TL;DR Yes — you can buy a second home with a 10% deposit in the UK, but only if it’s genuinely for your own use. A handful of
Can I Buy My Second Home With 10% Deposit in UK?
Sadiq Plan: Converting 10k Homes to Social Rent Properties
Nikka Sulton
London’s Labour mayor, Sadiq Khan, has set an ambitious target of bringing 10,000 private homes in the capital into the social rental sector over the next 10 years.
Understanding the Difference With Remortgage and Refinance
Nikka Sulton
The difference between a remortgage and a refinance comes down to terminology. In the United States, it’s called “mortgage refinance,” while in the United Kingdom and elsewhere, it’s
Is It Time to Abandon Buy-to-Let Investments?
Nikka Sulton
The buy-to-let landscape has witnessed substantial transformations owing to shifts in mortgage interest relief and the implementation of a stamp duty surcharge for second properties. These tax adjustments
How To Boost Your Rental Property’s Value
Nikka Sulton
For landlords, increasing property value involves practical actions. Use landlord software for efficient tenant management, tracking details, rental rates, and lease durations. To stand out, focus on improving
Confiscate Properties: Senior Labour MP’s Proposal
Nikka Sulton
Clive Betts, a senior Labour MP aligned with the party’s moderate faction, is advocating a robust stance against landlords who consistently flout rules and exploit tenants. As the
UK House Flipping: Simple Strategies for Profit
Nikka Sulton
Related guide: BRRRR financing guide — the maths, financing, refurb ROI and 7 mistakes. The rising popularity of serviced apartments attracts guests seeking hotel-like comforts while maintaining their
The Essential Guide to Home Insurance
Nikka Sulton
The rising popularity of serviced apartments attracts guests seeking hotel-like comforts while maintaining their privacy. To stand out among the competition and increase profitability, it’s crucial to enhance
Beginner’s Handbook to Buy-to-Let Mortgages
Nikka Sulton
While many first-time buyers aim to own their homes, some may consider investing in buy-to-let properties under specific circumstances. To do so, you’ll require a buy-to-let mortgage, which
Offsetting EPC Improvements: A Plea to Government
Nikka Sulton
In a recent study conducted by British Gas, alarming findings indicate that an overwhelming 66% of privately rented homes are in dire need of urgent energy efficiency improvements.