Home buying and selling

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Should you buy a leasehold property?

Home buying and selling

9 March 2022

Want to learn more about leasehold properties? Take a look at AXA’s guide and find out if they’re right for you.

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Making an offer on a new home

Home buying and selling

27 January 2022

You've found your dream home, but now what? Read our informative article here on how to submit an offer and seal the deal.

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How to add value to your home

Home buying and selling

26 October 2021

How much value does building an extension add to my house? Whether you’re planning on selling or renovating, check out this guide on how to add value to your home.

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The Help to Buy scheme explained

Home buying and selling

4 September 2021

We’d like to help you navigate the government’s Help to Buy scheme. The Help to Buy ISA has finished, but there’s still plenty of help for first-time buyers

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What is a homebuyer survey?

Home buying and selling

24 November 2020

Moving into a new home? Have you thought about getting a homebuyer survey? Find out what they include, how much they cost, and where to find a surveyor.

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Is it better to rent or buy?

Home buying and selling

5 October 2020

Deciding whether to rent or buy is an important financial decision. With so much to consider, this guide can help you work out what is best for you.

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First-time buyer financial checklist

Home buying and selling

1 October 2020

Buying your first house and keeping track of fees and costs can be a daunting task. Here's a handy financial checklist for first time buyers.

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How to sell a house

Home buying and selling

21 September 2020

Ready to sell your house? Make sure you’ve got everything sorted with our 15-step guide.

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Questions to ask when viewing a house

Home buying and selling

16 September 2020

Buying a house is a big deal. Make sure you’re asking the right questions with our guide.