing for your first home
