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Property & Mortgage Guides

Clear explanations of the numbers behind buying property in the UK — written without jargon, with worked examples you can check yourself.

Tax
Stamp Duty Explained: 2025/26 Rates, Relief & the April Reset
The April 2025 changes made stamp duty significantly more expensive for most buyers. Here's exactly how it works — England, Scotland, Wales — and what you'll owe.
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Mortgages
Mortgage Repayments Explained: What You're Really Paying Each Month
Why you pay mostly interest in the early years, what drives your monthly payment up or down, and how overpaying early can save tens of thousands in interest.
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Mortgages
How Much Can I Borrow for a UK Mortgage?
Income multiples are just the starting point. Credit history, outgoings, deposit size and the lender's stress test all shape the actual offer — here's how it works.
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