Kit Sproson

Senior Money Writer – Mortgages Expert

Latest from Kit Sproson

30+ ways to stop scams

30+ ways to stop scams

Offered £100 million and all you have to do is hand your bank details over? This MoneySavingExpert guide shows you how to avoid scams & tips on safer shopping.

10 October 2024

Owning a property with someone else – your rights

Owning a property with someone else – your rights

When buying a property with someone else, meaning you'll have joint ownership, you'll need to decide whether this should be on a 'joint tenants' or 'tenants in common' basis. We explain the differences.

8 October 2024

Prepaid funeral plans

Prepaid funeral plans

A prepaid funeral plan lets you pay for your funeral in advance, potentially saving your family stress and expense when you die. But they don't cover all funeral costs, so check what's included first. This guide helps you compare what's on offer and decide whether to get one.

8 October 2024

Cheap and free wills

Cheap and free wills

If you've got assets and people to look after, making a will is crucial: read this MoneySavingExpert guide on will-writing cheaply – or even for free, online.

8 October 2024

Guide to probate

Guide to probate

This MoneySavingExpert guide explains what probate is, when it's required, the fees involved and walks you through a simple DIY process.

8 October 2024

Inheritance tax

Inheritance tax

Legal inheritance tax planning is one of the easiest and biggest ways to save money possible - learn more about IHT planning and saving on death duties.

8 October 2024

Martin Lewis scam adverts

Martin Lewis scam adverts

Ignore Martin Lewis scam adverts - they are all fake. Martin Lewis doesn't do ads, so anytime you see his face or name being used to advertise something, it's a scam.

7 October 2024

New PPI legal action: Could you reclaim £1,000s? - MSE

New PPI legal action: Could you reclaim £1,000s? - MSE

A new 'no win, no fee' group legal claim has launched, aiming to recoup £18 BILLION in payment protection insurance (PPI) premiums. Here's what you need to know.

4 October 2024

Green mortgages

Green mortgages

25 September 2024

Struggling to pay your mortgage?

Struggling to pay your mortgage?

This MoneySavingExpert guide takes you through the options if you're worried about paying your mortgage, including the new mortgage help.

24 September 2024

Shared ownership – how the homebuying scheme works

Shared ownership – how the homebuying scheme works

Shared ownership can be complicated and expensive. This MoneySavingExpert guide covers how the scheme works, who can apply, and how much of a deposit you'll need.

24 September 2024

How to check your credit report for free

How to check your credit report for free

Learn how to check your credit report for free with this MSE guide – key as your credit rating affects whether you can get mortgages, credit cards & more.

24 September 2024

Cheap mortgage finding

Cheap mortgage finding

If you want the best mortgage, search mortgage comparisons, then use a mortgage broker. Find out how to search the market for your top rate with MoneySavingExpert.

24 September 2024

Mortgage arrears

Mortgage arrears

You're in mortgage arrears if you can't pay your mortgage, or are facing repossession. This MoneySavingExpert guide has full information on what you should do and the help available.

24 September 2024

Stamp Duty Calculator

Stamp Duty Calculator

Calculating stamp duty can be tricky. Use our handy tool to find out how much stamp duty you’ll need to pay when purchasing a new home.

23 September 2024

What type of mortgage should you choose?

What type of mortgage should you choose?

What's the difference between a fixed-rate mortgage and a variable? This MoneySavingExpert guide helps you decide what's best.

23 September 2024