Your home is more than just a place to live; it’s one of your biggest financial assets. Property values are rising after a slight slump over the last 12 months, and your mortgage balance obviously decreases over time, meaning that you may actually find yourself...
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What Is A Gifted Deposit & Do You Have To Declare It?
When purchasing a property, securing a sufficient deposit is one of the most significant financial hurdles you’ll encounter. Saving a large enough deposit, especially when you are having to pay rent and bills at the same time. Can be very difficult. For many, this...
What Is The Own New Scheme?
The property market is constantly evolving, with prospective homeowners on the lookout for the best opportunities to secure their dream home. And with things like rising house prices and higher cost of living, it is becoming more difficult for people to make that leap...
5 qualities to look for in a mortgage advisor
It may be more important than ever for people to work with an experienced mortgage advisor to discover better bespoke deals that suit their needs when they’re looking to purchase a property. Why, though? There are so many factors; consider that, without including the...
Could a mortgage broker save you time and money?
Partnering with the right mortgage broker can take the pressure of one of the most complicated tasks from your shoulders, allowing you to concentrate on the things that matter to you most. It’s fair to say that a lot of people could do without the stress that applying...
3 benefits a mortgage broker can offer first time buyers
People don’t just partner with a mortgage broker to find the best bespoke package for their financial needs. One of the main benefits for using a mortgage broker is to navigate what is one of the most stressful processes around. Consider recent research from Trussle,...
Can A Mortgage Advisor Help Re-Evaluate My Finance?
As a leading mortgage adviser, it’s astonishing to see how many Britons are in the dark about their remortgaging finance options, and how many are missing out on a much better deal for their long-term financial needs. The Monthly Connells Survey & Valuation...
Why is it worth paying for comprehensive mortgage advice?
If you’re in the market for comprehensive mortgage advice, you have more options to consider than ever thanks to the reach of the internet and social media. Alongside more traditional financial institutions such as banks and building societies, there are services out...
Why You Need A Mortgage Advisor
You may have discovered yourself how many different types of mortgages there are out there when you’re looking to buy a property. Partnering with the right mortgage advisor though can not only help you make sense of the market; it can be crucial in helping you find...
Top Mortgage Advisor Award Winner
At Oportfolio, we care about the quality of our service as a comprehensive mortgage advisor. We want to support our customers every step of the way, a process which requires an excellent reputation and commitment. Our drive to deliver the best service possible to our...
Why personal protection insurance matters
Personal protection insurance may not be on your mind right now. With Christmas close and festivities at hand, you’re unlikely to be wondering what type of personal protection cover you may need. But wouldn’t it be nice to start the New Year at ease, knowing that you...
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