Mortgage rates have been slowly coming down in the past year, but the end of stamp duty relief in England and Northern Ireland is now just weeks away. The temporary stamp duty discounts are set to revert back to previous levels at the end of March, which means that more than 25,000 first-time buyers in … Read more
While rare, flying freehold properties can be found across the UK. If you own a flying freehold property, or are considering buying one, this guide will tell you everything you need to know. What is a flying freehold? A flying freehold is a freehold property that overlaps another either above or below it. You can … Read more
Need to find out when your house was built? You might just be curious, or you may need to know for insurance purposes or if you’re selling. Our quick guide shows you the simplest ways to find out the age of your property. Depending on what type of home you have, finding out its age … Read more
Even before the new year began, some home-sellers started to get their 2024 moving. Just one day after Christmas, on Boxing Day, we saw a record number of homes listed for sale. More than 10,000 new properties came to market, which is the biggest number of new sellers in one day since 2011. Many sellers … Read more
Buying a new build property or building a new home yourself? Both offer a lot of opportunities but also an element of risk. Our answers to frequently asked questions explain how a structural warranty can protect your investment. And there’s a particular focus on what an LABC warranty offers. What is a structural warranty? A … Read more