Mortgage News, Insights & Advice
All the latest UK mortgage news, insights and advice from the world of mortgage lending and Oportfolio
Metro Bank Large Mortgage Loans Releases New Exciting Criteria
Today, Metro Bank has announced significant enhancements to its large loan mortgage offerings. These changes, effective immediately, promise greater flexibility and accessibility for borrowers seeking mortgages above £1 million. As a leading whole-of-market mortgage...
How To Avoid Early Repayment Charges: We Saved Our Client £44,800!
Our client, found himself at a crossroads. Eager to move to a new home, he was hindered by his existing mortgage terms. While enjoying a remarkably low-interest rate of 1.38%, he faced the grim reality of early repayment fees amounting to a staggering £44,800. With...
Major Changes to Santander Large Mortgage Loans
In their latest update sent to our brokers at Oportfolio Mortgages, Santander have announced some incredible changes to their mortgage lending proposition. Most notably to mortgages for people looking to secure large mortgage loans of up to £3 million. The new...
Finding a personal protection policy that’s right for you
Recent research conducted by Royal London has underlined how numerous people across the UK are putting themselves at financial risk by not investing in a personal protection policy that suits their needs. According to their study, 5.8 million renters in the United...
Should you Re-Evaluate Your Current Mortgage Rate?
Statistics show that re-evaluating and remortgaging a property has hit record highs across the UK this year. According to new figures from Connells Survey & Valuation (August 2017) remortgaging accounted for 37% of the valuations market in August – the highest...
70% hide money worries. Could a mortgage advisor help?
Working with the right mortgage advisor could help to ease money concerns and free up capital, setting a plan in place that is perfectly suited to individual homeowners’ needs. According to the Money Talks Study conducted by Seven Investment Management (7IM), 70% of...
Why do I need Contents Insurance?
Recent research by the Financial Inclusion Commission (FIC) has revealed some concerning figures regarding UK residents’ earnings and their insurance-buying habits. According to the FIC’s recent survey, 60% of those earning below £15,000 do not have Contents Insurance...
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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