Some of these articles might be useful. Others might just pass the time while your kettle boils. Either way, if you read one of my financial type articles just don’t rely on advice from a bloke with a blog — speak to someone qualified (ideally with insurance… and a desk). Yes, I am qualified for some things, but you can't sue me or get compensation.
October 22, 2022
Wherever purchasing a property in the UK it will usually be on a Leasehold or Freehold basis. It may even be a Leasehold with a share of the Freehold. What does this all mean for the purchaser? Let's find out.
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January 4, 2023
The Scottish Government is aiming to support as many low-income and first-time buyers purchase a home this year through an initiative called the Open Market Shared Equity Scheme.
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February 11, 2023
The Register of Overseas Entities came into force in August 2022. What is it and is it working? The suggestion is not so well with close to half of the entities required to register doing nothing so far. Although that is not necessarily the whole story.
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September 19, 2023
RAAC or Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete is likely a name you have never heard of until recently when it was discovered in Schools which resulted in them being closed. What about homes in general? Is there anything to worry about?
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November 5, 2023
Maintaining a good credit score should be a focus for everyone. The better your credit score the easier it is to get credit and often lower rates. It can even tell you things you didn't know. ClearScore can help.
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November 7, 2023
I have been asked a few times to do a guide on what is required and what it's like to be a mortgage underwriter. This is it, finally! Find out what it takes to do this job.
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