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Buying a home – the timeline
From scouring the market for your dream home through exchanging contracts to moving day, this MoneySavingExpert guide runs through the buying process from start to finish
13 August 2024
Mortgage guarantee scheme: 95% mortgages
A new mortgage scheme was announced to help homebuyers with a 5% deposit get accepted for a mortgage. In this MoneySavingExpert guide, we cover how the new scheme will work and the eligibility criteria.
30 July 2024
Should I extend my lease?
If your flat's leasehold, letting your lease run down wipes its value fast. This Money Saving Expert guide is a full how-to, including cost estimates.
24 July 2024
What is a leasehold?
What is a leasehold? Including your rights and responsibilities, the current leasehold scandal, how to complain and how it differs to freehold - MoneySavingExpert.
24 July 2024
Are interest-only mortgages a good idea?
Are you considering an interest-only mortgage? With our guide find out how they work and what to consider before you apply.
12 July 2024
Mortgage help: Should you switch to interest-only or extend your term?
New mortgage help is at hand to help if you're struggling. The mortgage charter lets you temporarily switch to interest-only payments or extend your mortgage term.
12 July 2024
Self-employed mortgages
Getting a mortgage can be tough if you're self-employed, but this guide explains how to boost your chances of mortgage acceptance, what documentation to gather and how to narrow down the right deal for you.
12 July 2024
How to sell your property
Selling your home can be a complicated process. Read MoneySavingExpert's guide to house selling, tips on how to value your property, and estate agent fees.
12 July 2024
Buying a home in Scotland – the timeline
From searching the market through exchanging contracts to moving day, this MoneySavingExpert guide reveals the house buying process in Scotland.
12 July 2024
23 property search tips
Finding property for sale isn't hard. But finding the right place is. Follow MoneySavingExpert's buying a home guide to find the right one for you.
28 June 2024
Build your credit history
Having a positive credit history is essential for taking out loans or buying a house. But as a student or young person, it can be hard to start building your credit history. In this guide we explain the process for starting your credit building journey.
7 June 2024
Will a student loan impact your ability to get a mortgage?
Many students leave uni having borrowed £10,000s in student loans. So it's natural to wonder if it'll affect your ability to get a mortgage now or in the future. This short guide explains what you need to know.
23 April 2024
What mortgage fees will you pay?
Your deposit's not all you need to save. Solicitor's fees, mortgage fees and stamp duty all add up. This MoneySavingExpert guide lists the total cost of buying a house.
22 April 2024
Should you remortgage?
Remortgaging is a great way to save £1,000s a year. This Money Saving Expert guide tells you how it works, when you should remortgage and why you shouldn't.
10 April 2024