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Can you port a mortgage with bad credit?

When you ‘port’ a mortgage you take the rates and terms of your mortgage plan with you when you move house. If you have a poor credit history, porting can be a good option.…

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Can you sell a home with subsidence?

The idea of your home’s foundations sinking can be stressful - particularly if you’re looking to sell your property soon. If you know about the subsidence problem before you sell, there are a number of precautions you can take to make sure your home sale goes ahead smoothly.…

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How house survey problems can affect your home sale

If you've lived in your home for a long time, you might be unsure what a survey will find - particularly if it's an old building. In this post we outline what to do if a survey of your home comes back with significant problems.…

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Coronavirus: Should I continue with house viewings?

The prospect of having strangers coming to your home during this time might be stressful. But, handled carefully and sensibly, it *is* possible to continue with your home sale.…

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Should I put my house up for auction?

Auctions are more expensive than selling a property with a traditional estate agent. But, if you’re looking for speed and certainty, or you have a difficult-to-sell property, it can be an effective option. …

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Lunch break DIY: Cleaning

When you’re working from home - like many people have to at the moment - it’s easy to feel stagnant and find it hard to decompress. Taking on a small task you've probably neglected for awhile can improve your well-being, and scratch that procrasti-cleaning itch.…

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