Every now and again somebody will say something to you, possibly as a passing comment that will really stick. That comment may even become your very own ‘Sliding Doors moment’, something that you refer back to, and a memory that impacts considerably upon decisions in the future. This is the story of one of mine…. Read more »
Posts Tagged: First Time Buyer
Rainbows amongst the autumn clouds?
You could be forgiven for thinking that current housing market news is all about Brexit, and the possible impact of the referendum result in the short to medium term. However, there’s other interesting news of which (I think) you should take note. Help To Buy – Less than three months and counting. At the start… Read more »
The Help to Buy ISA – Is it the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow?
The 1st of December is usually all about the Advent Calendar, and thinking of getting decorations down from the loft, but this year it is also notable as the date that the Government’s Help to Buy ISA scheme came into effect. First time buyers can, from today, start opening accounts that will allow them to save… Read more »
Shared ownership – Always makes buying a property more affordable, doesn’t it??
We’ve recently been helping a couple of clients buy their first home under the shared ownership schemes that are available. Whilst working with these, and previous clients, a few interesting points have arisen that I thought that it might be worth sharing. If you’re not familiar with shared ownership, it’s an affordable housing scheme that’s… Read more »
6 questions to ask about ‘Getting a Foot on the Property Ladder’
I often hear this phrase used quite glibly, not just by the media but also by potential clients. It makes it sounds so easy to buy your first house and “get a foot on the property ladder”. However, in practical terms, for some first time buyer situations it might not be so simple. Property is… Read more »
DIY SOS: The Big Build … It could be you!
The BBC’s ‘DIY SOS: The Big Build’ programme helps families from across the UK who find themselves in challenging circumstances, by transforming their homes in to places that are suited to their particular set of circumstances. Last night, the family involved had suffered a major and traumatic event, whilst on a holiday to visit relatives… Read more »
Your Mortgage Checklist
There is so much to consider when you are looking to buy a property and here is the Moving Experience checklist to help you through the process. It’s always best to seek expert advice first We offer an holistic view that will enable you to compare lenders, access hundreds of products including exclusives (not available directly)…. Read more »
News Round – April to July
Deposit Amount Are Reducing ‘Mortgage Search Data Tracker’ released on 24th April, shows over 25% of searches were for products with a deposit of 10% or less. View Article >> (www.financialreporter.co.uk) A Quarter of Critical Illness Claims Paid to Under 40’s View Article >> (www.covermagazine.co.uk) Just 1 in 5 New Parents Have Life Cover On… Read more »
What Will The Next Six Months Bring?
The Mortgage Market Review The biggest news story of the last few months has to be the Mortgage Market Review, implemented on 26th April. This is the biggest change in regulation for many years. Firstly we must clarify which mortgages are affected. The MMR changes are all about protecting customers using their own home as security for the… Read more »
Moving Experience Celebrates 7th Anniversary.
MOVING EXPERIENCE CELEBRATES 7TH ANNIVERSARY, WITH BIG PLANS FOR THE FUTURE Moving Experience is celebrating its 7th anniversary this month and there are big plans afoot for the future as the property market continues to recover. I founded the company in May 2007 and I am very proud of the fact it has developed into… Read more »
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