Articles tagged "first-time buyers"

Seven things a first-time buyer needs to know

Last updated: Nov 24th, 2011

Feature by Esther Armstrong

The mortgage maze can be hard to navigate, particularly if you're entering it for the first time. Esther Armstrong asks mortgage expert David Hollingworth what you should consider before taking that initial step onto the property ladder.

More mortgage choice for first-time buyers

Last updated: Jan 18th, 2012

News by Ruth Jackson

The number of low-deposit mortgages on the market has more than doubled in the past year. There are currently 49 mortgages available at 95% loan-to-value (LTV), compared to 24 in January 2011.

Autumn Statement: Stamp duty holiday to end as planned

Last updated: Nov 29th, 2011

News by Ruth Jackson

In today's Autumn Statement, Chancellor George Osborne revealed that the stamp duty holiday for first-time buyers will end as planned on 24 March 2012.

New scheme to allow 5% deposits for homebuyers

Last updated: Nov 22nd, 2011

News by Nathalie Bonney

Homebuyers will be given the opportunity to buy their homes with deposits of just 5%, under a new government initiative revealed today.

Lending to first-time buyers hits year high

Last updated: Sep 12th, 2011

News by Nathalie Bonney

Mortgage lending figures to first-time buyers reached their highest level for a year in July, according to the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML).

Find the best mortgage deal for you

Last updated: Sep 2nd, 2011

Feature by Moneywise

David Hollingworth, a mortgages expert at London & Country Mortgages in Bath, assesses the options around 'right to buy' mortgages.

Number of first-time buyers highest in 10 months

Last updated: Aug 10th, 2011

News by Rebecca Rutt

The number of first-time buyers being approved for a mortgage reached its highest peak for 10 months in June, according to research from the Council of Mortgage Lenders.