2. Punitive exit fees The majority of retirement property leases require you to pay an ‘exit fee’ (also referred to as transfer fees, event fees or departure fees), when the property is sold or ...

More than a third (37%) of UK homeowners say they regret aspects of the home they bought, or would make different decisions if buying again. But the number is even more striking among younger ...

What are the benefits of life insurance? Financial protection for your loved ones: If you’re no longer around, it could mean your family being able to afford to stay in the family home. Peace of mind: ...

”We welcome the FCA’s decision to seek views on how to make the mortgage market work better for people. We know the challenges people face in getting a mortgage and that it can seem very unfair, ...

The mortgage guarantee scheme was designed to help first time buyers, home movers and previous homeowners to buy a property with a 95% mortgage. However, many lenders offer 95% mortgages without using ...

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What is stamp duty? Stamp duty, or Stamp Duty Land Tax if you want to use the official jargon, is a levy that you pay to HM Revenue & Customs when you are buying a home. It is paid by the person ...

Here are our top tips for selling your home to help it show well and sell faster. By taking the time to prepare your house for sale you’re increasing your chances of achieving the highest value ...

2. Calculate your home’s value in 1991 If you live in England or Scotland, you’ll need to find out how much your house was worth in 1991 because this is when council tax bands were set. In Wales, ...

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Spray foam insulation mortgage problems Lenders are alert to the issues with spray foam roof insulation. As a result, spray foam roof insulation is one of many factors that can throw up a red flag to ...

Buying in a Conservation Area If you prefer the look of period properties over newly-built homes, you may find yourself drawn to buying in a conservation area. While there are many advantages to ...