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February 2015

How much can I borrow from a lender for a mortgage?
Ask the ExpertMortgagesUseful Tips

The Question …. The Answer …. Ben, when a lender assesses how much you can borrow, it takes a number of factors into consideration.  They will look to see if you are applying jointly with somebody else, or if the application is to be just in your own name and

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Making an offer on your first property
Ask the ExpertPropertyUseful Tips

The Question …. The Answer …. Making that all important offer for a property Your are in a very good position, as a first time buyer with no chain with a mortgage in principle is like gold dust, to both new build developers and resale sellers. Your sales agent wants

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What is a mortgage in principle
Ask the ExpertMortgagesThinking AheadUseful Tips

The Question …. The Answer …. A Mortgage in Principle is an indication of how much a lender is prepared to lend you and on what terms, to the named borrowers subject to approval of the property, but also taking into consideration your affordability. Your Mortgage Adviser will workout your

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Ask the ExpertConveyancingUseful Tips

The Question …. The Answer …. Well this is a very interesting question and one that actually gets asked quite a lot. Every solicitor or licensed conveyancer is going to have their own fee scale for residential conveyancing. In order for your compare prices and to make sure you are

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Broadband, TV & PhoneQuotes

The latest deals and special offers for Broadband, TV and Home Phone Organise your home entertainment and communication. Compare prices for Broadband, TV and telephone packages here on the First Time Buyer. Companies that you might want to consider for your Broadband & Phone Packages

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ElectricityGasQuotesUtilities

Compare energy prices for your new home. Organise your gas and electricity supplier online using the First Time Buyer. Simply enter a few details below or give us a call on the number below to compare prices for your energy supplier. Compare Gas & Electricity Suppliers for your First Home

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How much does a Removal Cost in London
QuotesRemovals

Compare prices and save money on your removal costs. Whilst we are waiting for the arrival of our shiny new moving costs calculator and removals quotes engine, we have partnered with a few very good websites and businesses, that can help you get the right price from the right removal

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QuotesSurveys

It’s important to know more about the property you are buying and to make sure you understand the state of your new property. That is where a RICS property survey can help. Who are and what is RICS? Instant, online quote for your RICS Property Survey The different RICS property

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ConveyancingLegalQuotes

Compare Conveyancing Quotes, Fees & Costs directly from Fully Regulated Solicitors and Licensed Conveyancers, instantly! First Time Buyers Save Money and Time on your Conveyancing Fees and Conveyancing Costs Simply enter a few details below into the first time buyer conveyancing calculator and you can then compare by price and

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MortgagesQuotes

As a first time buyer, it’s important that you understand the different mortgages available to you, based on the deposit amount you have available to purchase your first property. Quite often it’s best to let the mortgage experts understand your position and circumstances and let them do the shopping around

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