Do you want to move because you need more space? If that is the case maybe you can simply extend the property you already have. Kathleen Hennessy explains how.
Shortening the jump on to the first rung Are you bracing yourself to get on the first rung of the property ladder in 2008? Swat up on the best first-time-buyer mortgage deals and schemes and the prospect might not seem so daunting, says Laura Howard Equity release Q&A Equity release is a way for people over 60 to get at the cash locked in the value of their homes. But how does it work, and which are the best schemes? Here Simon Read asks experts to answer readers’ key questions
Surveys Surveys are a kind of 'health check' for buildings. If you're buying a property, you should have a survey done before you enter into a contract – or before making an offer, if you live in Scotland. Nia Williams explains your options Cashback crazy When you move into a new home you will probably find yourself short of cash for a while. So what if your lender was to offer you a lump sum to go with your mortgage? Nia Williams looks at what cashback mortgages are currently on offer
