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The financial benefits of overpaying your mortgage

The financial benefits of overpaying your mortgage

Published 15th March 2024

If you can afford to, and if your mortgage agreement allows it, overpaying your mortgage can be a financially astute move.
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For Owners
Buying a share of freehold flat? What you need to know

Buying a share of freehold flat? What you need to know

Published 8th March 2024

A share of freehold property means that the leaseholders also own the freehold of the property.
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For Buyers
Before you offer: How to check for water mains & sewage issues

Before you offer: How to check for water mains & sewage issues

Published 11th January 2024

Disconnected or damaged water mains, septic tanks and other issues can be costly. Drains could affect your extension plans. What can you check before buying?
Who is this for?
For Buyers
What to check before signing an estate agent contract

What to check before signing an estate agent contract

Published 11th January 2024

Being locked into a contract with the wrong agent could mean hidden costs, lower offers and poor sale prospects. What should you check before signing?
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For Sellers
How much does it cost to transfer equity in a property?

How much does it cost to transfer equity in a property?

Published 11th January 2024

The total cost of a transfer of equity will depend on various factors. See our list of fees and other costs you should be aware of when transferring equity.
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For Owners
For Sellers
For Buyers
Offer accepted? A homebuyer's guide to what happens next

Offer accepted? A homebuyer's guide to what happens next

Published 11th January 2024

One third of property sales in the UK fall through after an offer is accepted. What can buyers do after offer to make sure their purchase completes?
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For Buyers
I've had an offer on my home but nowhere to buy: What do I do?

I've had an offer on my home but nowhere to buy: What do I do?

Published 11th January 2024

Sellers will often get an offer on their property before they have found somewhere to buy - How should you handle this situation, and what are the risks?
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For Buyers
Buying a home? The hidden costs you may not know about

Buying a home? The hidden costs you may not know about

Published 9th January 2024

There are many costs and expenses to consider when buying a home. See our comprehensive list of home-moving costs.
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For Buyers
What to check before buying a property with solar panels

What to check before buying a property with solar panels

Published 3rd January 2024

Solar panels mean cheaper electricity and maybe even a revenue stream. But pitfalls await the unwary. Here's what you need to check before making an offer.
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For Buyers
59 money-saving tips for homebuyers and sellers in 2024

59 money-saving tips for homebuyers and sellers in 2024

Published 3rd January 2024

The costs of buying, owning and selling a home have never been higher. These tips will help you save money and avoid unnecessary costs.
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For Sellers
For Buyers
Buying a leasehold house? What you need to know

Buying a leasehold house? What you need to know

Published 3rd January 2024

A recent trend for new leasehold houses with spiralling ground rents has left some leaseholders trapped and unable to sell. Here's what you need to know.
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For Buyers
What are conveyancing searches when buying a home?

What are conveyancing searches when buying a home?

Published 3rd January 2024

Searches give key information on a property, but can cause major delays. What do they cost? Do you need them? How do you stop them delaying your move?
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For Buyers
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