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Market notes, data checks & field commentary

Some notes on housing-market research, methodology updates, and source notes, built to show how the signals are interpreted and where the numbers come from. Best case, you find it interesting, worst, you killed some time whilst the kettle boils.

Mortgage deposit provided by bank of mum and dad

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February 13, 2025

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Mortgage deposit provided by bank of mum and dad

Children who have the benefit of mum and dad to help them out with a mortgage deposit have a great advantage but mum and dad need to appreciate it's not a loan.

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December 1, 2024

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Why are farmers protesting IHT changes?

Farmers have been protesting due to the change in Inheritance Tax from the recent budget. Why is this such an issue?

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A mortgage for live-work units, feasible?

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March 23, 2021

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A mortgage for live-work units, feasible?

When is a home not just a home? It could be that it is also a workplace. Commonly referred to as a live-work unit, many lenders are reluctant to lend against this type of property and I will look at why here.

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January 28, 2021

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Decision in Principle

Before you decide on a property to purchase you can obtain a Decision in Principle which gives you confidence a mortgage should be available. Should being the key here, it is not a guarantee.

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October 5, 2021

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Purchasing listed buildings Scotland

There are many listed buildings in Scotland, not all are as out of reach in terms of value as you may think. However, purchasing a listed building comes with responsibilities and potential costs that you need to consider.

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Obtaining a mortgage for a property with issues

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March 6, 2022

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Obtaining a mortgage for a property with issues

I get quite a few questions and comments from people who want to purchase a property with issues, whether that be interior condition, dry or wet rot, structural concerns and so on. How easy is it to get a mortgage in these circumstances? Well, it depends.

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Market notes, data checks & field commentary

Mortgage deposit provided by bank of mum and dad

Why are farmers protesting IHT changes?

A mortgage for live-work units, feasible?

Decision in Principle

Purchasing listed buildings Scotland

Obtaining a mortgage for a property with issues

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