How to buy your first home in 10 steps
Read Credit-Score's easy ten-step guide to buying your first home. Everything from house surveys to conveyancing is covered.
Which type of mortgage is right for me? Mortgage types, simplified
If you're a first-time buyer, all the different types of mortgage can be confusing. In this post we aim to demystify mortgage types.
Everything you ever wanted to know about mortgages but were afraid to ask
What are mortgages? How do they work? And why is it so hard to get one? Click here for answers to these questions.
Top 4 reasons why you should consider remortgaging
Remortgaging is the process of swapping the lender or deal that you currently have on your mortgage for…
How will my credit report and deposit affect my mortgage?
When taking out a mortgage, you’ll want to make sure you get the best rate possible – otherwise…
All about the Help to Buy ISA
The Help to Buy ISA is a savings account that is part of a scheme run by the…
All about Shared Ownership
Shared ownership is a scheme run by the government that allows first-time buyers to get a foot on…
Everything you need to know about Help to Buy Equity Loans
You could be able to afford your dream home with the aid of Equity Loans - a "Help to Buy" scheme offered to prospective first time buyers.
How to save up a deposit to buy your first home
You’re looking to buy a home? Fantastic! Now, you just need to save up a deposit to put…
The top 6 first time buyer pitfalls
Buying your first property is one of the biggest purchases you will ever make and amounts for the…
Cheapest areas to buy your first property in London
Getting a foot on the property ladder can be an expensive ordeal, even more so if you’re hoping…
Take 5: Check your credit file in 5 minutes
You want to check your credit file every month to make sure everything is in order – that…
Where Does My Credit Report Come From?
Introduction to a credit report We pull your credit report from Equifax, one of the three credit bureaus…
7 proven ways to build credit reputation while you’re still young
It’s important to build up a good credit reputation while you’re still young, as it could be a…
Life Insurance: A short guide.
Nobody wants to think about their own death, but if you have children or any dependants, it’s vital…