How to Buy Your First Home in 10 Steps

As the new year approaches, I'm delighted to present you with a special gift—a guide to un...

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Breaking the Illusion: building your deposit in 3-dimensions

If you wander through the enchanting sets of the Harry Potter film studio, you can't help ...

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10 Things You Need to Budget for When You Buy Your First Home

Ever booked a flight with a certain budget airline where the seemingly affordable ticket p...

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Beyond the Asking Price: What you should consider when you make your first offer

The most burning question which passes most First Time Buyers lips is "How much should I O...

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The Renting v Owning Dilemma: which do you choose?

Feeling a pang of FOMO as home ownership seems like the party everyone's attending? Let's ...

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Don't Make the Same Mistake: flooring fiasco

I feel genuinely disheartened when scrolling through social media and stumble upon posts b...

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Running the Property Marathon: your mindset journey

For years, I lived along the route of the London Marathon, eagerly going downstairs with f...

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From Dust to Your Dream Home: why fixer-uppers shine

If you keep doing the same as everyone else, then you will get the same results. This is m...

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First Time Buyer Obstacles: when sellers aren't selling

Logically, you would think that if someone went through the effort of putting their homes ...

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I Read the Entire the Autumn Statement: here’s what first time buyers need to know

This week, I immersed myself in the intricacies of the Chancellor's Autumn Statement, navi...

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From Confusion to Clarity: bridging the information gap

Have you ever wondered why you feel like you can't trust anyone when embarking on your hom...

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The Delayed Broadcast Effect: how to decode property data

Pop the champers, folks! On the 15th of November 2023, HM Land Registry (LR) treated us to...

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A Tale of Two Mortgages: fixed-term considerations

Once upon a time, two friends, Emma and Liam, found themselves starting a new journey into...

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Savvy FTB Strategies: picking your prime property season

Have you ever considered whether the time of year may have an impact on how much you'll sp...

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Banning Leasehold Houses: the alternative could be even worse

Today, we are expecting a mention in the King's Speech about stopping something called Lea...

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Beyond the Headlines: making sense of the BOE's base rate decision

In the latest update this week from the Bank of England, the base rate remains steady at 5...

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Diminish Drains on your Deposit: how to scrutinise your spending

Have you ever looked at your bank account and seen a direct debit taking money off your ba...

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Unravelling Rumours: potential changes to first-time buyer incentives

Dear first-time buyers, this post delves into the numerical intricacies of first-time buye...

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The F1 Pit-Stop Paradox: the truth about timing

Have you ever considered comparing the process of buying your first home to a Formula 1 pi...

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The 5% Myth: the truth about first-time buyer deposits

Did you know that, on average, first-time buyers (FTBs) put down a deposit of around 15% w...

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Piloting Property Viewings: who's guiding you?

Picture this: you've discovered a property that sparks your interest, set up a viewing app...

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Fearless First-Time Buyers: navigating a falling property market

In a market where house prices are showing a mixed picture - some areas are seeing decline...

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Rapid Remedies: pushing your deposit past the plateau

Saving for your deposit is a journey that can sometimes feel like watching paint dry. It's...

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FTB Viewing Tips: how to be window wise

As a first-time buyer embarking on the exciting journey of finding your first home, it's c...

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Crucial Credentials: pro tips for presenting your proof of address

Recently, a coaching session with a First Time Buyer, who, as a student still living at ho...

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Savvy saving tips using Parkinson's Law

When it comes to packing for a trip, my partner and I have a running joke. My trusty overn...

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Securing your home: insurance essentials

We, at FTBUK, have just received the annual renewal notice for our Home Insurance and it h...

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Should you buy an ex-rental property?

Buy-to-Let Landlords have recently been selling their rental properties for various reason...

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Buying a Second-Hand Search Pack: worth the hype?

In a recent Q&A session, a question arose: is it worthwhile to consider purchasing ano...

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Confronting Japanese Knotweed: an ftb guide

I have a fondness for countryside strolls. It's a splendid way to escape the rush, clear t...

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