Japanese Knotweed is an invasive alien plant that can take over your property and destroy it. This plant can grow through concrete foundations, tarmac, and roads, and can cut through the foundations of your house like a knife through butter. It’s been listed by the world’s conservation society as one of the world’s worst invasive species. Forget Jack and the beanstalk, this is the real McCoy! It ... »
Yorkshire Building Society is launching an interest only 75% loan to value mortgage. You will need to have a suitable repayment strategy to repay the interest only component. Wow! common sense prevails. This is a fantastic option for the right borrower. YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ON YOUR MORTGAGE The Financial Conduct Authority does not regulate most types... »
Under permitted development rights, you are allowed to extend or change your home without the need for planning permission. If you live in a designated area, then you will be restricted or prohibited from carrying out any changes. However, the general advice is that you consult your local planning authority about your proposed development before commencing any work. You might be looking to purchas... »
Unfortunately, once you get close to retirement age, your mortgage options reduce significantly. As a result of the new rules that came into force in April 2014, lenders have decided to close the shop on lending to older borrowers. It’s all about affordability! It’s very easy to jump on the media band wagon and accuse lenders of adopting an ageist policy to anyone over the age of 35, but let’s not... »