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There has been a 45% increase in people reporting they have no disposable income compared to before the pandemic. Nearly one in five people currently have no disposable income – a number bound to increase given the Bank of England’s interest rate hike to 1.75%. With inflation set to hit 13% and the country racing…

Two bedroom Shared Ownership apartments available at Lampton Parkside Leading housing association Notting Hill Genesis is bringing new homes for first time buyers to West London with the launch of its first phase of Shared Ownership apartments at Lampton Parkside on Saturday 13th August 2022. Located minutes from Hounslow Central Underground Station, the development benefits…

Specialist mortgage broker give their top tips for successfully securing your home in 2022 Introducing Censeo Financial Censeo Financial are an award-winning mortgage broker specialising in Shared Ownership and affordable homeownership. Having been trading for over 16 years, we work with many housing associations, councils and developers and have helped thousands of first time buyers…

One and two bedroom apartments at Hangar 16, West London Unique starter homes, unrivalled location  Giving first time buyers the exceedingly rare chance to purchase a contemporary apartment within a stunning period conversion, BE WEST’s Hangar 16 is a remarkable off-plan development of eight Shared Ownership and 26 Private Sale homes, of which 19 are…

First time buyer open day event at Heron Quarter at Woodberry Down on August 13th Leading housing association Notting Hill Genesis is launching an exciting range of new amenities for new buyers at Heron Quarter at Woodberry Down, and hosting summer open house events for first time buyers across selected developments. Brand new amenities for…

One, two and three bedroom apartments at L&Q at New Market Place Located north of the river and to the east of the City and Canary Wharf, East Ham is one of the most affordable Zone 3 locations in London, where an ambitious regeneration scheme has been transforming the local area. Fast becoming a vibrant…

Specialist broker talks Shared Ownership mortgages and affordability Introducing Censeo Financial Censeo Financial are an award-winning mortgage broker specialising in Shared Ownership and affordable homeownership. Having been trading for over 16 years, we work with many housing associations, councils and developers, and have helped thousands of first time buyers get onto the property ladder. We…

Two and three bedroom homes available at Foxglove Meadows, Weston-super-Mare Rebecca decided that it was the right time to purchase a property on her own. Having spent a number of years living in the region, she was pleased to find out there was a Shared Ownership scheme available, just around the corner from her previous…

Get on the property ladder at Leaside Lock this summer For first time buyers looking to purchase a home this summer, a recent report has revealed that a strong amenity offering is becoming as important as the homes and location itself, with buyers increasingly searching for a range of trendy coffee shops, fitness facilities and…

Affordable homes for first time buyers across London Pocket Living is making homeownership possible for first time buyers who have lost hope of buying a home in London. The developer builds well designed, cut price flats in desirable areas across London, only selling them to those who meet the eligibility criteria. So, who qualifies for…

Tickets available for the capital’s biggest first time buyer event  Share to Buy’s free London Home Show event will be returning to the Queen Elizabeth II Centre in Westminster on Saturday 8th October 2022, 10am to 5pm. Check out our video from the Spring 2022 event and hear from some of our exhibitors, including Catalyst New Homes,…

Help to Buy home-buying event at Royal Arsenal Riverside, Woolwich First time buyer event in the heart of Woolwich From Monday 11th – Saturday 16th July. Become one step closer to owning your very own Berkeley home – with six days of unmissable events. Final homes available to purchase at the First Time Buyer Showcase…

Get on the property ladder at Hampton Tower at South Quay Plaza, East London Are you looking to buy a home and feel like you’re saving up every last pound to put towards a deposit? It can be a struggle to save up enough for a deposit any time of the year with the rising…

One, two and three bedroom apartments available at L&Q at Queen’s Quarter Recently listed as one of London’s most affordable and up and coming boroughs, the London Borough of Croydon is an ideal choice for Londoners who are keen to buy their first home in the city. With easy access to a range of restaurants…

One and two bedroom Shared Ownership apartments available in Tower Hamlets Notting Hill Genesis is throwing open its doors to its Shared Ownership homes at Goodluck Hope on Saturday 2nd July and inviting first time buyers to a summer open house event. On the banks of the River Thames, guests will be able to sip…

The best home working must-haves for flexible and hybrid workers Working from home has become a reality for more people than ever before over the last few years, and with even more employers turning towards agile and hybrid working, having a suitable workspace in your home has never been so important. From gadgets to furniture,…

Specialist mortgage brokers talk Shared Ownership, credit scores and deposits Introducing Censeo Financial Censeo Financial are an award-winning mortgage broker specialising in Shared Ownership and affordable homeownership. Having been trading for over 16 years, we work with many housing associations, councils and developers, and have helped thousands of first time buyers get onto the property…

Seaside homes for first time buyers at Edward Street Quarter, East Sussex Have you always pictured yourself living near the sea and enjoying all that seaside living has to offer? Saving up a large deposit, which is often needed to buy a property outright, can be really tough and many people might struggle to find…

Credit scores impact so many aspects of our finances, including credit limits, interest rates and mortgage applications. Average credit scores in the UK vary dramatically across regions, reaching as high as 861 in some areas, and down to 752 in others. To find out where has the highest and lowest credit scores, we used Experian’s…