Around 62% of homebuyers who have bought in the last 12 months said they faced unexpected costs during the property transaction.
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Major bank cuts mortgage rates and now has a 3.79% best buy – here’s who can get it
It is the latest mortgage lender to cut rates below 4%
Read MoreMortgages under 4% are back but dangers lurk for borrowers
All major UK lenders are now offering fixed mortgage deals with an interest rate of less than 4%, but brokers say further cuts are not guaranteed.
Read MoreFive ways for first-time buyers to get on the housing ladder
Mortgage rates are expected to come down over the next year, which could make owning a home a possibility for millions more people.
Read MoreThe homebuyers who lost thousands when their off-plan dream turned sour
Luciana and Enrico Marini lost more than £21,000 after they were unable to gain a mortgage on a home they were in the process of buying
Read MoreUK mortgages: warning over big fees as homebuying season arrives
UK mortgages: warning over big fees as homebuying season arrives
The sums lenders charge to secure the best rates have risen in the past five years – and can make a loan much more expensive
Lender’s “unique” mortgage aims to attract first time buyers
Accord Mortgages is launching a unique mortgage range designed to help cover the cost of buying a first home, in particular the increased Stamp Duty Land Tax first-time buyers face from tomorrow.
Read MoreHow do no-deposit mortgages work and should I get one?
Buying a house isn’t out of the question even if you can’t put down a deposit – but make sure you understand the risks and drawbacks before deciding if one is best for your situation
Read MoreInterest rates will go down gradually, says Bank of England
The Bank of England has warned economic and global trade uncertainty has “intensified” as it held UK interest rates at 4.5%.
Read MoreThe BIG mistakes people make when applying for a mortgage, according to experts
Gifted funds, signs of gambling or changing jobs can all hurt an application
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