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Property ladder

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Climbing the rungs, financing your home and making money from property.

Toy house

What’s the true cost of your mortgage?

By Rebecca Atkinson    Update: Fri, 04/09/2009 - 11:19
Unlike other financial products, it isn't possible to compare mortgages based on rate alone as fees can make all the difference to the overall cost. Rebecca Atkinson explains how you can work out the true cost of your mortgage. Read more
House prices

How have house prices held up in your area?

By Rebecca Atkinson    Update: Thu, 18/02/2010 - 14:24
We all know that house prices have fallen dramatically, but how has your area held up? Moneywise looks at the latest house price statistics for February 2010. Read more
Plastic houses

The top 10 things that can devalue your home

By Laura Howard    Update: Thu, 18/02/2010 - 11:18
Protect the value of your home and avoid pitfalls that could end up costing you dearly, says Laura Howard. Read more
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For sale sign

Bypass estate agents and sell your home yourself

By Rebecca Atkinson    Update: Tue, 27/10/2009 - 10:51
Estate agents fees can be as much as 2.5% plus VAT - no wonder many people would prefer to sell their homes themselves. Rebecca Atkinson explains how to bypass estate agents and still sell your home. Read more
Buying a house

How to buy a property at auction

By Rebecca Atkinson    Update: Tue, 16/06/2009 - 11:26
The slow housing market and an increase in repossessions have led to more buyers turning to auction houses. But while you may be able to pick up a discount, there are risks involved. Rebecca Atkinson explains how to buy a repossessed home at auction. Read more
Wooden house

Is the housing market crash really over?

By Laura Howard    Update: Wed, 20/01/2010 - 17:01
Experts disagree on whether the housing market is recovering or due a relapse. Laura Howard answers the questions to help you decide your next move. Read more
Moving house

Should you help your kids onto the ladder?

By Rebecca Atkinson    Update: Tue, 21/07/2009 - 11:41
More first-time buyers are turning to the Bank of Mum and Dad to help them get onto the ladder. But what should parents bear in mind before digging deep? Read more
Empty bedroom

Make money from your house

By Laura Howard    Update: Mon, 09/11/2009 - 17:45
Turning a spare room into cash couldn't be easier, but, as Laura Howard explains, make sure you manage the risks involved in finding the right tenant. Read more
First-time buyers

How first-time buyers can get onto the ladder

By Laura Howard    Update: Mon, 21/09/2009 - 16:31
Despite falling house prices, it’s still a 
difficult climate for first-time buyers. 
But taking up a government scheme could be 
the solution, says Laura Howard. Read more
Blackboard

Should you move location for better education?

By Sarah Coles    Update: Tue, 25/08/2009 - 07:44
Parents will go to almost any lengths to get their child into their choice of schools - including moving house. But is moving really the answer or would you be better going private, ask Sarah Coles. Read more
House

Don't be beaten by the mortgage mayhem

By Sam Barrett    Update: Thu, 23/07/2009 - 17:01
With mortgage lenders on the retreat, what are your chances of finding the right deal for you? Sam Barrett shows there are still options available on the market. Read more
Houseboat

Swap bricks and mortar for an alternative home

By Laura Howard    Update: Tue, 07/07/2009 - 11:37
If you are a first-time buyer looking for a truly affordable home, it could be worthwhile widening your horizons. Laura Howard weighs up the alternative ways of finding a roof to put over your head. Read more
Fairground ride

Make the most of falling costs

By Rebecca Atkinson    Update: Tue, 23/06/2009 - 11:54
Many households have seen their disposable income increase over the past year, thanks to low interest rates and cheaper household bills. But don't look a gift horse in the mouth - make sure you use these savings wisely, says Rebecca Atkinson. Read more
Moneywise Mortgage Awards 2009

Moneywise Mortgage Awards 2009

By Liam Tarry    Update: Wed, 10/06/2009 - 10:33
Despite the slowing mortgage market, there are still some good deals around. Liam Tarry reveals where you can find them in this year’s Moneywise Mortgage Awards. Read more
Padlock

Cut the cost of home insurance

By Rebecca Atkinson    Update: Wed, 10/06/2009 - 10:51
One in four people have ditched their home insurance in order to save money, leaving them at risk from theft or damage from fire or flooding. But there are other ways you can save on home insurance and remain protected. Read more
Couple moving home

Is now the time to buy property?

By Rob Griffin    Update: Mon, 08/06/2009 - 09:45
With house prices having fallen significantly since 2007, should buyers finally take the plunge? Rob Griffin weighs up the pros and cons. Read more
Tree in a garden

Can my neighbour chop down my tree?

Update: Mon, 01/06/2009 - 11:21
What legal right does your neighbour have to chop down trees that intrude on their property? Read more
Graph

Rental market showing signs of recovery

Update: Thu, 28/05/2009 - 11:57
The cost of renting a room or property remained unchanged in May following nine months of consecutive falls. Read more
Couple improving their home

Improve your home for less

Update: Thu, 30/04/2009 - 16:19
Giving your home a makeover doesn’t have to cost a 
fortune. Laura Howard reveals the best ways to fund your work and how to cut the cost of home improvements. Read more
Model house and money

Mining the cash in your home

By Rob Griffin    Update: Mon, 18/05/2009 - 11:01
Should you unlock the value in your home 
if you’re strapped for cash? Rob Griffin looks 
at the pros and cons of equity release. Read more

Free yourself from debt

By Sam Barrett    Update: Thu, 28/05/2009 - 14:35
It may feel like a distant hope, but you can break out of your debt prison. 
Sam Barrett 
reveals the route to a debt-free future. Read more
Man with a key

How landlords can beat the credit crunch

By Liam Tarry    Update: Thu, 19/03/2009 - 15:33
Whether you are a buy-to-let investor or just renting out your home until the housing market recovers, you could be in for a tough time. But, as Liam Tarry reports, you can still beat the credit crunch by acting now. Read more
Investment chart

Beware the buy-to-let marketing patter

By Tony Hetherington    Update: Wed, 11/03/2009 - 12:15
Jim Moore, the man behind buy-to-let investment firm Inside Track, is back with two new ventures. Tony Hetherington warns investors to watch out for the risks. Read more
Venus fly trap

Escape the negative equity trap

By Rebecca Atkinson    Update: Mon, 20/04/2009 - 16:13
House prices could plummet by a further 55% - pushing up to six million homeowners into negative equity. But there are ways to escape the negative equity trap. Read more
Find a broker

Find a mortgage broker

Update: Mon, 09/03/2009 - 17:01
If you are looking to borrow to buy a house or are coming up to remortgage then a mortgage broker should be your first port of call. Moneywise has teamed up with IFA Promotions to help you find a mortgage broker in your area. Read more
Estate agent holds a "sold" sign

Beware the rise in estate agent fees

By Sarah Coles    Update: Fri, 20/02/2009 - 14:45
Estate agents are hitting their customers with extra charges as they try to recoup their losses from the property downturn. Sarah Coles investigates. Read more
Man with binoculars

Is a housing market recovery in sight?

By Rebecca Atkinson    Update: Thu, 05/02/2009 - 10:28
Halifax has reported an increase in house prices in January - the first in 15 months - and Woolwich recently launched its cheapest ever mortgage deal. So, is a housing market recovery in sight? Read more
Toy bricks

Your most pressing property questions answered

Update: Wed, 04/02/2009 - 11:48
In the current climate, buying or selling a home and remortgaging are challenging prospects. Laura Howard tackles your biggest concerns. Read more
Key in lock

Is it still possible to remortgage?

By Rebecca Atkinson    Update: Wed, 04/02/2009 - 11:49
Once upon a time, when your mortgage deal expired you simply remortgaged onto a better rate. But times have changed. So, is it still possible to find a remortgage deal? Read more
House in a box

Will there be fresh hope for homeowners in 2009?

By Johanna Gornitzki    Update: Wed, 04/02/2009 - 11:51
Worried by the turmoil in the housing market? Johanna Gornitzki asks the experts what they think the coming year holds in store for homeowners. Read more
Man with a key

Is this the next big mis-selling scandal?

By Victoria Hartley    Update: Fri, 15/05/2009 - 10:39
As the crunch continues, more investors are offering to buy homes on the verge of repossession and then leasing them back to their former owners. Victoria Hartley asks whether this is a scandal in the making. Read more
Man in rented property

What rights do renters have against repossession?

By Rebecca Atkinson    Update: Fri, 15/05/2009 - 10:35
With mortgage arrears on the rise, what rights do tenants have if the property they rent is repossessed? Rebecca Atkinson investigates. Read more
Interest rates

How low could interest rates go?

By Rebecca Atkinson    Update: Tue, 06/01/2009 - 11:40
The Federal Reserve has cut interest rates to nearly zero in the US, and economistsbelieve the Bank of England could do the same. Rebecca Atkinson asks how low could interest rates really go, and finds out what that means for you. Read more
Man in hard hat

Survive the recession

By Liam Tarry    Update: Tue, 16/02/2010 - 10:00
Follow Moneywise's steps to protecting yourself and your finances during the recession. Read more
Baton being passed on

Which banks have passed on rate cuts?

By Nathalie Bonney    Update: Fri, 05/12/2008 - 12:44
Increasing numbers of mortgage borrowers are now on their lenders' SVRs, but not all will benefit from Bank of England rate cuts. Moneywise investigates which banks have passed on the savings - and which haven't. Read more
House and lock

Take cover with mortgage protection

By Sam Barrett    Update: Wed, 04/02/2009 - 11:44
As recession looms, it makes even more sense to take out insurance to cover your mortgage and provide for your family in case disaster strikes. Sam Barrett looks at the options. Read more
Skull

Is buy-to-let dead?

By Liam Tarry    Update: Wed, 01/10/2008 - 15:51
Following the nationalisation of Bradford and Bingley, the UK’s largest buy-to-let lender, and the withdrawal of some 500 landlord loans, Liam Tarry asks: is buy-to-let dead? Read more
Rent

A guide to renting for tenants and landlords

By Nathalie Bonney    Update: Tue, 19/08/2008 - 09:36
The tenant and landlord relationship is often fraught with difficulty, especially where property damage, deposits and rents are concerned. Nathalie Bonney has some useful tips to keep things on an even keel. Read more
A man insulates his loft

The true cost of making your home energy efficient

By Liam Tarry    Update: Fri, 05/06/2009 - 15:42
Gordon Brown wants all homes to be energy efficient by 2020. But how cost-effective are measures such as cavity wall insulation, and can they really reduce your gas and electricity bills? Liam Tarry investigates. Read more
A family

Should you move or improve?

By Laura Howard    Update: Thu, 30/04/2009 - 16:07
With no end in sight to the housing market downturn, families that need extra space are opting to extend rather than buy a new home. Laura Howard asks whether it could make sense for you. Read more

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