What You Need To Consider Before Buying Your First House
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The average price for a property in the UK is £288,000 in February 2023, according to the ONS. This figure has increased by £16,000 since last year. The rising costs are not predicted to slow, so now could be a good time to look into buying your first home. But how do you get on[…]
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How To Find Your Perfect First Home
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This is one of your biggest if not the biggest purchase in your life, so you really want to get it right. Therefore, it is essential that you think about this long term. You will have to come head-to-head with additional costs, property research, squeezing information out of the seller and much more. Keep reading[…]
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The First-Time Buyer’s Ultimate Guide To Mortgages
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At 359,000 people, the number of first-time buyers in the UK has hit a nine-year high. It’s quite surprising considering that homes are now an average of 21% more expensive than 10 years ago. The majority of first-time buyers would have saved all their hard-earned money for a deposit (an average of £33,000 this year)[…]
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Everything You Need to Know About Help to Buy Schemes
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The term ‘Help to Buy’ is thrown about quite freely these days with regard to buying property. Politicians usually adorn it with praise, while others have been doubtful of its benefits for various reasons or another. But what is it, and what benefits and drawbacks will it give anyone looking to get on the property[…]
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Everything You Need to Know About Renting
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A few decades ago, young adults often lived with their parents, but now, thanks to low salaries that don’t line up with inflation and housing prices, many more do. But renting for the first time, whether it’s with a friend or two or your first place on your own can be your ticket out of[…]
Continue ReadingCommon Money Issues for Young People in Rented Accommodation
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Thinking about renting your first home can seem overwhelming and exciting. Planning is essential, creating a budget is important, enjoying the move should be savoured. Here are a few ideas to consider when thinking about the costs both obvious and hidden. Be aware of all of the costs; what you need to pay up front[…]
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5 Ways to Get Your Foot on the Property Ladder
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If you want to have your own space and you are tired of renting, getting your foot on the property ladder may not be as difficult as it seems! We’ve outlined five steps to get your foot on the ladder below! 1. Crunch the Numbers Take a paper and a pen, and start writing down[…]
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Renting with Bad Credit
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The number of landowners is falling fast. According to Natalie Elphicke, a housing expert, by 2041, only 49 percent of people will own their homes. This means that in 27 years, renting will become the norm. To Rent or To Buy To buy or to rent is a complex argument. Owning a home is a[…]
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