Mortgage lending underpins our housing market; we take a look at the current situation – is the 100% mortgage right for you?
Conveyancing searches are an essential part of the property buying process. The costs of conveyancing searches can vary significantly depending on the location and nature of your property
Choosing whether to buy or rent a place to live is a huge financial decision for all of us. Each option has its own advantages and disadvantages, and the right choice for you depends on your personal circumstances and financial goals. We explore the pros and cons of renting versus buying a home to help you make an informed decision
A fixed-rate mortgage is just that- a mortgage where the interest rate on your payments doesn’t change for an agreed length of time. Once this term is up, you face a decision – do you remortgage? Or should you ride out the Standard Variable Rate? We look at your options.
In this article, we outline the general timeframes it takes most people to go through the process – and highlight vulnerability to civil service industrial action.
The long-awaited Autumn statement was finally released on November 17th 2022. We cover some of the main points.
Interest rate jumps again: what does this mean for you?
With many UK adults used to interest rates of less than 1% and low inflation, we look at the effects of the rise in both numbers
Buying a property can be like playing a game of Snakes & Ladders: there are a number of ladders to climb, as well as some snakes that can send you sliding backwards …
The new cabinet has reduced the rate of Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) payable in England and Northern Ireland. This reduces homebuyers’ stamp duty liability – we explain the situation
In 2014 the Bank of England made it obligatory for mortgage borrowers to undergo a ‘Mortgage Stress Test’ in an effort to ensure they could afford their loan. This obligation has been removed.
The Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022 offers much-needed changes to the Freeholder / Leaseholder relationship. We guide you through, alerting you to potential pitfalls for both sides.
Brighton has been London-by-Sea for years, and Cunningtons have been conveyancing in Brighton since 2004. Our friendly team offer a free competitive quotation and personal contact – you can see why we get such great reviews!