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Here, you'll find a wealth of informative content designed to empower your mortgage journey. Explore expert insights, industry trends, and practical tips to help you make informed decisions every step of the way.
How our mortgage service can boost your employees’ mental health
Keeping employees happy, healthy, and productive is one of the big challenges facing any business. Knowing that they are working with an expert can give them the peace of mind that their finances...
5 practical ways to get a better deal when buying a property
Buying a property is likely to be the biggest financial commitment you make in your life, so you want to be sure that you’re getting the very best deal that you can...
3 practical ways the “Bank of Family” can help a first-time buyer
“Gifting a deposit is an incredibly kind and generous thing for those who can afford it, but it shouldn’t be a necessary part of the home buying process.” Here are three practical ways...
Altura team pack 3,000 books for our charity partners, The Children’s Book Project
You might have read about how we recently teamed up with The Children’s Book Project. The charity seeks to tackle book poverty and give every child the opportunity to own their own book...
3 reasons working with an expert can help you to save money when mortgage rates are falling
Falling rates are obviously great news if you’re looking to take out a new mortgage. However, as lenders jostle for position in the market, they can often withdraw deals at short notice...
2 ways you could lose out if you take a mortgage deal with your existing lender
If your mortgage deal is coming to an end, speak to us before you commit to a new deal. We can search the market for you and compare the products your existing lender has offered to help...
Could an interest-only mortgage help you to afford your monthly repayments?
If you’re looking for a way to bring down the cost of your home loan, an “interest-only” mortgage could be a practical choice. With many lenders now offering interest-only mortgages...
Have mortgage rates peaked? Here’s the expert view
If you’re on a variable- or tracker-rate deal you’re likely to have seen your repayments rise sharply. And, if your low-cost rate is coming to an end in the next few months, you’re also likely to...
5 practical ways to keep your mortgage payments low
The average price of two- and five-year fixed-rate mortgages in the UK reached its highest level for seven months. If you’re worried about rising mortgage costs, here are five practical ways...
Why have mortgage rates risen so much recently?
So, why have interest rates risen so sharply and so high? What does it mean for you? And when are they likely to fall again? Read on for answers to these questions and more...