Newcastle Building Society has launched a new £5,000 deposit mortgage for first time buyers. But the catch is that it’s only for people who have saved the deposit themselves. We look at what’s ...

The crisis is hitting first-time buyers hardest. Aspiration to own has fallen to its lowest level in over a decade, with just 64% of non-homeowners saying they want to buy – down from 71% last year.

There’s a lot of speculation over chancellor Rachel Reeves’ inheritance tax changes that may be in the pipeline. We take a look at what’s proposed and how much it could cost you. September 10, 2025 ...

Discover the raft of issues we’re campaigning on here at the HomeOwners Alliance. Aimed at industry and government for the benefit of homeowners and aspiring homeowners.

Join our free Remortgage Webinar on Wednesday 7th October 2025, 7.00-8.00pm for the latest insider remortgaging tips from our experts. Our CEO Paula Higgins will be live sharing top tips from across ...

RICS Homebuyer Surveys are a mid-level survey popular with most people buying a conventional property in a reasonable condition. They are less detailed – and less expensive – than RICS Building ...

What is spray foam roof insulation? As we warm our homes, most heat is lost through our walls, windows and roofs. So it makes sense to stop heat escaping, to improve energy efficiency and spend less ...

The lure of a coastal holiday home or a crash pad in the city has led to more than one in 10 of us owning a second home. But there is a lot to consider before you buy. Here we look at everything from ...

Updates to the exterior of your home can help to keep it in good condition and enhance its appearance. Changes to the exterior finish, paint colour and even your front door can boost the kerb appeal ...

Saving a deposit for a house is one of the biggest hurdles for first-time buyers, so it's no surprise that gifted deposits are a common feature of buying a home. Find out what gifted deposits are, how ...

What is a snagging list? A snagging list, or snagging survey, is an inspection of your new build home to identify any defects. Most new build snags are cosmetic, such as scratched windows, paint ...

What is a Deed of Trust on a house? A Deed of Trust is a legal document that states the division of ownership of a property. It is commonly used by ‘tenants in common’ who have bought a home together ...