How to check out the area you want to move in to
Want to buy a home but need to decide on where? We can help with making that big decision.
Choose an area
You can make a home look prettier but you can’t pick it up and move it. It’s all about location, location, location - and finding an area you know you’ll love.
Why risk of flooding shouldn’t put you off your dream home
Flooding happens sometimes. Here’s how to make sure your home is properly protected and what you need to look out for when you’re buying a new home.
Narrow down your search
Looking for somewhere with a garden, garage or office? We’ve got all the tools you need to help you do just that.
7 tools to help you find your new home
Ready to start home hunting? We've got all the tools you need: from mapping out your favourite streets to checking travel times to the local pub. Let's find your dream home.
Should I buy a fixer-upper or a home that is already renovated?
Here’s what you need to know before taking on a big renovation project. We weigh up what makes it worth it, and the hassle you might save if you fork out more for a finished home.
Buying a leasehold: everything you need to know
Thinking about buying a leasehold property and wondering what it all means? Let's go through the differences between freehold and leasehold homes.
Are leasehold homes harder to buy and sell?
Buying a leasehold home should be as easy as a freehold home if you know what to look out for.
What to watch out for when buying a leasehold property
Buying a leasehold home? While leaseholds are solid investments, it pays to know the potential pitfalls. Here's what to watch out for.
The complete guide to houseboats
Dreaming of life on the water? We'll take you through the costs involved, the different types of houseboats to choose from and the lowdown on mooring fees.
Viewing properties
Whether you’re after a do-er upper or a good-to-go home, we’ve got the questions to ask the agents plus tips on how to spot property with potential.
How to spot property with the potential to add value
Looking to buy a home that you can add value to? Here are 14 opportunities to look out for at viewings.
Your property viewing checklist
Make sure you don't miss anything on your house viewings with our handy checklist for buyers.
The 9 questions first-time buyers ask
It can be hard to know what to ask when you first start viewing properties, so let's take advice from the pros. Our estate agents reveal the questions most first-time buyers want answers to.
New-builds
One top reason to bag a new-build home is that most come with a 10-year warranty. Plus they have the latest eco-friendly, energy-efficient appliances.
Buying a new-build home? Here's everything you need to know
Our comprehensive guide to snapping up a new-build property, from the schemes designed to help you buy one to all the perks of brand new goods and 10-year warranties.
New-build homes versus older homes
Unsure whether to go for a new-build or a period property? Here are the advantages of brand new and existing homes.
What is Help to Buy?
From how it all works to the types of home it can help you buy, here's what you need to know about Help to Buy.
Help to Build: the government's self-build home scheme explained
Not all Grand Designs have to blow an average homebuyer's budget. A new scheme aims to make it more affordable and easier to get a mortgage if you’re building a home yourself.
Why buying a new-build could save you money
From warranties to cheaper bills, how new homes are good for your bank balance long-term.
Retirement
Did you know there are such things as interest-only retirement properties? There's more to retirement than having more time to babysit your grandkids.
Am I too old to get a mortgage?
Legally, you're never too old to get a mortgage. As long as you've got the means to pay it, there'll be mortgage providers willing to lend it.
What are retirement interest-only mortgages?
Retirement interest-only mortgages are designed to help those who can't repay their mortgage in full when they retire. Here's how they work.
What's a lifetime mortgage?
If you’re looking to release some equity in your home for retirement, a lifetime mortgage lets you do just that, while letting you retain ownership of it for life.
How to get a mortgage when you’re retired
With Brits living and working longer than ever, more of us want to take out mortgages later in life.
Should I move to a retirement village?
Retirement villages, with their spas, cinemas and on-site facilities can be enticing. But make sure you read the small print before signing up, as they can also be very expensive.
