Tag: Mortgages

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February 8, 2018

Local Authority Home Loan

From 4 January 2022, a new Government-backed mortgage scheme called Local Authority Home Loans are available to first-time buyers and Fresh Start applicants. This replaces the Rebuilding Ireland Home Loan....

September 14, 2017

Switching mortgage? Beware of ‘special offers’

Are you thinking about switching your mortgage? Depending on your interest rate, you could make significant savings by switching, but don’t be distracted by the lure of cash back and...

May 16, 2017

Refused a mortgage?

There are many reasons why a lender may refuse to give you a mortgage and you can find out the reasons from them....

May 15, 2017

Mortgage interest rates

There are three main interest rate options available: variable rate, fixed rate, split rate. When comparing the various mortgage interest rates on offer, use the annual percentage rate of charge...

May 12, 2017

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...

May 11, 2017

Mortgage arrears

Being in arrears on your mortgage means that you have missed some or all of your mortgage repayment. If you can’t meet your mortgage repayments, or you’re worried you might...

May 11, 2017

Equity release

If you own your home and are over 55, an equity release scheme could allow you to release some of the value of your home without having to make repayments...

May 5, 2017

Switching your mortgage

You could make significant savings on your mortgage if you can switch to a lower interest rate. Under Central Bank of Ireland rules, your lender must keep you informed about...

April 27, 2017

Trading up or trading down

Take a look at our information for if you are trading up or trading down....

April 27, 2017

Switching from a subprime mortgage

With a you are probably paying a higher rate of interest than you would with most other mortgage types but you may be able to switch mortgage providers and save...

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