Do I have to use the Solicitor that my Estate Agent has recommended?
The Question …. The Answer …. Hi Dominic … Thank you for your question. It’s actually a very popular topic of conversation and one that is not often very clear for first time buyers. In short the answer to your question is NO. You DO NOT have to use the
A Few Tips when Looking at Applying for a Mortgage
The Question …. The Answer …. Hi Roman, Applying for a mortgage can be a daunting especially when you want to buy a property for the first time. First time buyers can often be thrown by the need to get on the property ladder as the average mortgage now taken
First Time Buyer Home Show – Autumn 2015
The First Time Buyer Home Show – Autumn 2015 is a one-stop shop to help first time buyers buy their dream home and step on the property ladder. Produced by First Time Buyer magazine, exhibitors include property developers, housing associations, solicitors, financial advisors, mortgage consultants and interior experts. What’s included
The Budget 2015 Help for Buyers
Yesterday the UK Chancellor George Osbourne, announced his government’s budget for the upcoming tax year for 2015 / 2016. What’s in it for first time property buyers in the UK? The Budget 2015 and the first time buyer property market The UK government has pledged to help first time buyers
Calculate Stamp Duty SDLT – Stamp Duty Calculator for First Time Buyers
When you buy a property in the UK, that transaction can be subject to a tax from the UK Government. The tax is based on the property purchase price and is commonly known as Stamp Duty or Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT). It is applicable to all purchases of houses,
The Ideal Home Show in London 2015
A great show and an inspirational day out for anyone looking at buying a property. The Ideal Home Show 2015 is back this year at Olympia, London. Why attend The Ideal Home Show? In 2015, The Ideal Home Show will be in it’s 107th year! It’s a fantastic show that
UK Government Starter Homes
Starter Homes Scheme For First Time Buyers What is the starter home scheme? It is a UK Government backed scheme that offers a 20% discount on new build homes from developers purely for first time buyers. Are you eligible for a Starter Home? If you are under 40 and a
The First Time Buyer Home Show – London
The First Time Buyer Home Show is a one-stop shop to help first time buyers buy their dream home and step on the property ladder. Produced by First Time Buyer magazine, exhibitors include property developers, housing associations, solicitors, financial advisors, mortgage consultants and interior experts. Who will be there and
Help to Buy South – Property Show
As a First Time Buyer, it’s good to attend events and property exhibitions to gain a greater understanding of the homebuyer journey, but also to meet some of the property experts such as estate agents, mortgage advisers, solicitors and conveyancers, insurance brokers, builders and developers and more. Help To Buy
Furniture Solutions for your New Home
When moving home and especially moving into your first home, furniture and all of the extras can soon add up. That is why we are working with Fusion Furniture Solutions to bring you a great furniture solution and furniture package that is great for first time buyers. Who are Fusion