Housing
Buying a home step-by-step guide
Buying a home is an exciting experience, but it can also be a bit of a maze. So, being prepared before you start looking for a home will help you through the whole process.
Mortgages
Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you will make. Find out about applying for a mortgage, types of mortgage, changing your mortgage and more.
Apartments and duplexes
Multi-unit developments are usually made up of apartments or duplexes, but can also be made up of townhouses or stand-alone houses that share facilities, such as car parks or outdoor areas, or shared services, such as security and waste collection.
Building Energy Rating
A Building Energy Rating (BER) certificate is required if you are advertising a home for sale or rent, or before a new home is occupied for the first time. It shows how energy efficient your home is and checks energy use for …
Home insurance
You are not legally obliged to take out home insurance but if you have a mortgage, your lender can insist that you have buildings insurance so that you can afford to rebuild your home if it is destroyed.
Rental accommodation scams
When looking for a property to rent, either as your home or when you go on holiday, the last thing you want is to become a victim of a scam and lose your money. We have tips for you to make your renting experience as safe as possible and avoid being scammed.
