Articles tagged "mortgages"

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.

Lenders crack down on mortgage fraud

Last updated: Feb 8th, 2012

News by Ruth Jackson

Following warnings from the National Fraud Authority about the level of mortgage fraud in this country, lenders are attempting to protect themselves by pushing their own solicitors on borrowers.

Six mortgage market dos and don'ts

Last updated: Feb 2nd, 2012

News by Nathalie Bonney

Buying a home isn't an easy process – follow our six-step guide on what you should and shouldn't do when trying to secure that all-important property.

HSBC launches 90% mortgage

Last updated: Feb 2nd, 2012

News by Rebecca Rutt

HSBC has launched a 90% loan-to-value mortgage in an effort to help out first-time buyers.

One in three cut back on food to cover mortgage payments

Last updated: Jan 19th, 2012

News by Rebecca Rutt

One in three people have cut back on food spending in the past year to cover their monthly mortgage fees, says Shelter.

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.