If you want to start viewing homes before Christmas, getting your finance organised now is the best gift you can give yourself. Understand the realistic timeline from soft search AIP / MIP to getting your keys. See what you can do before Christmas to get mortgage ready, even if you have debts or past blips … Continue reading “First Time Buyer Mortgage Timeline: The pre-Christmas Checklist”
Author: Adeleen Roberts
Adeleen Roberts, Mortgage Adviser at The Mortgage Broker. CeMAP, BSc Economics, Finance & Banking, 1st Class Honours; FCA‑regulated advice via The Mortgage Broker; 5+ years’ experience. Specialisms include First-Time Buyers, Complex Income / Self-Employed, Home Movers, Buy-to-Let, Bad Credit Mortgages. Recognised for suitability‑led recommendations, clear communication and strong lender relationships. Committed to Consumer Duty, delivering transparent, appropriate outcomes and a seamless client journey. Writes for The Mortgage Broker, an FCA‑regulated firm providing trusted, transparent mortgage and protection guidance across the UK.
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Buying a Home in Your 20s: A Practical Guide
Average First Time Buyer age is 34 in 2025, but can you buy in your 20s? Average age of a First Time Buyer in the UK, is reported by some High Street Lenders, to be 34. In London, the average age is 37, according to Money Supermarket. Why? House prices, cost of borrowing and affordability … Continue reading “Buying a Home in Your 20s: A Practical Guide”