Martin Lewis is dedicated to empowering people to take control of their finances and make their money work harder. Unlike many financial experts, he avoids assuming his audience has extensive financial knowledge. Instead, he communicates in clear, simple terms and...
Where to Find Bridging Loan Advice Online
When it comes to financing property purchases, bridging loans can be a valuable solution. Whether you’re buying a new home before selling your old one or need quick access to funds for an investment property, bridging loans offer short-term financial help. But knowing...
Homebuyers Feel The Property Market is Too Competitive.
According to Market Financial Solutions’ latest research, people who are looking to purchase homes are urging the government to take action on the highly competitive and stressful nature of the UK housing market. The speciality lender commissioned an independent poll...
Mortgage Update: Changes at Halifax and Lloyds – A Warning from Money Saving Expert
Several major banks have recently updated their mortgage policies. Martin Lewis’s Money Saving Expert team has highlighted a crucial change for Halifax and Lloyds borrowers. These banks now allow customers to lock in a new mortgage rate only four months before their...
Mortgage Rate Cuts Signal a New Era for Borrowers
This week, major lenders like NatWest, HSBC, and Barclays have lowered their mortgage rates, with Coventry Building Society and Halifax joining in with similar reductions. Halifax also announced increased borrowing limits for first-time buyers. These rate cuts are...
Remortgage Activity Jumps 20% in July – LMS Reports
In July, the number of completed remortgages surged by 20% compared to June, with nearly half of borrowers opting for a five-year fixed rate, according to the latest LMS Monthly Remortgage Snapshot. The report showed that the five-year fixed rate emerged as the top...
BRRRR: A Guide to Property Investment in the UK with Bridging Loans
What is BRRRR? BRRRR, a popular property investing strategy, stands for Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat. It’s a method that involves purchasing a property, renovating it, renting it out, refinancing the property to extract equity, and then repeating the process...
Buy, Refurbish, Refinance, Rent (BRRR)
The BRRR strategy is a popular property investment method that can generate significant returns. It involves purchasing a property, refurbishing it to increase its value, refinancing to release equity, and then renting it out for a steady income stream. This cyclical...