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News and information about Home Legal Direct and about the conveyancing industry as a whole.

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Buying a property at auction. Is now the time?

Mia Joseph By Mia Joseph

Published 3rd March 2023

Purchasing a property at auction could be an opportunity for home buyers. Find out why. Plus read our guide on How to Buy at Auction for all you need to know to get you started.

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House prices. The latest figures, facts and trends

Oliver Meddick By Oliver Meddick

Published 3rd March 2023

Is the UK housing market on its way down? We look at the latest facts and figures to see what's going on in the UK housing market and if regional variations give a different story.

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Remortgage approvals are on the rise. Is now the time to remortgage?

Oliver Meddick By Oliver Meddick

Published 28th February 2023

With the number of remortgage approvals on the rise, we consider if remortgaging is the easy option.

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UK inflation. What is the impact to our best loved goods and services?

Mia Joseph By Mia Joseph

Published 24th February 2023

We are all feeling the effect of rising inflation. We look at the impact inflation has had on the cost of some of our most commonly used goods and services.

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Buy-to-let in 2023. Sound investment or terrible idea?

Oliver Meddick By Oliver Meddick

Published 23rd February 2023

Is buy-to-let the right investment choice? There's a lot to consider. We look at opportunities in the market place and the factors affecting success.

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Getting your house ready to sell? It's all in the preparation

Kay Crosse By Kay Crosse

Published 21st February 2023

There's a lot to think about when selling a house. Read our top tips on how to get your home 'sale' ready to help your house sale off to the best start.

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Thinking of buying or selling a home? Get Set for 2023

Oliver Meddick By Oliver Meddick

Published 15th February 2023

If you are looking to tackle the housing market in 2023 then there is a lot to consider. Home Legal Direct reflect back on house price trends in 2022 and give advice how to prepare for 2023.

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UK interest rate rises to 4%. What does this mean for consumers?

Oliver Meddick By Oliver Meddick

Published 14th February 2023

The Bank of England announced last week the increase of the base rate to 4%. Find out what this means for mortgage holders and savers

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HSBC Break 4% Threshold with 3.99% Five-Year Fixed Rate Mortgage

Oliver Meddick By Oliver Meddick

Published 10th February 2023

HSBC appear to be the first to break the 4% threshold with a 3.99% five-year fixed rate mortgage offering, the first since 2022’s hike. But what does this mean in real terms? Is it simply just an attention-grabbing

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Guide

Sale and purchase conveyancing guide

Oliver Meddick By Oliver Meddick

Published 31st January 2023

It is common practice to use the same conveyancer when buying one property and selling another. Doing this helps to make the overall property transaction less complex and more efficient.

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Property survey guide

Oliver Meddick By Oliver Meddick

Published 30th January 2023

What type of property survey is right for you?Property surveys when purchasing a propertyA property survey is an important part of the process when buying a property. RICS have three different levels of

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Guide

Equity release guide

Oliver Meddick By Oliver Meddick

Published 30th January 2023

ContentWhat is equity release?What is a lifetime mortgage?What is a home reversion scheme?What is the difference between equity release and remortgage?How can I use equity release?Is equity release a good

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Transfer of equity guide

Oliver Meddick By Oliver Meddick

Published 30th January 2023

ContentsWhat is a transfer of equity?Why do people transfer equity?What are the types of property transfer when transferring equity?Do I need a conveyancer for transfer of equity?How does transfer of equity

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Remortgage Guide

Oliver Meddick By Oliver Meddick

Published 30th January 2023

Content1. What is the definition of a remortgage?2. Why should I consider remortgaging?3. When is it a good time to remortgage?4. Is an early remortgage possible?5. How does a remortgage work?6. Do I need

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Sale conveyancing guide

Oliver Meddick By Oliver Meddick

Published 30th January 2023

ContentsWhat is conveyancing?What is a conveyancer?Do I need a conveyancer when selling a property?How long does conveyancing take?How do I get started with conveyancing?What information is provided in

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Purchase conveyancing guide

Oliver Meddick By Oliver Meddick

Published 30th January 2023

ContentsWhat is conveyancing?What is a conveyancer?Do I need a conveyancer when buying a property?How long does conveyancing take?How much does conveyancing cost?What is fixed fee conveyancing?What is

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Preparing your house for sale

Mia Joseph By Mia Joseph

Published 19th January 2023

When it comes to selling your house, first impressions are everything. A well-presented, clean and tidy home is more likely to attract potential buyers and fetch a higher price. Preparing your house for

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Mortgage Rate Cuts & House Price Inflation Decline

Oliver Meddick By Oliver Meddick

Published 2nd December 2022

Despite soaring interest rates UK lenders continue to slash mortgage rates. Furthermore, market indicators show house price rises are not only slowing but poised to drop into negative territory.  Zoopla,

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