Mortgage Advice for First Time Buyers, First Time Buyer Mortgages and First Mortgage Advice

 

31-Mar-2010
A development in Berkshire presents a unique and affordable way for first-time buyers to get on the property ladder.
29-Mar-2010
There are still obstacles to overcome on the path to buying a home for the first time, despite the chancellor raising the stamp duty threshold.
25-Mar-2010
First-time buyers can be satisfied with the latest Budget, according to a financial expert.
24-Mar-2010
The implementation of a new stamp duty holiday in today's Budget could trigger a rise in mortgage enquiries from first-time buyers.
23-Mar-2010
A plan from the FSA to restrict mortgage lending would create a significant barrier for first-time buyers, according to one property expert.
19-Mar-2010
Parents are less able to help their children become first-time buyers, an expert suggests.
17-Mar-2010
The prices paid by first-time buyers to get on the property ladder rose by 0.4 per cent in March, according to a new index.
16-Mar-2010
Many people do not get a foot on the property ladder until they are almost 40.
15-Mar-2010
It is becoming more difficult for first-time buyers to get a larger-than-expected mortgage, according to one expert.
12-Mar-2010
While first-time buyers have a wide range of property to choose from, lending restrictions mean they face a saturated market.
10-Mar-2010
Alternatives to a traditional mortgage may be more tempting to first-time buyers after an expert stated many cannot expect to own a home until they are in their 30s.
09-Mar-2010
The availability of mortgages with low deposit requirements is improving, according to new figures.
08-Mar-2010
First-time buyers require a substantial deposit to take advantage of new home deals, according to one expert.
05-Mar-2010
The weather was one of the factors behind a boost for first-time buyers, an expert says.
04-Mar-2010
First-time buyers with a 20 per cent mortgage may find the best rate with Santander, which is lowering interest repayments on one of its deals.
03-Mar-2010
Shadow chancellor Vince Cable is predicting more problems for first-time buyers in the coming months.
01-Mar-2010
Lending for home purchase in Britain rose to £2 billion in January, which could be a boost for would-be FTBs.

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There's alot going on! What do you think?

Interest rates are low but could rise? Is this a good time to buy?

Yes
No

Varialbe rate mortgages go up if bank interest rates do. Which is your preference?

Fixed Rate
Variable rate

Interest only mortgages are cheaper but in the end you don't end up owning the property. Which is better?

Interest Only
Repayment

House prices are waivering. Do you think this is a good time to buy?

Yes
No

Shared equity mortgages allow you to buy a new home with 5% deposit and an equity loan through FirstBuy. What do you think?

Too complicated
Too expensive
Too risky

Rent to buy allows you to peg a property price, save towards a deposit and pay reduced rent. What do you think?

Works best in a rising market
Too complicated
Good option