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10 quickest ways to improve your eligibility

Published 17 August 2022 by Adele Kitchen

What exactly do lenders look for? We reveal quick ways you can improve your eligibility and get accepted for credit.

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Could you buy your home through Right to Buy?

Published 11 July 2022 by Helen Fox

The Right to Buy scheme gives some tenants the right to buy the home they live in. Are you one of them? Find out in this blog.

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What does the ground rent "ban" mean for you?

Published 24 June 2022 by Helen Fox

From 30th June 2022, landlords can only charge “peppercorn” ground rent on new leasehold agreements, effectively banning ground rent. But, what does this mean for you?

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Pay your rent? Use it to boost your credit score

Published 6 May 2022 by Helen Fox

Make your rent payments count and boost your credit score and credit history with our favourite rent reporting services.

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Which banks offer 5% deposit mortgages?

Published 16 April 2022 by Sarah Neate

Find out which banks and lenders offer 5% deposit mortgages and how to qualify for one.

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