first-time buyers

Rate squeeze on first-time buyers

Update: Tue, 22/09/2009 - 09:22

First-time buyers and borrowers with small deposits are being squeezed by mortgage lenders despite a fall in the cost of lending. Read more

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

Help me get on the property ladder

By Hannah Ricci Update: Mon, 14/09/2009 - 17:44

A Moneywise reader wants to achieve her dream of buying a home. But what's the best way to build up a deposit in this low-interest rate environment? Read more

Are first-time buyers getting a raw deal?

Update: Fri, 24/07/2009 - 10:46

Is offering better mortgage rates to existing borrowers who are in negative equity fair to first-time borrowers? Read more

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

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

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

What next for house prices?

Update: Fri, 29/05/2009 - 09:51

Does the house price increase seen in May suggest the beginning of the end, or could changes to supply and demand actually result in bigger falls down the line? Read more

Low-deposit mortgages make a comeback

Update: Wed, 20/05/2009 - 13:28

Lloyds TSB has launched a competitive first-time buyer mortgage that only requires a 5% deposit. Sarah Coles looks at the small print. Read more

Should mortgages be restricted by income?

Update: Tue, 19/05/2009 - 13:49

A recent report suggested that mortgages could be restricted by a borrower's income, rather than their overall ability to afford a loan. But is this fair on low earners? Read more