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.
April 18, 2022
Guide to Buy to Let - Are you considering purchasing a property for investment purposes? This guide from a landlord's perspective may give you some useful insights. Yes, I am the Landlord, I purchased a property for BTL about a decade ago.
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April 27, 2022
Understanding an SPV is beneficial for anyone working in or aspiring to work in a part of the mortgage industry that deals with this type of borrower. Here I will explain what it is.
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October 12, 2022
There has been a lot more talk about inflation in recent weeks and months. More than usual that is for sure. When speaking with people about the economic position I find many don't really understand inflation in that much detail. No issue with that, all most want to know is how it affects them so don't spend time understanding it. I have put together this short guide to give more but not a huge amount of detail on the subject.
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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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