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Finance > Property Mortgage: Two or five years fixed rate If you are considering taking out a fixed-rate mortgage in the coming months, consider how a hard Brexit could impact your pocket. Read more	0	2nd Oct 2018 Peter McGahan
Finance > Property Top tips when planning a house move The euphoria of completing on a house sale can be overshadowed by unforeseen expense incurred in a move - especially if you miscalculate your insurance cover. Read more	0	21st Sep 2018 50connect editorial
Finance > Property Equity release costs to increase? Many equity release lenders are exposed by the underlying negative equity guarantee and may well have to increase their costings to cover themselves, writes Peter McGahan. Read more	0	31st Aug 2018 Peter McGahan
Finance > Property Better mortgages can give you a day off work! When was the last time you assessed the value of your mortgage? Remember to shop around, fees are different, as are rates - and the benefits of mortgage efficiency very attractive indeed! Read more	0	26th Jul 2018 Peter McGahan
Finance > Property There's a gite for every budget Stewart Andersen considers the French gite market and property opportunities for Brits interested in value for money and rental potential. Read more	2	25th Jul 2018 Stewart Andersen
Finance > Property Downsizing? Five questions to ask yourself first Whether you plan to downsize to a park home or any other kind of property, here are the five necessary steps to consider prior to your move. Read more	0	30th May 2018 50connect editorial
Finance > Property Head to Malaga to breathe cleaner air in your second home Overseas property expert Stewart Andersen looks at second home options offered on Taylor Wimpey Espana's new development at La Reserva de Alcuzcuz, Benahavis. Read more	0	10th Apr 2018 Stewart Andersen
Finance > Property How to choose an architect? Loft conversions, building extensions or renovating a buy-to-let? Tina Patel has tips on where to start when choosing an architect. Read more	0	5th Apr 2018 50connect editorial
Finance > Property 5 key people you need when selling land or property When it comes to dealing in property if your gut says someone is not the right person to represent you, then listen to that feeling says Alex Harrington-Griffin. Read more	0	6th Mar 2018 50connect editorial
Finance > Property House price imperfect storm Peter McGahan examines how buy-to-let landlords are being hit by new borrowing rules pushing the market down by 17% year on year. Read more	0	19th Feb 2018 Peter McGahan
Finance > Property Why this is looking like an excellent time to consider buying a property in France Stewart Andersen says market conditions and price stability make 2018 an attractive year to invest in property in France. Read more	1	15th Feb 2018 Stewart Andersen
Finance > Property House prices? Should I stay or should I go? At a time when you may be questioning whether or not to move on or invest in a second property, Peter McGahan outlines the arguments for and against. Read more	0	1st Feb 2018 Peter McGahan
Finance > Property The hidden expense of buying new property Average Britons spend £10,000 on upgrades in the first five years of living in a new property, writes Stewart Andersen. Read more	1	29th Nov 2017 Stewart Andersen
Finance > Property Investing in buy-to-let for extra retirement income Buy-to-let mortgages have been back in the news recently, on the one hand, there has been a plethora of tax changes which have affected landlord finances, whilst on the other hand there have been some excellent investment returns. Read more	0	26th Oct 2017 50connect editorial
Finance > Property Homebuyers don't understand property surveys and reports YouGov survey identifies homebuyers’ lack of understanding regarding property surveys and reports. Read more	0	24th Aug 2017 50connect editorial
Finance > Property Gifting your property to your children Jill Rushton, Associate and Probate Solicitor at, Stephensons, explains how to gift property to children and minimise your exposure to inheritance tax. Read more	1	22nd Aug 2017 50connect editorial
Finance > Property Watch the rain….not the jelly Remorgaging up by 24%, buy-to-let down 60% year on year, Peter McGahan takes a pragmatic look at effect Brexit and a hung Parliament has had on the housing market. Read more	0	10th Jul 2017 Peter McGahan
Finance > Property The £3420 buy to let mortgage imprisonment Peter McGahan examines how the buy to let investment market has become a nightmare for those who borrowed to top up their purchase. Read more	1	20th Apr 2017 Peter McGahan
Finance > Property The dos and don'ts of downsizing Sarah Gazard reveals how best to downsize your property in later life and highlights the pitfalls to be wary of. Read more	0	5th Jan 2017 50connect editorial
Finance > Property Pensions or property? The big debate Most people think that pensions are boring and that property is glamorous, but which one will give you the return you want when planning for your retirement? Read more	0	3rd Nov 2016 Steve Wanless
Finance > Property Safe as houses? Steve Wanless considers the impact of Brexit negotiations on the UK House Price Index and finds those looking to turn quick profit on property may be out of luck. Read more	0	25th Oct 2016 Steve Wanless
Finance > Property Post Brexit - Europe still a good investment bet Laura Henderson, of Abode2, reveals Europe still offers good overseas property opportunities for savvy British investors. Read more	0	2nd Sep 2016 Laura Henderson
Finance > Property Future Prophesies What are the financial implications of Brexit on your savings and future financial security. Steve Wanlessof WWFP seeks out the answers. Read more	0	19th May 2016 Steve Wanless
Finance > Property Top 5 considerations before retiring abroad Jordan Tilley reveals five issues that are often overlooked when people plan to retire abroad Read more	0	21st Mar 2016 Gareth Hargreaves
Finance > Property Old housing issues Ronan Marrion reveals how an inflated property market and a shortage of suitable housing is preventing more older people from downsizing. Read more	0	11th Nov 2015 Ronan Marrion
Finance > Property Guiding hand on the mortgage ladder Low value products and an over-inflated property market - why would anyone apply for a mortgage without the help of an IFA? Read more	0	8th Jul 2015 Steve Wanless
Finance > Property The property market place just won’t go away Steve Wanless examines the inflated UK property market and suggests middle aged and baby boomer 'hoarders' are to blame. Read more	0	7th May 2015 Steve Wanless
Finance > Property Buying a mobile home in France Daniel Johnson examines why mobile could be better than bricks and mortar when considering a property investment abroad. Read more	0	29th Apr 2015 Gareth Hargreaves
Finance > Property Property abroad: How to make the most of a weak euro Jordan Tilley looks at overseas property purchasing and how to avoid the stress and cost of exchange rates. Read more	0	20th Apr 2015 50connect editorial
Finance > Property Property: Not "dead" money There is growing evidence that the UK’s love affair with property-ownership may be on the wane. Read more	0	20th Mar 2015 Steve Wanless