This post is now out of date. Learn how to calculate stamp duty by clicking here and reading our newer, more up-to-date post. People currently in the process of purchasing a home could choose which regime to operate under, Mr Osborne said. Under the new rules, no tax will be paid on the first £125,000 […]
What Do I Need To Get A Mortgage?
Are looking to buy your first house or do you want to re-mortgage your home? Well this guide will take you through what you need to get a mortgage, from the paperwork to your income. Once you have made a mortgage appointment, these are all of the things that you’ll need to get a mortgage. […]
What Credit Score do I Need to Get a Mortgage?
When purchasing a new home or refinancing your existing mortgage your credit score is hugely going to affect what mortgage you can get. Banks and other lenders use your credit score to see whether you are eligible for a mortgage and to establish if you could meet the repayments. This determines how high or low […]
How Much Does Mortgage Protection Cost and When Can I Claim?
Mortgage protection (sometimes known as mortgage payment protection insurance – MPPI) could cover your mortgage payments if you become unable to work due to accident, illness or forced unemployment. Contact a mortgage adviser today for details and to arrange a mutually convenient time to discuss the options available to you. What is Mortgage Protection? Mortgage […]
Do You Need Life Insurance
Very few people rush out to buy life insurance – it’s hardly an enjoyable purchase and nobody really wants to think about their own critical illness or death. But a decent life policy is an essential for people with dependents and other responsibilities. So, do you need life insurance? Are you looking for information on […]
Essential Advice For Property Investors Looking For Buy to Let Mortgages
For many investors looking to increase their property portfolio buy-to-let mortgage’s look an attractive with their low interest rates, but there are important factors which need to considered so you do things correctly and don’t come stuck down the line. AFP Partnership are mortgage advisers in Shrewsbury who deal with several leading lenders. This means […]
How to Become the Perfect Borrower
With Banks and Building Societies becoming much more stricter on who they lend to we have decided to share some hints and tips on how to become the perfect borrower. AFP Partnership Mortgage Advisers are located in Shrewsbury and offer a variety of different mortgages; for Self Employed & Directors, First Time Buyer Mortgages, Let […]
Problems Securing Two Year Fixed Mortgage With Halifax Building Society
We wanted to share this story with you; of a recent mortgage application we worked on and helped the client secure a lower interest rate. What is really shocking is the company hired by Halifax Building Society carried out an online valuation of their house and based their valuation on properties which have been sold […]
New Building Developments in Shrewsbury
New building developments at Arlington Way, Recently 106 new houses were built in Shrewsbury. This development offers a unique opportunity to enjoy peaceful surroundings, with a choice of two, three and four-bedroom properties. The new building developments enjoy a location on the northern edge of Shrewsbury, a short distance from the glorious countryside, and there’s […]
New Building Developments in Shrewsbury
Building work started at the Gay Meadow site in January. This development will create one and two bedroom apartments and town houses when finished. 179 new building developments in Shrewsbury are being built by David Wilson Mercia, they have just seen the first residents move in during March They also predict that the whole development […]